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It is National Poop Scoop Week from 23 to 27 June, when dog-owners across the country will be urged to make an extra effort in cleaning up after their four-legged-friends. Dog waste costs local councils a staggering £22 million each year to clean, and dog fouling can turn public spaces into dirty no-go areas. The Dog’s Trust is encouraging all owners to ‘Grab it, Bag it, Bin it!’ – which is a far easier job if your pooch’s poo is pick-up-able.

 

What comes out of your dog depends very much on what goes in, so feeding the right food can make poop scooping a less unpleasant experience. Ken Stirk, technical director at pet food producer Burgess, which makes the popular Supadog range of dried dog food, said: “A high quality dog food results in firmer, smaller stools, which are not only easier for the owner to pick up, but also for the dog to pass. Look for a food that contains moderately fermentable fibres – beet pulp, for example – as these provide the right amount of bulk for firm stools and maximum absorption of minerals.”

 

Loose stools may also be an indication that your dog is suffering from a food intolerance. “If that’s the case,” added Ken, “It’s best to feed a hypo-allergenic food such as Supadog Wellbeing, which is free from soya, dairy, beef and wheat gluten – ingredients that can potentially trigger insensitivities. It’s gentle on a dog’s digestion and skin, with no added artificial flavours, colours or preservatives. However, if your dog’s loose stools persist, always seek advice from your vet to ensure they aren’t a symptom of a more serious problem.”

 

Supadog Wellbeing is available from Pets at Home and all good independent pet shops priced £25.99 for a 12.5kg sack or £6.49 for a 2.5kg bag.

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Issued on behalf of Burgess Pet Care, www.burgesspetcare.co.uk, by Nexnet PR, Leeds, www.nexnet.co.uk. For further information call Nexnet on 0113 247 0029 or email katrina.gill@nexnet.co.uk or paul.newham@nexnet.co.uk.