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Old 28-05-2004, 08:09 PM
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Default Dog feces in compost?

Brigitte J. wrote:
Sorry if this is a stupid question, but is dog poop OK in the compost bin?

Thanks,
Brigitte



Sure, in small amounts in a hot bin or an active worm pile.

I wouldn't put large amounts in a cold compost pile or directly in a
vegetable garden.

I can't cite a reference, but I've read in several places that dog and
cat waste can carry disease and should not be used in a garden. But it
won't last very long in a working compost bin (even human waste can be
used in a garden if it's from a properly designed composting toilet.)

Bob