Weed Killer.

[Jennifer and Jack]

HI,

I know this has been discussed a lot but I didn't see anything about how long you keep your dog off the grass after you use it.

Since getting Jack almost six years ago, I have only ever used weed killer on the front yard.  I would do it every few years but NEVER in the back yard.

Well our development is newer and they are about to begin the second phase, they are handing out fines to anyone and everyone who's lawn does not look good and well maintained.

Today I fertilized as well as used weed killer. It says to keep animals away while it is being applied, to water it if it doesn't rain in three days and that's it.

For as much research as I can see, it says not to try to plan sprigs or sod for three months after application.  In my mind, I would then assume that the stuff is still active for up to three months… This is in my entire back yard that is fenced in where Jack loves to lounge around and play.

I was thinking two weeks would be enough, especially if I did a lot of watering but now I am concerned, (OF COURSE)  He won't step foot on the yard until I know it is clear, I will just leash him up and take him where I know weed killer hasn't been used.  

For those of you who live in HOA's or have lawn service as part of your HOA, how do you handle these toxic chemicals...

I just had way way too many to not do something drastic, and the fines are super heavy as they are trying to attract new buyers.

[Marianne Kay]

On Amazon you will find a weed puller by Fiskars that does not require bending. It has 3 or 4 prongs that go into the soil and extract the whole dandelion root! One is 3 prongs, for smaller weeds and the other is 4 prongs, for larger weeds. Its approved for people with arthritis. You would want some extra soil to replace what you pulled out. Also if you get a sturdy spray bottle with a choice of a strong stream or a wide spray, that works well with a natural vinegar recipe you will find on the internet, to kill individual weeds. It takes time to learn about the alternative choices.