[Lincolnparkdc] Courteous disposal of pet waste

[David Morris]

HEAR HEAR!

On Thu, Feb 25, 2021 at 9:09 AM Benjamin Dunlap <gabedun at gmail.com> wrote:

> Lincoln Park Neighbors,
>
> Please be aware of how, when and where you dispose of your pet’s
> (particularly dog) waste. Your neighbor’s green trash cans are *not* the
> proper receptacle for your pet’s packet of poop.
>
> The proper container in which this package is to be disposed is your own
> trash can or a public litter can. For the less knowledgeable, an image of a
> public litter can is available here:
> https://dpw.dc.gov/service/litter-can-collection-and-installation. They
> are typically found close to the park and similar public spaces.
>
> Observant neighbors may have noted that DC sanitation workers typically
> empty the residential trash cans by removing the bags they contain and
> dropping them into the truck. Trash cans are *not *typically tipped into
> the garbage truck to be emptied.
>
> Less responsible pet owners, who do not dispose of their pet’s waste in
> the proper place, should be aware that their pet’s waste can end up on at
> the bottom of their neighbor’s can. This means that your neighbor is forced
> to complete your duty to properly dispose of your pet’s doody.
>
> Please be considerate of your neighbors and remember that your pet’s waste
> is your responsibility. It does not belong in your neighbor’s yards, or in
> your neighbor’s trash cans.
>
> Thank you for your consideration.
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