Warning: Dog Poop Is Attracting Rats to Your Neighborhood

By MYSCOOPSTER.COM

Leaving pet waste out is like serving a meal to rats

Dog poop isn’t just gross—it’s a dinner bell for rats. Leave it in your yard, and you’re practically inviting disease-carrying vermin to move in and take over. What seems like a minor mess can quickly turn your peaceful home into the perfect breeding ground for rodents.

If you’re not cleaning it up regularly, you might already have unwanted guests lurking nearby.

Why Rats Are Drawn to Dog Waste

Rats don’t discriminate. They’ll eat trash, leftovers—and yes, your dog’s feces. In fact, dog poop is a nutrient-rich food source for rats, especially in suburban and urban neighborhoods. What’s just waste to you is a warm, calorie-packed meal to them.

And they’re not just stopping by for a snack. Once they find a reliable food supply, they settle in, build nests, and multiply. Your yard becomes their headquarters.

What looks like a minor mess is a major rodent invitation

From Poop to Pest Infestation

What starts as a little pile of poop can quickly lead to a much bigger problem:

• Gnawed wires and chewed insulation in your shed or home

• Disease spread through rat droppings, urine, and fleas

• Burrowed nests in bushes, crawlspaces, or under decks

• An unsafe yard for your pets and kids

And once they’re in, getting them out takes serious effort—and money.

Clean Yards Keep Rats Away

Stopping rats begins with one simple rule: cut off their food source.

Here’s how to keep your yard from becoming their next hangout:

• Pick up dog poop at least once or twice a week. Leaving it longer gives rats a steady buffet.

• Use sealed bags to contain odor and bacteria.

• Keep trash lids tightly shut.

• Clear out clutter where rats could nest.

• Watch for burrows, droppings, or gnaw marks near fences and sheds.

Let Scoopster Handle It for You

Too busy? Don’t want to deal with the mess? That’s where Scoopster Dog Waste Removal comes in.

We show up like clockwork—once or twice per week—and remove every trace of dog waste from your yard. We even offer yard deodorizing and responsible disposal, so you never have to worry about rats showing up for dinner.

✅ Reliable weekly or bi-weekly pickups✅ Eco-conscious removal and sanitation✅ Fast, affordable service✅ Peace of mind for your home and family

We scoop the poop… and keep the rats away. 🐾

Book Your First Cleanup Today

Don’t wait until you see rats scurrying in the yard. Stop the problem before it starts.

📲 Visit www.myscoopster.com or call 317-376-1993 to get started today.