Dogs can really do a number of things on your yard. They just love grass- eating it, rolling on it, playing on it and, unfortunately, creating brown spots from urine. If you are a dog owner, then chances are you also have brown spots on your yard, which happens due to the high nitrogen content in dog urine, which is known to kill grass when concentrated amounts collect over time. Dog urine on your lawn acts as a nitrogen-rich liquid fertilizer, a small amount can make your lawn healthy, but excess of it can destroy your yard. The only way to prevent burns is by making sure to reduce the amount of nitrogen that comes into contact with your grass.
Those yellow or brown dog
urine spots on the lawn can make the yard look less attractive. The spots are a
result of urine being deposited in a small concentrated area caused by the high
concentration of nitrogen-containing compounds and associated salts that are
naturally present in the urine.
Fortunately, dog urine grass
repair is a quick and easy lawn fix provided you have the right information and
lawn repair products. You might be overwhelmed by the various products on market
that claim to change the chemical make-up of your dog’s urine to limit spots on
your lawn. It’s advisable that you should not use a product unless you are sure
of its effectiveness because some veterinarians caution that these products may
not be safe for the health of your dog.
Lawn treatment for fixing dog pee spots:
First and foremost, make sure
that the brown spots are the result of urine deposits and not associated with a
fungus, under-watering, overuse of lawn fertilizer, or other lawn maintenance
issue. The best way to deal with pee spots in your yard is by treating the lawn
itself, not the dog. Here are some tips to a greener and healthier lawn:
Plant the right kind of grass (plant urine-resistant grass) - There are some varieties of grass that can stand
firm against dog urine better than others. Perennial ryegrass and Fescue are
most resistant to dog urine. If you are unsure of the kind of grass you have
currently or if you should re-seed, it’s best to talk to a lawn care in Simpsonville provider for an expert opinion.
Dilute- Diluting the area with water
where your dog has urinated is the most effective way to prevent burn spots,
and it is also safe for your pet. Pour or hose water over the area right after your dog
has finished or set up a a sprinkler to consistently water the areas of the lawn your dog uses,
which will help you to successfully eliminate urine spots in your yard.
Also, as the brown spots occur
due to the high concentration of nitrogen and salts in one area, you can prevent
that by diluting the urine in these spots, which you can do by encouraging your
dog to drink more water as the more your dog drinks, the less nitrogen will be
concentrated in the urine and the less damaging it will be to your yard, not to
mention, it is healthier for your dog as well. There should always be plenty of fresh water
available, since increased water consumption will dilute your dog’s urine
somewhat.
Make a grass-free dog area- By
creating a grass-free dog area, and then training your pooch to use this area
instead of the grassy part of your lawn, you may be able to avoid urine spots
entirely.
Train your dog to eliminate in one area- The best plan of attack to prevent dog pee spots around your yard is
by training your dog to relieve himself in a specific area of your yard,
especially an area where grass doesn’t grow, such as an area that has been covered with
gravel or wood mulch, which will save the remainder of your yard.
Feed your dog a dietary supplement- Certain dietary supplements promise to change the nitrogen content or
pH of dog urine, making it less harmful to your yard. Make sure to consult with
an expert before feeding a supplement to your pooch.
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