Doggie Doodles Composting Unit

A short video showing how to create a dog poop composter in a few easy steps, using common items and easily available supplies. This is a very cheap way to dispose of dog feces and over time the feces do break down into compost. I have done a lot of research on this project and all of what I have read says that there is no smell - even in the heat. At this time I cannot verify that fact, as it is close to winter where I reside, however, I will certainly be keeping track come next spring.

This is my first video, hope you like it and learn something. Thanks for viewing.

Remember - don't build this composter too close to a water supply or your vegetable garden.

Also, I would mention that when I put the heavy wire and plywood over top of the lid, it serves as a safety measure mainly, not only to deter the wild animals, but as well to prevent a person, child or pet from falling through the lid. This is another consideration one should remember when deciding where and how large to build this composting unit.

NOTE: UPDATE

Just a little update on the Doggie Doodles Composting Unit - I was told that Shaklee makes a natural, biodegradable product called Basic H which I can use as a replacement to the chemically-based Septobac (or similar product) that I suggested using. I prefer to use a product that is safer and more environmentally friendly.

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[dustylayne1953]

@Pregolegs - I the septobac on occasion only - maybe once per month - I don't add water but water did seep in from all the rain. I had this going over the winter here and yes we got down to -40 C -- the composter actually froze over the winter here, but even when it thawed out there was no smell. I haven't emptied it yet - but when I do I am going to take a wild guess that the compost should look like 'dirt' which I can spread around my trees.

[Pregolegs]

Do you add the Septobac and water every time, or just once?

[Pregolegs]

How do you know when the compost is ready to be emptied? Also, does it work in sub-freezing weather? Thanks!

[angryadrien]

cool video, thanks for posting.

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