I spent the better part of Sunday working in the yard. The temp was pleasant and it felt good to get my hands dirty and get some things done. Our lovable Great Dane (who passed away Feb. 1st) was the best dog ever, but boy did he do a number on our backyard. He wasn’t a digger, and for the most part did his duties in one corner of the yard, but he would pee wherever he wanted! He was a big dog, and he peed big. We were left with large dead pee spots in our backyard (around 40 to be exact…I counted) that needed some attention. Here is how to repair dog pee spots in your yard!
Start Digging:
Now that we no longer have a dog, I am attempting to work on this mess. First up, dig up all the top layer (dead grass), until you reach dirt using spade or shovel. If nothing else, this was a good arm/back workout for me!
Grab Your Supplies:
I took a trip to a local grass/seed/feed store, and they hooked me up with some seed and peat moss. Make sure you know what kind of grass you have, so you can try to match it the best you can. I left with two pounds of seed and 1 cu. ft. of peat moss. It ran me about $14 total.
Spread the Seed:
Spread the seed in each pee spot and quickly cover it with a thin layer of peat moss. I have never used peat moss before, but I am going to start using it with all of my indoor/outdoor plants. It is an fine, organic mixture that helps trap moisture and helps to keep the seed from blowing away. It also prevents weeds from blowing in. Have I mentioned it’s windy in Kansas?!?! Here is one of the spots with half seed and half peat moss cover. You can see the peat moss is the texture of a fine soil.
So, I now have about 30 spots in my yard that look like this. I still have another 10 or so to dig up. After mulching and digging all day, my poor hands needed a break!
Wait for the Seed to Grow Back:
It is supposed to rain/storm/snow (yes, I said snow) in the next day or two so hopefully the moisture will be good for my new seed! Anything is better than dead grass pee spots! We debated just laying down some new sod, but everything I researched suggested planting new seed. I hope this helps if you are in need of repairing dog pee spots in your yard! Have you been working out in your yard?? Our weather has a mind of its own, so we are getting as much done as it will allow. I’m hoping May will give us a real dose of spring! xo