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Does your pooch keep digging up your lawn?
Stop fighting animal instincts and opt for solutions that are easy on both you and your furry friends.
We’re talking about pet-friendly artificial turf.
In this blog, we will lay out how to select the best artificial turf for your pets and how to maintain it safely for them.
Natural grass, as amazing as it is, has issues that can get in the way of your pets enjoying themselves in your backyard.
Grass is commonly accompanied by problems such as muddy patches, holes, and fading, while pet-inclusive synthetic grass is durable, mess-free and looks great all year.
Say goodbye to mud being tracked into your living room. Now you don’t have to look at your dog’s gloomy face as you keep it inside when the garden is wet.
Fieldmasters Synthetic Grass, a leader in the synthetic turf industry since 1991, has various pet-friendly turf solutions that will make your pooches happy. Our high-quality pet-inclusive synthetic grass is safe for your pets to play on. Our premium products and excellent turf options can be cleaned easily and will look good for a long time without fading. Call us or send an email today to discuss how your backyard can become safe for pets.
The Differences Between Artificial Turf and Pet-Friendly Turf
All artificial grass is safe for pets and can be included into a pet turf system. However, there are synthetic turfs that are designed specifically for pets. Typically, such surfaces are short, stiff, and can withstand high usage. Pet-friendly turf is perfect for high-frequency commercial use, such as doggie daycares and commercial dog parks, but it’s equally useful if installed at private homes.
Natural grass can sometimes be toxic for animals, but not artificial grass — it’s non-toxic and secure for pets.
Choosing the Best Option
Synthetic turf comes in a variety of options, and making a choice can get a bit overwhelming. But the priority should be pet comfort and safety. Our specialists can help you find the best pet-friendly artificial grass that suits your landscaping needs and decor and fulfills all your pets’ play needs.
Low-Density Turf
Ideally, pet-friendly turf should be of lower density to allow for quicker water filtration. This is especially important in areas where pets pee and poop, because those spots will need to be rinsed and sanitized.
Short Artificial Grass
Keeping artificial pet turf shorter than regular artificial grass makes for easier and faster cleaning. Short synthetic grass can stay upright for longer compared to tall artificial grass, which flattens over time. If you want to mix and match, you can use the latter sparingly, but you will have to be mindful of cleaning and upkeep to prevent odour build up.
Wear and Tear Resistant Turf
It’s a good idea to mark off a pet play area so you can use different types of artificial grass in your backyard. In pet-specific areas, use durable turf that has a ribbed, blade shape.
Pet-friendly Turf Makes Everyone Happy
Animal-friendly artificial turf is non-absorbent, highly durable, and fade-resistant. Because your pets will use the artificial turf to pee and poop on, you will need to clean it for proper upkeep. But because the surface is easier to drain than natural grass, it eliminates odours and discolouration.
Here are some other advantages of having pet-friendly turf in your backyard.
Mud-free, Hole-free, and Stain-free
As mentioned above, artificial turf surfaces are mud-free, so your pups can’t track slop into the house. Further, artificial grass is strong and try as they may, your pets won’t be able to dig into it, allowing your grass to stay perfect all year.
Non-toxic and Safe for Pets
Pet-specific artificial turf is ideal for areas used by pets because it doesn’t need poisonous chemicals to keep it green. You can be completely at peace while your four-legged friends can roll around and rub their backs in the perennial grass.
Low Maintenance and Mess-Free
Pet-friendly synthetic turf doesn’t have a tough upkeep regimen. There’s no need to mow, water, feed, or turn it over as you do natural lawns. Cleaning artificial surfaces is easy and effortless so you can spend more time playing with your furry friends.
Read more about the ease of retaining an artificial turf here.
Artificial Turf is Bug- and Allergy-free
Artificial lawns are installed on top of compacted, fill foundations, removing the soil, which is the food source for insects and pests. They will automatically move to another food source, leaving your backyard clean. It may not be possible to guarantee a completely flea-free surface, but synthetic turfs are not as welcoming for parasites to survive and breed on.
Artificial grass is also free of allergens found in natural grass — that means bye-bye itchiness, watery eyes, sneezing, or other allergy issues for the entire family!
Removes the Changes of Injury from Sharp Rocks
Soil contains a variety of elements, such as rocks, wood shards, and mould, that can lead to direct injury for your pet. Getting rid of the soil gets rid of any of these hidden, harmful objects.
Care and Maintenance Tips
Synthetic grass surfaces are easy to clean and can be maintained with your eyes closed. Here are some ways of ensuring you’re extending the life of your investment.
Run some soapy water across your artificial lawn every couple months or so and hose it down to keep it looking nice and fresh. The washing will also get rid of dust and dirt.
Use gentle, natural soaps so your pets aren’t harmed by any residue.
When cleaning, be careful not to use a power wash on your artificial grass surface, as it can damage more than benefit it.
Clear fallen leaves to reduce the threat of ticks and fleas.
Look for a bacterial enzyme cleaner that can make it spotless after each trip your dog makes to the toilet.
Once in a while, use a 1% solution of hydrogen peroxide mixed in water to sponge off any mould spores. Flush thoroughly with clean water after application.
The best thing about artificial turf is that you can easily vacuum larger pieces of debris off it. Make sure you do that regularly so there’s no chance of any sharp items injuring your pets.
Choose a shaded spot for installing the pet lawn so the turf doesn’t heat up and become unbearable on their padded paws.
For those who love their pets and want to give them a safe, secure play surface, switching to a pet-friendly synthetic turf is a no-brainer.
Once you move to an easy-to-maintain, cost-effective, and animal-inclusive turf, your pets will thank you for the soft, cushy play haven.
Artificial grass isn’t just a way for humans to enjoy the outdoors; it’s an equally great way for pets to spend time outside. The Fieldmasters Synthetic Grass team has years of experience installing pet-friendly synthetic turf material that is cost-effective, easy-to-maintain, and perennial. They can build a special area dedicated for endless happy times for you and your furry pals. Your pet-friendly backyard is within reach. Call or email us to talk about turning your lawn into a pet paradise.
