Composting Pet Poo

Composting pet poo - can I or can't I?

Funny pic of dog in bin next to sign saying

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So we all know it's important to bin pet poo. The reasons include:

Pet poo pollutes storm water, creeks and the bay (high nitrogen = algal blooms)
Pet poo contains pathogens that can harm us
Pet poo - oh how we feel when we step in it!!
Oh, and it's the law!

A few things to keep in mind however:

Cat poo can contain toxoplasmosis which can cause birth defects - try to keep it out of the environment
If your pet has been wormed, this can kill your compost worms
You don't want to use dog or cat poo compost on anything you eat, like your veggie patch

Handy tips:

It's great to compost pet poo, but best to have a separate system that you don't use on your veggie patch or fruit trees.
Try bokashi rather than a worm farm if your pet has just been wormed
Carnivorous pets (dogs/cats) - best to avoid putting this poo in your regular compost system. Keep a separate system and save the compost from this system for your ornamental, not your food production garden
If your pet has just been wormed, their poo will kill your compost worms - wait a couple of weeks before you start adding it back to your worm farm
Native plants do not cope well with high nutrients (phosphorous and nitrogen) - pet poo is high in these
Chook poo composts well but is often too potent for a worm farm

Yard Art Inground Worm Farm - Pet poo worm farm

A$199.00 - A$250.00

In-ground Worm Farm Package RRP $210 - $330

The Yard Art Pet Poo Converter is not just for pet poo! It is a robust system perfect for small gardens with limited garden beds.

The Yard Art Pet Poo Composter will compost your pet poo fast through the power of composting worms, and produce free organic fertiliser to enrich your soil. A complete solution that is simple and effective to use. No Mess - No Fuss - No Odour! This product has revolutionised the way we dispose of our Pet Droppings.

Perfect for any Backyard, Courtyard or Garden Bed
Insulated body and lid to prevent mess and odour
The unit is tall so you don't have to bend and is pedal driven so you don't have to touch the lid to open
Compost your Pet Droppings fast with minimal work through the power of composting worms
Easy to install and easy to move around your yard

Terms and conditions:

If purchasing worms, please read the Worm Policy.

Please read our shipping terms and information before checking out

Model Name: Yard Art Pet Poo Composter

Model Number: PPC012

Material: 100% Recycled Plastic with Metal Components

Colour: Grey and Green

Product Dimensions (mm)

W:450
H:1150
L:520

Package Dimensions (mm) W:400 H:1140 L:470

Weight: 13kg

Assembly Required: Yes

Features and Benefits

Compost your pet droppings fast
Free organic fertiliser to enrich your soil
Create and encourage fantastic plant growth
Perfect for backyards and gardens
No mess - no fuss - no odour
A piece of art for your backyard
Full instruction manual included

Specifications

Vermin proof rim
Non slip foot pedal
Stylish fitted lid
115cm Height
52cm Diameter
45cm Width

Download the instruction manual:

yardart_pet_poo_composter_instruction_manual_lr.pdf

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EM Bokashi Kit incl 1kg Bokashi grain

A$115.00 A$110.00

Includes EM ceramic infused bucket, drainage tray, tap, lid, instructions and the all important Bokashi activator (1kg). Additional Bokashi activator (sold seperately) is available in several options (select the option that suits your needs below).

Read the full product information here: https://www.compostcommunity.com.au/our-bokashi-bins.html

The 20L Bokashi Bin is designed to sit inside your home in a suitable and convenient area such as under a sink.

Terms and conditions:

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Current EM carrier mix:

As you are probably aware, it is the microorganisms in the Bokashi One Mix that are at the core of the Bokashi One composting system. The dry ingredients mix are simply a carrier for the microorganisms.

In recent years due to drought it has been harder for us to source some ingredients for the mix, rice hulls are now so scarce that we have decided to substitute some with sawdust.

The mix will look a little different, however you can rest assured that this change has no negative impact and Bokashi One Mix will still be of the same excellent quality.

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