A Clover Lawn May Be The Ideal Choice If You Have A Dog - Here's Why

Mowing, mowing, and more mowing. If you've been looking at alternatives to traditional lawns, you may be wondering if clover is a viable solution — especially if you have pets. Since dogs do their business outside, they can make a mess of your lawn. However, planting clover can be the perfect solution for a healthy green yard. Here's why some dog owners are choosing to pick clover lawns over grass.

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If you have a dog or have dogs that pee on your lawn, add in a little white clover with your grass seed this year. White clover is dog urine resistant and you can barely tell the difference. Added bonus: it barely needs watering once established and comes back every year! ☘️ #lawncare #lawntok #whiteclover #cloverlawn #cloverworks #cloverlawns #gardentok #gardeninghacks #grasstiktok

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If you've struggled with urine stains on a regular lawn, TikToker Gardening Grant suggests planting white clover seeds as a healthy alternative. Clover can help hide burns or other holes caused by alkaline urine, making the yard look fuller and nicer. While clover is urine resistant, you may wonder if a clover lawn can conceal dog poop in between pickups. While the answer is yes, the downside is that it may be hidden so well, you can't find it either! If you go with clover, be sure to pick up any stool regularly, as leaving it can attract some pests. If you're curious about bees or other stinging pests taking over the lawn — don't worry, they won't cause you much issue. Not to mention, these pollinators can provide benefits to other plants in your yard, too.

Aside from the aesthetic reasons for choosing a clover lawn, it has additional benefits for both you and your pup. Clover is relatively inexpensive to plant, costing far less per foot than a traditional lawn. Not only is it cheap, but it is low maintenance. Clover does not need to be mowed as frequently, especially if the entire lawn is clover instead of a mix.

Another benefit of a clover lawn is its safety for your pets. Clover is not toxic to dogs, and is therefore okay to nibble — especially if you have a dog that likes to eat grass. If your pup does sample some, clover has a few nutritional benefits including protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. However, some dogs may be allergic to clover, and signs of this include itching, hives, and vomiting. If you're unsure, test out a small patch of clover first, before reseeding your entire lawn.

If you're looking for a great, inexpensive, and dog-owner-approved alternative to a traditional lawn, then try out clover. You may find it's just one of the ways to make your yard and garden more fun for your dog.