Dog Urine Injury

Grass damaged by dog urine is as result of heavy deposits of ammonium and salts in a small area. This will cause a dead spot surrounded by darker green grass that is stimulated by the ammonium, acting as a fertilizer.

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Shape: Circular patches

Prevention:

• The best prevention is to find a way to keep the dog from urinating on the grass.

Remedy: If you water heavily within the first eight hours, the grass will simply green up. If the grass actually dies then seeding or sodding is necessary.