Reduce the environmental paw print of your furry friend Whether you're looking to safely manage your own pet's waste or revolutionize the way we handle our nations', this book is for you. ---Aimee Christy, Research Scientist, Pacific Shellfish Institute, Olympia, WA . With eighty-three million dogs and ninety-six million cats in the US alone, pet waste is a serious problem, polluting land and waterways and contributing upwards of 10 million tons of material to landfills every year. Dog and cat owners who trash their pets' offerings daily are in denial about how much waste is produced and what happens to it. Those who want to make the responsible choice often turn to the internet, only to find misleading, confusing and contradictory information. The Pet Poo Pocket Guide will help you reduce your pet's environmental paw print with: Best practices for cycling pet waste back to nature Suggestions on how to tailor your approach based on location, situation, weather, needs or available time Instructions for using your composted pet waste safely to enrich your soil and nourish ornamental plants. This no-nonsense guide is a must-read for any pet owner who is concerned about the environmental impact of their best friend, and is seeking a safe and practical solution. concise, engaging, and often humorous .

an array of options for sustainable pet waste disposal and upcycling. explained in down-to-earth language accessible to the general reader.---Sami Gray, landscaper/ nurserywoman/ botanist, Washington State . Rose Seemann is the owner and operator of EnviroWagg, a company dedicated to collecting and composting canine waste into safe, nutrient-rich garden soil.