Pet Waste Facts
Did you know that according to a recent survey, 40% of Americans do not pick up after their dog? People aged 35 to 54 are least likely to pick up after their pet and that women are more likely than men to scoop it up?
Dog feces compromises the appearance of your lawn, it pollutes ground water, contaminates the soil, and carries disease and parasites that can endanger the health of your family and pet's.
Here is a table of the most common hazardous organisms found in dog waste, the survival rate, and the disease that a human may contract.
| Common Organisms Found in Dog Feces | Common name | Survival Rate | Human Disease | | Salmonella spp. | Salmonella | Up to 6 months in cattle feces. Extended exposure at 140ËšF required to kill organism. | Usually mild gastroenteritis within 6-48 hours. | | Toxocara canis | Roundworms, Toxocariasis | 4 years in the soil. | VLM (visceral larva migrans) leading to hepatomegaly, myocarditis, nephritis, pulmonary inflammation, and blindness, usually in children. | | Baylisascaris procyonis | Roundworms | Eggs can survive on moist soil for years. | Severe neurological form of VLM, especially in young children. | | Ancylostoma spp. | Hookworms | Several days. No known effective chemical or pesticide. Prompt removal of dog and cat feces greatly reduces risk of infection. | Spreading lesions and severe pruritis. In rare instances can cause symptoms like VLM (see Toxocara). Puppies are a significant source of infection. | | Escherichia coli | E. coli, Fecal coliform bacteria | Up to 4 months in ruminant feces. Extended exposure (i.e., 3 days) at 140ËšF required to kill organism. | Bloody diarrhea, severe cramps, HUS (leading to kidney failure), and TPC. | | Giardia duodenalis a.k.a. Giardia lamblia a.k.a. Giardia intestinalis | Giardia, Giardiasis | Resistant to drying, chlorination, and temperature extremes. Can survive for months in water and are relatively persistent during wastewater treatment. | Diarrhea, cramps, flatulence, nausea, steatorrhea. Can be protracted and debilitating. CDC estimates 2 million cases in U.S., 90% of waterborne origin. | | Leptospira interrogans | Leptospirosis | Weeks to months in soil or water. | Usually mild fever but complications can be serious, including hepatitis, jaundice, meningitis, and kidney failure. Life threatening, but uncommon. There has been a recent increase in the numbers of dogs with Leptospires. |
In 1991 the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) categorized pet waste a "nonpoint source of pollution" which puts dog waste in the same category as oil and toxic chemicals.
Why Choose Elite Pet Service?
Elite Pet Service started offering dog and cat pet waste removal because we saw a real need for it in our own community. Our goal is to help owner’s enjoy their pets more by removing the inconvenience of cleaning up after them. We wish to create a safe and healthy home and yard for your family and pets to enjoy year round.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does your service work?
Elite Pet Service will thoroughly clean and remove all dog waste from your residence (unless it is against county ordinance). We disinfect our tools and shoes after each job to ensure your pet's health and well-being and we will inspect, to the best of our knowledge, your pet's stool and notify you of any sign of disease or ingestion of foreign object.
How often do you service my yard?
Most customers prefer to have service once or twice per week but we do offer other service schedules to meet your needs.
Do I need to be home for you to service my yard?
No, as long as we have access to your yard there is no need for you to be home.
Should I unlock my gate on my scheduled service day?
Yes, we will not climb or jump over any gates so please leave you gate unlocked or we'd be happy to securely hold a key to your lock. If you'd prefer we can lend you one of our locks so that you do not need to remember to unlock your gate on your scheduled service day or you may use our "Key Keep" Program as noted on our Pet Sitting Page.
Can my dog be in the yard on my service day?
Yes, as long as your dog is not aggressive or feels the need to protect your property we have no problem with your dog being in the yard while we service it.
Do you work in bad weather?
Elite Pet Service will work in almost all types of weather. We will not work in heavy downpours, if lightening is present, or in snowstorms. If any of the above are present during your service day we will attempt to assign a makeup day.
Do you offer a one-time only service?
Yes, we offer one-time clean-ups.
Do you have an initial clean-up fee?
In some cases we do have an initial clean-up fee depending on the accumulation of waste.
Do I have to sign a contract?
Elite Pet Service has no contracts. You may cancel or hold your service at any time by notifying us at least 48 hours in advance of your scheduled service day.
Do you offer service for commercial properties?
Yes, please call us to make an appointment so that we may come out and give you a free estimate.
How do I pay my bill?
One-time and initial clean-up fees are due at the time of service. Your first invoice will consist of the pro-rated amount of your first month's service and your next month's service. Payment is due by the 1st of the month. A late fee of $10 will be charged if payment is received after the 5th of the month. If payment is not received by the 5th of the month, your service will be discontinued until payment is received and you may be subject to a one-time clean-up charge due to an excessive amount of accumulation. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
You may pay your invoice by check, money order, with your checking/debit card through PayPal, or with your credit card through PayPal. Click here to go to our payment page.
How do I sign up?
You may sign up by calling (727)389-7711 or by using the Contact Us link.
Rates
| Number of Dogs | Service Frequency | Price Per Visit | | 1 | Once A Week | $8.25 | | Twice A Week | $5.40 | | Every Other Week | $14.25 | | Once Per Month | $28.00 | | Initial Clean-up* | $30.00 | | 2 | Once A Week | $10.75 | | Twice A Week | $7.90 | | Every Other Week | $18.75 | | Once Per Month | $38.00 | | Initial Clean-up* | $40.00 | | 3 | Once A Week | $13.25 | | Twice A Week | $10.40 | | Every Other Week | $23.25 | | Initial Clean-up* | $50.00 | | 4 | Once A Week | $15.75 | | Twice A Week | $12.90 | | Every Other Week | $27.75 | | Initial Clean-up* | $60.00 | 5 | Once A Week | $18.25 | | Twice A Week | $15.40 | | Every Other Week | $32.25 | | Initial Clean-up* | $70.00 |
*Initial clean-ups may be waived depending on the amount of accumulated waste.
*If you have more then 5 dogs please call or email us for a quote.
Litter Box Service
Elite Pet Service offers two types of litter box service. We offer a litter box exchange service and also a scooping service.
Litter Box Exchange Service
On our first visit we will provide two clean litter boxes filled with a good quality clay or crystal blend litter. You will leave one box out for your cat's use and put the other one away so that on your exchange day your cat will have a new box to use. On your exchange day, first thing in the morning, please place your used litter box outside and we will swap it out with a clean box.
Scoop Only Service
We will come into your home on a scheduled basis and scoop your litter box, top it off with litter that you provide, clean up the litter box area with a dust buster, and spray air freshener.
Litter Box Service Rates
| Service Frequency | Litter Box Exchange | Scoop Only Service | | Once A Week | $13.00 1st box + $6.00 each additional box | $8.25 1st box + $3.00 each additional box | | Twice A Week | $23.50 1st box + $11.00 each additional box | $10.80 1st box + $3.00 each additional box | | Three Times A Week | N/A | $13.29 1st box + $3.00 each additional box |
Discounts
Elite Pet Service offers a 10% discount for seniors age 65 and up and for customers who own assistance dogs.
Elite Pet Service offers a 5% discount for 6 months prepaid and a 10% discount for 12 months prepaid.
Referrals
Elite Pet Service will give one free service visit for each paid referral that is sent to us.
Gift Certificates
Elite Pet Service Gift Certificates make the perfect gift for just about any occasion. Take away the chore of pet ownership for a special someone in your life today!
Our Satisfaction Guarantee
Your satisfaction is our top priority. If you do not feel we did a fantastic job, please call us immediately so that we may come back to service your yard within 24 hours.
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