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Doo Your Part! Online Survey
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1.
Please choose the statement below that best fits your household.
(Required.)
I own a dog that mainly stays indoors.
I own a dog that mainly stays outdoors.
I own 2 or more dogs that mainly stay indoors.
I own 2 or more dogs that mainly stay outdoors.
I do not own any dogs.
2.
When I walk my dog, I ________ carry a plastic bag, sack, or some other method of collecting my pet's wastes.
Never
Rarely
Frequently
Always
3.
I _______ use a plastic bag, pooper scooper, shovel, or some other method to collect my pet's wastes from my backyard.
Never
Rarely
Frequently
Always
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4.
Which of the following are dangers created by leaving pet waste to decay in the environment? (select all that apply)
(Required.)
A. Algae growth in lakes and streams
B. Bad Smells
C. Roundworms
D. Cryptosporidium
E. Parvo
F. None of these, the waste are actually beneficial and break down as fertilizer for the environment.
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5.
Burying or composting pet waste is ____________.
(Required.)
A good idea because it recycles the nutrients and is environmentally friendly.
Similar to what happens in the landfill anyways.
Not a good idea because home compost piles do not reach temperatures high enough to kill dangerous pathogens.
6.
Even though I know I should pick up after my dog, sometimes I don't because _________.
I think it's really gross.
I forget my bag or sack.
I know that no one is watching me.
I am in a hurry.
I am not in my own backyard.
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7.
Studies have shown that ____% of fecal bacteria found in streams originate from urban dogs.
(Required.)
5
13
25
70
0.4
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8.
Pet waste is not a good source of fertilizer for a lawn because ________.
(Required.)
It is too high in nitrogen for native plants and grasses.
It smell terrible, especially in Texas summer.
It washes off into creeks and streams and creates water pollution issues.
It can contain disease-causing organisms that can make both pets and people sick.
It is not fun to step in when you're mowing.
All of the above!
9.
Do you think citizens should be fined for not picking up after pets when out in public? Why or why not?
10.
Have you seen the "Pooper Trooper" logo or message prior to the Pet Waste Pledge that led you to this survey? If so, where?
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11.
Where did you receive the Pet Waste Pledge?
(Required.)
12.
If you would like to be included in the drawing for the pet related prizes, please provide your contact information. Your information will not be sold or shared with other sources.
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