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Monday, October 08, 2007

Only time will tell

I know I've mentioned before that our dogs have been trained to "do their business" no a path of pea gravel rocks that runs half the length of our drive way behind the gate. You can imagine after two years now how that path of rocks can smell on a hot day.

With winter rains just around the corner my attention turned once again to that area as Shelby will really "cop-a-tude" about peeing there when the rocks are wet. The smell must be too much for his hyper-sensitive hunter's nose. It becomes a real battle to get him to go in a timely manner. This can be trying to one's patience when it's cold, raining, late, or all of the above.

I just found a new product today that I really hope works, it's called: "Yard Odor Killer" and is made by "NaturVet." Here's the description from their website:

Product Description:

Tired of lingering urine and stool odor left behind by your dog or any stray dog that happens into your yard?

Yard Odor Killer effectively eliminates stool and urine odors instantly. This is not a masking agent and is safe to use around children, plants, grass, and pets. Simply attach any standard garden hose to the special nozzle and spray away. Covers up to 15,000 square feet. Great for use on grass, plants, shrubs, patios, patio furniture, kennels, dog runs, swing sets, fences, block walls or any other surface where odors arise due to pets.

Active Ingredient:
Alkyl Dimethyl Benzylammonium Chloride.

I found it today at one of my local independent pet supply stores. As it was recommended by the owner of a dog board and kennel I really hope it works. One of the things that convinced me it was worth a try is that it is safe around plants. In other words, it will not leave harmful residues in the ground or harm the neighbors plants on the other side of the fence.

I'll let you know how it works. If anyone has tried any other products with the same intent in mind I'd love to hear what worked for you. So, send a "tail wag" our way!

2 comments:

Susan said...

Thank you for your blog!! After we bought home 2 male, mixed breed littermates September 1, I read several articles online that do NOT recommend raising littermates. I had no desire to give away a pup so I kept searching. I came across your blog and was greatly encouraged to give it a try. I'm glad to report that all these weeks later, we are all doing okay (although I am somewhat tired). I look forward to reading more of your adventures. Here are our pups when we brought them home......
http://www.xanga.com/Mama2Many/614527756/item.html

"Sunshine" said...

Susan,

So glad this blog has been a great resource for you. I wish there had been something like this out there for me when I brought my two puppies home, even before for that matter.

Your puppies are adorable. Good luck!!

It will be a lot of work the first two years but in the long run every moment you put in will come back to you one hundred fold!!

Keep me posted on your "babies", I'd love to hear how they are doing.

"Sunshine"