Spring Yard Cleanup Guide for South Jersey Dog Owners

Why Spring Cleanup Matters More Than You Think

After a South Jersey winter, most yards are hiding months of pet waste under matted grass and leftover leaf litter. Snow and cold weather slow decomposition, so everything that piled up from December through March is still there — it just got harder to see.

Once temperatures climb and the ground thaws, that buildup starts breaking down all at once. That is when homeowners in Egg Harbor Township, Galloway, and the surrounding towns notice the smell, the brown patches, and the flies.

Step 1: Do a Full-Yard Sweep First

Before you mow, do a complete pass over every square foot of the yard — not just the spots your dog usually uses. Winter waste ends up in odd places: along fence lines, under decks, at the base of shrubs, and anywhere snow was piled.

Mowing before you scoop shreds waste into the turf and spreads bacteria across the whole lawn.

Step 2: Clear the Perimeter and Hidden Spots

Check these areas specifically:

• Along fence lines and gate corners
• Under decks, stairs, and low shrubs
• Around sheds, AC units, and play equipment
• Anywhere snow was shoveled or plowed into a pile

Step 3: Deodorize Before the Heat Arrives

Even after a thorough scoop, residue stays behind in the soil and on hard surfaces. A pet-safe enzyme treatment breaks down that residue instead of just masking it, which is what keeps the yard from turning sour the first humid week of May.

Step 4: Get on a Schedule Before Summer

Spring is the easiest time to start a weekly routine. Once the yard is reset to zero, keeping it clean takes a fraction of the effort of another big catch-up cleanup in July.

Let PooGO Handle the Reset

Our deep yard cleanup is built exactly for this: a full-property sweep, waste hauled away, and an optional pet-safe deodorizer treatment. Then weekly service keeps it that way all season.

Call or text us at 609-798-7500 or request a free quote online.