If you've ever noticed a circular, dead patch of grass surrounded by a ring of healthy green grass, that's a pretty sure sign of 'dog spot.' Dog waste, especially urine, contains high concentrations of nitrogen and other chemicals that are harmful to grass and plants. While nitrogen is actually used in commercial lawn fertilizers, the direct concentrated deposit in dog urine essentially 'burns' and kills the grass. This problem is more common with female dogs since their deposits are dispersed in one spot. However, 'dog spot' can be caused by both male and female dogs.

What Can You Do?

• Immediately watering the area where the dog has urinated will help dilute the chemicals and lessen the harmful effect on your grass. And, when possible, always remove dog poop from our environment.

• If it's not your dog causing the burns, it's time to turn your Lawn Dog sign around and use the optional message found on the reverse side! >>