Shorewood Loves Dogs!

Shorewood residents love their dogs! They're so cute, funny and cuddly and they definitely become part of the family. It's a good thing they are so darn cute because its up to us to handle their waste - a not so fun part of the deal.

You may say, "just leave it, it will decompose". Actually THIS IS NOT the way to handle dog waste in your yard and along sidewalks, in other people's yards and in our parks. Here's why:

  1. It takes months for poop to decompose and in the meantime people and dogs step in those brown, smelly bombs and track them indoors. Yuck!
  2. When it rains the rain washes poo residue into sewers and into the Milwaukee River and Lake Michigan. NO, we DON'T want poopy stormwater in our waters, especially since rivers flow into Lake Michigan where we get our drinking water. Dog waste, like human waste, poses a risk to public health and water quality. Double yuck!

What's worse than picking up poop?
Stepping in it!

What's worse than stepping in it?
Swimming, fishing or drinking water that has dog poo in it!

SO, WHAT'S ALL THE STINK ABOUT?
Here's some freaky facts that will help dog lovers realize the importance of being a good pet owner and create a better home for use and our 4-legged friends. Read more...

SO, WHAT TO DO WITH DOG WASTE?

Here are a few ways to safely handle dog doo-doo. Read more...

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GET OUTSIDE - WHERE TO WALK


Walking is great for you and your dog! Read more...

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The Parks Commission selected Mika to be the Shorewood Loves Dog campaign mascot. Mika's owner is Tasha Weston. Mika loves to keep Tasha company with some snuggles as her boyfriend is currently deployed. Mika has a floppy ear and was a stray before being rescued by Tasha.

Tasha and Mika will be working with the Parks Commission and the Shorewood Waters Project to put together educational materials on the environmental hazards of dog waste in our waterways, tips to manage doge waste, and highlight ordinances that will keep Shorewood residents and their dogs safe.  This campaign is the celebration of love for dogs and the community. 

You can meet Mika on Saturday, April 13 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. outside at Bentley's in Shorewood.

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Village Code Language on Dogs in Parks