Most dog owners expect to see brown, well-formed stools. When your dog’s poop turns white or chalky, it can be alarming. The first reaction is often panic: is this dangerous? The truth is, white dog poop can mean several things, from something as simple as diet to...
A backyard often becomes the heart of a home once dogs and babies enter the picture. It’s where morning sunshine meets wagging tails, where early steps turn into confident strides, and where families gather for simple moments. While most single-family housing units...
Dog ownership brings joy and companionship, but it also comes with responsibilities—especially when it comes to keeping your yard safe for children. Dog feces can harbor bacteria, parasites, and other pathogens that pose health risks to both pets and family members....
It’s that time of the year when most humans try to make life changes by making resolutions for the new year. What if your dog made new year’s resolution for 2025? What do you think they would like to change in their lives? I doubt that any of them would resolve to go...
Poop Happens: Why Cleaning Up Dog Poop Still Matters (More Than Ever) Before bringing a dog home, most people imagine wagging tails, cozy cuddles, and long walks—not the daily responsibility of cleaning up dog poop. Yet once a dog officially joins the family, pet...
When Life Changes, So Do Pets: How to Support Your Animals Through Big Transitions When people move homes, switch jobs, have babies, or change their household dynamics, it’s easy to focus solely on the human side of the upheaval. But for pets — dogs, cats, birds, or...
Can Dogs Eat Turkey? The Gobble-Gobble Guide to Turkey for Your Canine Companion Ah, turkey. The quintessential centerpiece of holiday feasts, the star of countless sandwiches, and the reason many of us loosen our belts a notch or two. But as you carve up that...
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year—costumes, candy, decorations, and parties everywhere! But while humans love the spooky season, it can be a mixed bag for our four-legged friends. No matter where you are, pet parents everywhere want to make sure...
Did you know that there is a trade organization for professional pooper scoopers? Of course there is. It’s called aPaws or the Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists. And yes, Scoop Masters is a member of that association. In fact, I’m one of 11 of the...
Are you eager to celebrate National Dog Day this year? This holiday is fast approaching, and it's time to spoil your furry friend! Whether you have a chipper chihuahua or a broad-shouldered bulldog, get ready to celebrate in style. Keep reading to learn more about...
You miss one pile in the backyard and think, “I’ll grab it later.” A few days pass, then rain comes, and suddenly it blends into the grass. It feels like nature handled it on its own. If you read these posts regularly, you may feel like we’re beating a dead horse. We...
Scoop Masters Salem to Launch Following Transition Period; Existing Customers and Employees Remain in Place DALLAS, Texas — May 4, 2026 — Amadeo Inc., a Texas-based holding company focused on residential pet waste management services, today announced the finalized...
If you’ve ever wanted to see hundreds of happy pets, proud owners, and a whole lot of wagging tails in one place, then OSU Pet Day in Corvallis is your kind of Saturday. Held every year on the first Saturday in May at Oregon State University’s College of Veterinary...
It’s a common assumption: a good rainstorm comes through, and suddenly the yard looks cleaner. But does rain actually wash away dog poop? The short answer is no—at least not in the way most people hope. Instead of solving the problem, rain often spreads it, creating...
With warmer weather just around the corner, taking care of your dogs can present new and different challenges. It’s that time of the year where we look into the summertime threats to dogs and what you can do about it. After all, we all want to take care of our pets...