You have a hot dog and your grass is baking in the sun. What to do? Rethink your yard to help your pup beat the heat and help your grass withstand the pounding from your pup’s zoomies.
LawnStarter’s dog-friendly landscaping ideas will help you and your pup make the most of your yard during these dog days of summer.
3 things to keep in mind:
Match your landscaping plan to your pup: For diggers, a designated digging area or sandbox helps preserve your lawn. For runners, add a dog agility course, or install mulch over well-worn paths. And if your pup likes water, a doggy pool offers cooling relief from the August heat.
Engage their senses: Dogs’ sense of smell is far stronger than ours, so engaging their minds with scents can help prevent destructive behavior outdoors. Great options include basil, common thyme, and succulents like hens and chicks.
Pet-safe fertilizer: Leave grass clippings on your lawn as a pet-safe fertilizer that helps shade grass roots, cool the soil, and provide nutrients to help your lawn recover.
Those tips are from the 3 articles below that will help your dog and you enjoy a more useful and beautiful yard:
11 Dog-Friendly Landscaping Tips for Your Backyard
Terriers like to dig, sporting breeds like to sprint, and most dogs want to guard and patrol their territory. From how to choose dog-friendly mulch and ground covers to how to create a designated potty spot, learn how to optimize your lawn for you and your dog.
Why Does Dog Pee Kill Grass (and How to Fix Your Lawn)
Why is Spot making spots all over your lawn? Nitrogen in urine damages grass. How to fix it? Water down the urine, train your pup to pee elsewhere, and overseed.
Best Grass for Dogs
Nearly every grass has its pros and cons for dogs. Bermudagrass has a high-traffic tolerance that ensures it can withstand the enthusiastic romps of our canine friends. Check out our handy Best Grass for Dogs calculator to help you choose.
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