Yes, Poo Squad picks up dog poop in Waterford Lakes, FL. Your local Poo Squad crew comes from Poo Squad East Orlando, locally owned by Abram and Mariah Patterson. We offer weekly, every other week and monthly dog poop removal, plus one-time cleanups for yards that got away from you.
You know the routine. An afternoon storm rolls through, the grass perks up, and suddenly the backyard is a minefield again. You meant to scoop. Life happened. We get it. We know dog poop. Unfortunately.
Waterford Lakes Has a Lot of Dogs (and a Lot of Yards)
Waterford Lakes isn't a small subdivision. It's a master-planned community with more than 3,100 homes under the Waterford Lakes Community Association. It started out in 1985 under the name Huckleberry and took the Waterford Lakes name in 1991. Locals still see that history in names like Huckleberry Fields.
The association area spans about 25 separate communities. Around them you'll find places like East Waterford, Fairway Pointe, Fieldstream North, Fieldstream West, Andover Lakes, Waterford Lakes North and The Villas at Waterford Lakes. Different streets, same story: lots of dogs. When Nextdoor asks Waterford Lakes neighbors about their top interests, dogs come out on top. Neighbors also call the area dog friendly.
All those dogs mean a lot of small backyards working overtime. That's where a residential pooper scooper service earns its keep.
Where Waterford Lakes Dogs Burn Off Energy
The go-to spot for residents is the association dog park at the Recreation Complex, 453 Mark Twain Blvd. A few things to know before you go:
- It's open 8 AM to 10 PM, but there are no lights. Plan evening visits before dark.
- You need a valid Waterford Lakes Recreation ID to use it.
- Don't leave your dog unattended.
The association lists two dog parks in total, along with a pool, tennis courts and walking paths at the rec center. The lake at the Recreation Center even draws people with fishing poles.
Want to get outside the gates? East Orange Neighborhood Park is open to the public. So are the hiking trails at Econlockhatchee Sandhills Conservation Area. Blanchard Park and the paved Little Econ Greenway are a short drive away too, and Waterford Chase Dog Park sits nearby.
Orange County's Dog Rules, in Plain English
Waterford Lakes follows Orange County's animal code, found in Chapter 5. Here's the short version.
Keep your dog under control. Section 5-29 defines a dog "at large" two ways. One: off your property and not on a leash, cord or chain held by a competent person. Two: on your own property but not under control or restrained. A designated dog park is an exception, so the Mark Twain Blvd park is fair game.
Pick it up. The City of Orlando's Stop the Poo-llution page points out that Orange County Ordinance Sec. 5-50 includes a fine for un-scooped pet waste. So that pile on the common area sidewalk isn't just rude. It can cost you.
Your HOA may add its own layer. With an association this size, check your WLCA documents for pet rules. Our guide to HOA dog rules covers what's common.
Why the "Lakes" in Waterford Lakes Matter
This is a community named after its water. And dog poop and water don't mix well.
According to the City of Orlando, un-scooped poop washes into storm drains. Those drains empty straight into local lakes. The extra nutrients can feed algae blooms and fish kills. The bacteria can even reach the aquifer, where our drinking water comes from.
Think rain takes care of it? Nope. It just moves the mess somewhere else. Here's why dog poop doesn't really wash away in the rain. Florida heat doesn't help either. Warm, wet piles are fly magnets, as our piece on dog poop and flies explains.
Pet Places and Events Around Waterford Lakes
Thinking about adding a second dog? Orange County Animal Services is the county shelter. It has run one-day reduced-fee adoption events and summer fee cuts when the shelter fills up. Keep an eye on the county newsroom, especially in summer.
Weekends around here often run through Waterford Lakes Town Center, with more than 100 businesses. The East Orlando Farmers Market sets up there on Sundays. Grab your produce, then come home to a yard that's already clean. That's the dream.
What a Pooper Scooper Service Costs in Waterford Lakes
Lots of folks searching for a pooper scooper service in Orlando just want a straight number. Here's ours. The price is the same for one dog or two.
- Weekly: $23.95 per visit ($103.70 per month)
- Every other week: $20.95 per visit ($90.71 per month)
- Monthly: $12.95 per visit ($56.07 per month)
- One-time cleanup: $119.95
Weekly works best for most busy Waterford Lakes yards, especially in the wet summer months. Monthly fits a yard that only sees light traffic. Curious how that stacks up? Read what pooper scooper service costs in general.
Start With a One-Time Cleanup in Waterford Lakes
Fell behind after a busy stretch? It happens. A one-time dog poop cleanup resets the yard. Then you decide if you want us back on a regular schedule. No pressure either way.
Your local Poo Squad crew walks the whole yard, scoops what's there and hauls it off. You get your grass back. Your kids get to run barefoot again. Your dog gets a clean place to do business. Everybody wins.
Your Waterford Lakes Yard, Handled
If you've been hunting for a pooper scooper service in Orlando that actually knows the east side, say hi. Abram, Mariah and the crew at Poo Squad East Orlando would love to take this chore off your list. Call us at (407) 378-6525. We handle the mess. You get the yard back.