Tag Archives: Dogs

Dogs and lawns don’t mix. Trying to keep a lawn alive which has on dog out on it every day is a challenge.

Urine, holes, scratch marks and constant wear are just some of the problems which owners face. Burns, digging and damage need must be repaired regularly. Lawns need rest and time to recover and during the winter. Rest times are few and far between so damage can be severe.

Dogs on lawns

These blog posts look at the problems faced with having a pet on your lawn and what you can to to try to repair any damage which may be caused.

Question: Fixing patches of bare earth in lawn

I received this question as a comment on another question, but I though that it was a good enough to expand upon. Patches of bare earth is a common complaint with lawns. Dear Kris, I have a lawn that is not the best quality but in the past has been hard wearing. The lawn is open to three… Read More »

Dog urine patches killing your lawn?

Customers often ask me what can be done about dog urine patches on lawns? So I thought I would publish a quick run-down of what happens to the grass to cause it to burn when a dog wee’s on it, and what can be done about it as a lawn owner. Dog urine contains a large amount of… Read More »

Are lawn treatments safe for pets?

I am often asked if my lawn care treatments are safe for pets. The answer is generally yes, however there are some special cases for some small animals where a few lawn care treatments may become an issue and care should be taken to ensure safety. Cats, dogs and lawn care The most common pets, cats and dogs,… Read More »