Yes, Poo Squad picks up dog poop in Seguin, TX. Your local Poo Squad crew comes over from the New Braunfels area and handles weekly, every other week or monthly dog poop removal. We also do one time cleanups, yard deodorizing, commercial pet waste removal and event pooper scooper services.
You know the routine. A long walk on the Walnut Springs Trail, a happy, tired dog, and then you step into the backyard. Landmines. Everywhere. We know dog poop. Unfortunately. So you don't have to.
Where Seguin's Dogs Live (and Leave Their Mark)
Seguin's dogs live all over town. Some have small yards near Downtown Seguin and the historic Courthouse Square. Others have more room in Nob Hill and the established streets of west Seguin. Plenty are brand new in town, in subdivisions like Navarro Oaks off Martindale Road, just east of the State Highway 123 Bypass, and Arroyo Ranch. Newer builds keep going up around Cordova Crossing and the northeast side of town too.
That growth is real. One local guide counts more than 25 subdivisions under construction inside city limits. New houses mean new sod, new fences and a lot of new dogs figuring out where their spot is. Usually right where you want to walk.
Barky Park and the Walnut Springs Trail
Barky Park at Max Starcke Park
Barky Park is Seguin's dog park. It opened in May 2011 near the entrance of Max Starcke Park on River Drive West. It's split into two sections, one for small breeds and one for large breeds. It has lighting for evening visits, and the lights shut off at 10 pm. The city stocks dog baggies there and asks you to pick up after your pet.
Max Starcke Park itself is 227 acres along the Guadalupe River. It was a pecan orchard before it was dedicated as a park in 1938. Today it has a walking trail, a paddling trail, disc golf, a wave pool and picnic pavilions.
The Walnut Springs Trail
The Walnut Springs Trail follows Walnut Branch from New Braunfels Street (FM 78) south toward Max Starcke Park East. It passes Walnut Springs Park, the Seguin Public Library and Texas Lutheran University. An extension opened in June 2023 with Seguin's first below grade crossing, under the South Austin Street bridge. It links to the Pecan Bottom Trail Loop. That makes it one long walk from the middle of town to the river.
Seguin's Pet Rules, in Plain English
Here's what Seguin's rules mean for you and your dog:
- Register your dog. Registration and a license are required for dogs and cats inside city limits under City Ordinance 14-71, according to Seguin Animal Services.
- No roaming in the parks. The city code prohibits pets running at large in parks (Section 74-62). Barky Park's fenced sections are your off leash spot.
- Keep outdoor areas clean. Ordinance No. 2017-69 says outdoor dog shelters must be kept free of clutter, including accumulated trash and waste. It also says dogs shouldn't be left outside in extreme weather.
- Pick it up. At Barky Park, the city asks every owner to pick up after their pet. Baggies are right there.
Who enforces all this? Seguin Animal Services, a division of the Seguin Police Department. They handle animal ordinance enforcement, stray and barking dog complaints and animal bites. Want the bigger picture? Read our guide on fines for not picking up dog poop.
Why a Seguin Backyard Pile Doesn't Stay Put
Walnut Branch runs right through the middle of Seguin. It's a small tributary of the Guadalupe River, fed by springs. It's the same river that flows past Max Starcke Park.
So think about what a summer storm does to a yard full of old piles. That waste doesn't vanish. It breaks down and moves with the water. We wrote about it in does dog poop wash away in the rain. Short answer: no, not the way you'd hope.
And your grass doesn't love it either. Piles left in the Texas sun leave dead, patchy spots behind. Here's why dog poop isn't good for grass.
Seguin Pet Places Worth Knowing
Seguin Animal Services
The city shelter sits at 555 Fred Byrd Drive. Adopting an adult dog or puppy costs $100, and that fee covers spay or neuter, age appropriate vaccines, deworming, a microchip and more. The shelter also runs low cost vaccination events. Its Dogs Day Out program lets volunteers take shelter dogs on an outing. Volunteers also help with adoption events and dog walking.
Guadalupe County Humane Society
This no kill shelter is at 2484 N. State Highway 46. It's privately operated and doesn't receive city, county, state or federal funds, so donations matter. It's open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 3 pm.
Just adopted? Congrats. Your new buddy's yard habits start now. We can help with that part.
What Pet Waste Removal Costs in Seguin
Here's what pet waste removal from the New Braunfels location costs on our regular plans:
- Weekly: $54 per month for 1 dog ($13.16 per visit). $63 per month for 2 dogs ($14.55 per visit).
- Every other week: $46 per month for 1 dog ($10.62 per visit). $53 per month for 2 dogs ($12.24 per visit).
- Monthly: $40 per month for 1 dog. $50 per month for 2 dogs.
Most Seguin households with a dog or two do well with regular dog poop removal. Got a yard that's gotten away from you? Maybe you just moved into Navarro Oaks and the last owner's dog left a souvenir collection. Start with a one time cleanup. If the smell hangs around after the piles are gone, add yard deodorizing.
Apartments, HOAs and Park Parties in Seguin
Seguin's growth isn't just single family homes. New apartment communities keep following the subdivisions. Shared dog areas get messy fast. Our commercial pet waste removal keeps common areas clean for property managers and HOAs.
Hosting a dog friendly get together at a Max Starcke Park pavilion? Our event pooper scooper services mean nobody spends the party watching their step.
Let's Get Your Seguin Yard Back
Your dog had a great time at Barky Park. Your backyard deserves the same energy. We handle the mess. You get the yard back. Call your local Poo Squad crew at 830-282-0777, or visit Poo Squad New Braunfels to get started. Seguin's dogs keep us busy. We wouldn't have it any other way.