The Poo-lution Solution - More than a Neighborhood Nuisance A Pet Owner's Guide to a Healthier Neighborhood and Environment Pet waste contains bacteria that can cause illness. When pet waste is not picked up, rain and sprinkler runoff carry the bacteria across lawns, into streets and gutters, down storm drains, and into our local creeks. Remember, water in storm drains is not treated to remove bacteria harmful to people and the environment. Follow these simple practices for a healthier neighborhood. When walking your dog, always carry a pooper-scooper or plastic bag with you -- and pick up after your pet! Animal Care and Control codes require that waste be disposed of properly. Dispose of pet waste by putting it in the trash. Pet waste is not a good fertilizer, so don't toss it into landscaping or your compost bin. Always keep extra bags (Mutt Mitts®) handy and offer them to other pet owners. Other convenient pick up products are available, too. Just ask your local pet shop professional. Do your Part All Mutt Mitt® Dispensers and bags are provided free by the City*. Look for a dispenser in your local park. Help keep your neighborhood and the environment healthy. For more information about storm water pollution prevention, or to suggest a dispenser location, contact the City of Thousand Oaks Public Works Department at (805) 449-2400 or via publicworks@toaks.org Look for Mutt Mitt® Dispensers at these area parks. Banyan Park Conejo Creek Park North Conejo Valley Botanic Garden Evanstar Park Hickory Park La Paz Park Lang Ranch Park Lynn Oaks Park North Ranch Playfield Oakbrook Neighborhood Park Peppertree Park Russell Park Southshore Hills Park Thousand Oaks Community Park Waverly Dog Park Wildwood Regional Park *The Mutt Mitt® Dispenser Program is funded and coordinated by the City of Thousand Oaks and the Conejo Recreation and Park District.