Muddy Backyard Solutions to Consider

 Dogs of any size can eventually wear a path in a grassy yard or dog run that can turn into a muddy mess during a rainy period. We know that our pets need exercise and love to enjoy the fresh air outside, but the mud causes many issues. Most of us do not have the time or energy to give our pets a bath every time they get dirty while playing outside. The good news is that there are some ways that you can eliminate the mud all together. Please see our tips below!

Pine Flakes/Wood Chips – This is such a great solution. You can place a thick layer of pine flakes on the muddiest parts of your lawn when it is at its muddiest. Eventually the wood chips will decompose and provide a fertilizer for your lawn.

Concrete – This is more along the lines of an expensive fix. Concreate poured in the dog run over the paths in the yard will last for many years compared to other solutions that we offer in this article.

Artificial Turf – The grass is designed to let urine pass through so that it does not puddle. The good thing is that it is like natural grass and is soft and comfortable for your dog to run and play as well as take a nap on.

Kennel Decking – A lot of people may not think about this option. The material is available in interlocking sections and can be fitted to any dog run. The decking is designed to sit above the ground so that it drains easily and can be cleaned without a lot of hassle.

Straw or Hay – This is a quick and inexpensive temporary fix. If grass seed is planted first, the straw covering can give it time to sprout and take root. Just keep in mind that straw can harbor harmful bacteria and fungus if it is the only ground covering for a long period of time.

We hope that you enjoyed our recommendations and that you may consider using one of them for a mud-preventative. Overall, the best thing you can do to keep your lawn from turning into a muddy mess is to improve its overall health.