We have 2 large dogs and a small back yard. With the thaw there is a lot of poop that is hard to pick up. Will this help break down what we can't get?
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It does, somewhat, break down the poop that is hard to pick up. Since I have fake pet grass, the poop does not stick to the blades like it did when I had real grass. I would wash it down with the hose first then apply the NaturVet as it gets used up really fast, so use it sparingly.
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I have 10 Labs and about a half acre fenced in for them and have used this product in the dead of summer to rid the yard of the urine smell. It works great but I'm convinced it is "Simple Green". It smells just like it and so we used Simple Green also and it works great. But to answer your question about it braking down the hard stuff. I don't think so. I use a shovel in the snow and pick daily. The ones you miss because they are under the snow and now mushy, I use a rake and then the poop scoop. It's something you have to keep after daily.
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Honestly I'm not sure. I live in vegas so haven't had that experience with ice here. But im sure it will just make it softer which might help
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You know I honestly don't think so. I would say that overall, it's not a bad little gadget if you are picking up light crumbs, etc, but to say it would work on anything substantial, it's not worth it. It works great on light dog or cat fur, or bird seed, but it won't pick up any straw (we have a rabbit also)....and it fills up very fast so sometimes I have to dump it three times just to pick up after the birds. Almost easier to use the big machine!
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Hi Barbara, The pick up works well on dry land, water, or mud. It does take a little practice. If the distance you are trying to reach allows, I suggest not using the 1st (weaker) extension. Start with the second extension this allows you to use a little more downward pressure and not risk bending the more fragile 1st extension.
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You either have many acres for your dog to use or you have no dog. The fact is dog poop does not decompose in a few days if left in your yard - it just turns your yard into a disgusting poop pile! We have been using the Doggie Dooley for several months now and we are very pleased with the results. There is absolutely no odor and we feel good about not filling a garbage receptacle with dog poop.
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My intent is to clean it out and store it for the winter. This is the first winter we have used it so I do not know how it will handle the freeze / thaw with the soil left in place.
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Absolutely, I've had this vacuum for two years now and it works as well as the day I brought it home. I have two dogs that track a ton of mud and dirt in the house. I've used this vacuum to handle small gravel, ash from the fireplace, spilt dry food and cereal, etc. I have yet to see it not pick something up. The suction is so strong, I often hold the head an inch or two over stuff and it sucks it right up. You will not be disappointed with this!
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I would say if it is like pea gravel or some type of small rock it may be helpful, but I'm afraid it would pick up larger landscaping type rock. When I use them to pick up leaves they even get some dirt
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I can't honestly answer that because that hasn't been an issue here, but I would think not. Nothing I've read about it has indicated that it would help with this issue. It's main benefit is to help the pet absorb more nutrients out of the dry food served.
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It should but not if it is a big pile. Mine takes out dirt, dog hair and leaves.
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Nope. It will pick up larger items. Doesn't work great if you have a lot of small leafs, etc.
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Well it actually works beautifully for picking up a big pile of poop from my boxer. It opens wide and grabs the mess and the spring is strong enough to grab and close until it can be thrown away somewhere else. In my case a pasture. Hope this helps.
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It stops the pulling but not as you want it too don't use for big dogs it will break
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I would think so! It cleans up after my big dogs that drag in all kinds of stuff :)
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I've found water to be helpful to ensure the waste "moves along". You could have a bucket, rain barrel or watering can in place nearby to add a bit each time you add waste. If your toilets, or neighbors toilets, get regular use and you do not have tons of dog waste to dispose of, I think you'll be fine not adding water. Just check daily to ensure there is no build up.
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We really like it. It does a great job picking up items. You do have to empty it often. This could be bc we have pets. It's worth the money.
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I have no doubt that it would work. I suppose a lot depends upon how often you go on "poop" patrol - we have just one dog (approx. wt 22 lbs) and it handles the job perfectly even if I don't get out into the yard for two or three days.
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Depends on how much waste you have to pick up i suppose. We have a small 4lb Yorkie, and have no problem tying the bags. I imagine you could pick up after a much larger dog and still tie them, the bags are definitely larger than we need.