Pet Waste and the Mutt Mitt Program

Hey dog - The day has arrived! With summer here there's no better time to remind everyone that picking up after your pooch helps protect Puget Sound.  But there's no reason to be a drag about it. That's why we've been reaching out about this brand new video from Puget Sound Starts Here (http://pugetsoundstartshere.org/scoop-poop/)  - Dog Diggity. Featuring the music of Martin Luther (with all respect to Blackstreet), Dog Diggity is our gift to the many residents all around the Sound.  Just a reminder that picking up after Fido isn't just the neighborly thing to do in your 'hood, it goes a long way to protect the health of Puget Sound. Because remember, Puget Sound Starts Here.

Dogs in Kitsap County drop more than 11 tons of waste each day - and it doesn't just go away.

The solution is easy: 
Bag it  and trash it.

Landfills are designed to safely handle pet waste. Yards, trails, streets, parks, toilets, and compost piles are not. 

The Mutt Mitt Program
Community volunteers can enhance the safety and enjoyment of neighborhood common areas, trails, and other open spaces by making pet waste cleanup easy and convenient for dog owners. Read more details about the Mutt Mitt program here.         Report Mutt Mitt Activity for 2011

Volunteer Mutt Mitt Sponsor Agreement

The following supplies are provided at no cost to you
(while supplies last):

• Mutt Mitt dispenser
• One-half case (600 count) of Mutt Mitt bags per dispenser
• Waste bin (only for locations where trash is not currently collected)
• 2 signs (General Awareness and Community Sponsor)

Mutt Mitt sponsors agree to:

• Designate a primary contact person, identified on the application in printed name and signature. Notify Kitsap County in writing when there is a change in primary contact person within 30 days of re-designation.
• Verify the ownership of property where dispenser is to be located and obtain any necessary permission. Dispensers cannot be installed in Kitsap County road rights-of-way. Special permission is required to install in the right-of-way.
• Install dispenser, signage, and waste bin within 30 days of receipt. Mounting post and concrete are to be provided by sponsor.
• Restock bags as necessary-dispensers should not remain empty for more than 5 consecutive days. Replacement bags can be purchased directly at  www.muttmitt.com
• Be responsible for the transport, hauling, and fees associated with the proper and timely disposal of all dog waste.
• Maintain each Mutt Mitt dispenser including signs, post, waste receptacle, and surrounding area.
• Notify Kitsap County in writing if the dispenser, signs, or waste bin are vandalized or stolen.
• Track the number of bags used annually and report total to Kitsap County by June 30th  and December 31st of each year.

General Conditions:

• Mutt Mitt supplies are replaced once at no cost to you in the event of vandalism or theft. 
• Kitsap County reserves the right to retrieve and re-locate the Mutt Mitt dispenser if it is not properly maintained or used to an acceptable level.
• County staff will review your request and approve an appropriate quantity of dispensers for your area.

If you have read the Volunteer Mutt Mitt Sponsor Agreement and would like to participate in this program, fill out the form below and click on submit:

This program is funded and administered by Kitsap County Surface and Stormwater Management Program.

Kitsap County Public Works                                                                                      Updated: 07/14/2011
Surface & Stormwater Management Program
(360) 337-5777 or (800) 825-4940
Kitsap1@co.kitsap.wa.us