July 30, 2025 The Newspaper Serving LGBT Los Angeles

West Hollywood’s New Campaign Says: Scoop the Poop, Leash the Pup

“Scoop the Poop” Campaign Aims to Boost Public Health and Safety

West Hollywood pet owners, it is time to scoop your dog’s poop. The city has unveiled a new public education initiative titled “Scoop The Poop,” aimed at encouraging residents to clean up after their pets and keep shared community spaces sanitary and safe.

The campaign, which launched in April, features public service announcements across digital transit shelters, pedestrian kiosks, and park facilities. The goal is to remind pet guardians that cleaning up after their dogs takes only seconds but plays a significant role in protecting public health and maintaining neighborhood cleanliness.

“It only takes 20 seconds to be a good neighbor,” said West Hollywood City Councilmember Lauren Meister. “Leaving pet waste behind on sidewalks, parkways, or in our public parks creates unsanitary conditions, foul odors, and even serious health risks for both people and animals.”

Recognized as one of the most pet-friendly cities in the United States, West Hollywood has long supported policies that prioritize animal welfare and promote a strong bond between residents and their pets. The Scoop The Poop campaign reinforces that commitment by reminding dog owners of the importance of keeping dogs leashed in public areas and properly disposing of pet waste.

According to city officials, uncollected dog waste can carry harmful bacteria and parasites that contaminate soil and water, posing health risks to humans and animals alike. Unleashed dogs in non-designated areas can also lead to injuries or altercations involving other pets and people.

Both West Hollywood’s municipal code and Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control regulations require dogs to be leashed in public and pet waste to be promptly cleaned up. The city says these rules are essential for keeping its streets, parks, and neighborhoods clean and livable.

As part of the campaign, the city is also reviewing signage in public spaces and evaluating whether to add more than the 100 existing pet waste disposal stations currently available citywide.

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