Poo Squad East Orlando picks up dog poop in Winter Springs, FL. Our crew is based in the East Orlando area and handles weekly, every other week, monthly and one-time yard cleanups for Winter Springs homes. The location is locally owned by Abram and Mariah Patterson.
You know the routine. Your dog comes home from the dog park tired and happy. Then you step out back and the lawn looks like a minefield. We take care of that part. You get the yard back.
Where Winter Springs Dogs Go to Run
Ask a dog owner in town where they go, and you'll hear one answer first: the dog park at Central Winds Park. It sits at 900 Hicks Ave, on the west side of the park. Some locals call it Hound Ground.
It's a good one. There's a big dog area with a pet waste station and a separate small dog area with agility equipment and a sidewalk loop. You'll find water fountains for dogs, plus a dog wash station right outside the gate. Muddy paws, handled before the car ride.
Two things to plan around. It's open daily from 7 a.m. to dusk. And it's closed every Wednesday for maintenance. Good luck explaining that to your dog.
Central Winds itself is the city's community hub, with fields, pavilions, a playground and a nature trail. It sits right on Lake Jesup, and past the dog park there's a pier where locals come to fish. To reach the dog park, drive around to the Hicks Ave side.
Tuscawilla Backyards and Everyday Dog Duty
Plenty of Winter Springs dogs call Tuscawilla home. It's mostly single-family homes built between the 1980s and early 2000s, with quiet streets and parks nearby. Next door you've got Tuscawilla Forest and Tuskawilla Springs, the one close to Tuskawilla Country Club.
Older neighborhoods mean established yards. Shrubs, shady corners, beds along the fence. Dogs love those spots. So do the piles you didn't see until you mowed over one.
That's where we come in. Your local Poo Squad crew scoops the whole yard, not just the middle of the lawn. Corners, side yards, along the fence. The places your dog actually picks.
It matters for more than looks. Dog poop isn't good for grass, and it can carry bacteria and parasites that hang around in the grass. If kids play in your Tuscawilla backyard too, that's one more reason to keep it picked up on a schedule instead of whenever someone gets around to it.
Winter Springs Heat, Rain and the Smell Out Back
Here's a local clue about the warm season. The city's free splash playgrounds at Torcaso Park and Trotwood Park open from April through October each year. That's a long stretch of hot weather.
Heat and dog poop are a bad combo. The smell gets stronger, and the flies show up fast. If you've wondered whether dogs poop more in summer, you're not alone.
And no, a big Florida downpour doesn't solve it. Rain breaks piles apart and spreads them around the yard. We explain why in does dog poop wash away in the rain. Short version: it doesn't go away. It just gets harder to see.
Dog Poop Rules in Winter Springs, in Plain English
Animal rules here run through Seminole County. Seminole County Animal Services enforces Chapter 20 of the county code, the ordinances pertaining to animals. If you have a complaint about an animal, that's the office to call.
The county has been clear about the why. It has reminded owners that not cleaning up after a pet creates unhealthy conditions, especially in yards where kids play. It also asks owners to respect their neighbors' property. Fair enough.
The dog park has its own rules too:
- Leash your dog when you enter and leave.
- Stay where you can see your dog and call it back.
- Your dog's license and tags need to be on display.
- Aggressive dogs aren't allowed.
Live in a neighborhood with an HOA? Check its pet rules as well. Our guide to HOA dog rules covers what usually comes up.
What Pooper Scooper Service Costs in Winter Springs
Searched for a pooper scooper service in Orlando and live up in Winter Springs? Good news. We come to you. Here's our real pricing. One dog or two, the price is the same.
- Weekly: $103.70 per month
- Every other week: $90.71 per month
- Monthly: $56.07 per month
- One-time cleanup: $119.95
Our recurring residential dog poop removal keeps the yard clean all the time, not just the day after you finally get to it. If the backyard got away from you, start with a one-time dog poop cleanup and go from there. Want to compare? Here's how much pooper scooper service costs in general.
Pet Spots Around Winter Springs Worth Knowing
A few more places Winter Springs dog people should have on their list:
- The Cross Seminole Trail. It runs through Winter Springs on its 23 mile route across Seminole County. Trail details are on the Seminole County Cross Seminole Trail page.
- Black Hammock Trailhead. At 1571 E State Road 434, with restrooms and a water fountain. A handy starting point. Bring bags.
- The dog wash station at Central Winds. Right outside the dog park gate. Use it before your dog hops back in the car.
- Seminole County Animal Services. The county's shelter shares adoptable pets and adoption events. Thinking about dog number two? Start there.
Let Us Handle the Yard in Winter Springs
You've got Hound Ground days, trail walks and fishing off the Lake Jesup pier to enjoy. Picking up the yard doesn't need to be on that list. Your local Poo Squad crew from Poo Squad East Orlando is ready to help Winter Springs dogs and their people. Want a pooper scooper service from the Orlando area that shows up in Winter Springs? Give us a call at (407) 378-6525. We handle the mess. You get the yard back.