Dog-Friendly Landscaping

DogscapingDo you have a “problem digger?” Does your dog trample the foliage on the boundary of your property? Is it possible to maintain a beautiful, vibrant landscape, while keeping your dog happy and healthy?

By simply altering your landscape, these are issues which can be easily addressed.

The Digger
Your dog may well be just trying to stay cool. With this in mind, find a shaded area in your yard. Dig a shallow pit large enough for the dog to comfortably lie in. Lining the pit with sand is a good idea- it’s cleaner than dirt. To keep it dampened, place a sprinkler or hose nearby.

The Trampler
Dogs, being territorial, tend to walk the perimeter of the property. While doing this, they will trample any foliage on the path. To solve this, create and maintain an eighteen inches wide plant-free path around the boundary.

Mint vs Fleas
Planting mint in your garden has multiple positive effects, one being it deters fleas and beetles. To repel fleas and other insects, it can be rubbed on the pet, as well.

Hardscaping
By utilizing stone and masonry in your landscape, possible areas dogs might damage can be minimized. The more area covered with stonework, the less there is to be damaged. In combination with foliage (see photo), a dog-friendly scape can be created.

We enjoy our landscaping and love our dogs. By addressing just a few problem areas, like the examples above, everybody will be happier.

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