Composting Dog Manure - Knowledgebase Question

St. Louis, MO
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Question by taniemeier
October 15, 1999
Can I add fresh dog manure to my compost bins?


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Answer from NGA
October 15, 1999
No. Dog, cat and pet bird manure can contain parasites that can be transmitted to humans. Manure from barnyard animals such as cows, chickens, horses, rabbits, goats is okay.

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