Doggie Dooley 3000 Septic-Tank-Style Pet-Waste Disposal System

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Product Features

• Environmentally safe in-ground pet-waste disposal system
• For 2 large dogs or 4 small dogs; works like a miniature septic tank
• Galvanized steel tank; foot-operated lid opener; made in USA
• Includes Digester Powder and a handy pick-up scoop
• Measures 13-3/4 by 13-3/4 by 15 inches

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17 x 17 x 15 inches ; 6.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B0002DI35E
• Item model number: 3000
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,385 in Home & Garden (See Bestsellers in Home & Garden)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Keep lawns and play areas clean and sanitary with this environmentally safe pet-waste disposal system. Simply install the unit into the ground, drop in dog waste, and occasionally add water and non-toxic Digester Powder for continuous break down of waste. The system can handle the waste of two large dogs or four small dogs, and it works like a miniature septic tank, using natural bacteria and enzyme cultures to turn dog waste into a ground-absorbed liquid. Each unit comes with a handy scoop and a six-month supply of Digester Powder (depending on usage). Other highlights include galvanized-steel construction, a built-in overflow tube, and a convenient foot-operated lid opener. The system works well in all soil conditions except hard clay and heavy sand. The USA-made pet-waste disposal system measures 13-3/4 by 13-3/4 by 15 inches with a 16-3/4-inch overhang and a lid opening of 8-1/2 inches.

Product Description

The Doggie Dooley Pet Waste Disposal System works like a miniature septic tank, utilizing natural bacteria and enzyme cultures to reduce dog waste to a ground absorbing liquid. Simply shovel stools into the system; occasionally add water and the Digester Powder. Neat, clean, convenient and an environmentally friendly way to dispose of pet waste. The Model 3000 Doggie Dooley features a galvanized steel tank and has a foot operated lid opener. Each unit comes complete with handy scoop and a 6 month supply of Digester Powder. The Digester Powder is a non-toxic, harmless mixture designed especially for pet waste. The systems are harmless to pets, lawns, and shrubs. The Doggie Dooley is an excellent way to dispose of pet waste safely and control odors. Works well in all soil conditions except hard clay and heavy sand.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Doggie Dooley = Clean Yard, March 25, 2008

By	J. R. Pearson "Brandydog" (TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've been using this product for about 5 weeks and am completely satisfied. I had some concerns about the durability of the pyramid shaped model so I went with the galvanized steel model even though I only have 1 large breed dog. This model also came fully assembled and ready for the ground. The free scooper that was supposed to come with it was not included, so I was gyped there. The lid is hinged and opens easily but also will stay open for you which is great. I took some shortcuts on installation that have not affected operation. 1st, I started using a post hole digger but quickly went to the shovel. Don't buy the diggers just for this job-they are not essential. I also didn't dig the full 4 feet recommended. If you have good drainage, its not needed in my opinion. I dug deep enough to house the unit with an additional 8-12 inches of clearance and have experienced no problems. You'll want to install this near the end of your water hoses reach away from the house. It doesn't reek too bad until you open the door and flush the system with the hose. Thats when that liquified poop stirs up. I add stool about every other day and flush the system weekly. The enzyme has lasted this long(5 wks.) with half a bag left and I am pretty liberal with it. Buying the extra bucket of enzyme is inevitable.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTIC PRODUCT -- WORTH THE WORK. *READ UPDATE, May 22, 2008

By	Christin M. De Meo "RN" (Glen Rock, NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

IF YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, THIS IS QUITE A JOB, BUT WELL WORTH IT! I INSTALLED 2 OF THE GALVANIZED STEEL ROUND TYPE...TOOK ABOUT 4 HOURS EACH WITH A FEW 'BODY STRETCHING' BREAKS. DEFINITELY GET A HEAVY-DUTY BRANCH/ROOT CUTTER...IF YOU ARE NEAR TO LARGE TREES, YOU WILL INEVITABLY COME UPON LARGE ROOTS. I WENT A BIT DEEPER BY 3-5 INCHES IN ORDER TO LINE THE BOTTOM WITH 2-3 INCHES OF ROUNDED BEACH STONE AS WAS TOLD IS DONE WITH REGULAR SEPTIC TANK INSTALLATIONS. I USED THE 'AS SEEN ON TV' AUGER FOR DIGGING AFTER GETTING 2 FEET IN USING A STANDARD SHOVEL. THE AUGER ATTACHES TO A STANDARD POWER DRILL AND IS ALSO SOLD AT CVS PHARMACY STORES ($19.99). IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE LOOSE DIRT AFTER GOING ABOUT 3FT. DOWN, YOU DEFINITELY NEED A POST DIGGER FOR 'LOOSE' DIRT REMOVAL. GET A GOOD ONE, OTHERWISE YOU'LL BE WORKING FOREVER TO GET THE LOOSE DIRT OUT FROM A VERY DEEP HOLE! USING THE SHOVEL AFTER 3FT. WILL CAUSE THE WIDTH OF THE HOLE TO GO BEYOND THE 14 INCHES AS THE HANDLE WILL RUB AGAINST THE SIDES OF THE HOLE. IF THIS HAPPENS, WHICH DID HAPPEN TO ME WITH MY FIRST INSTALLATION, YOU CAN STILL SECURE THE SEPTIC TANK BY PLACING (9) 12"X6"X2" PAVER STONES ($1.69 EA. AT HOME IMPROVEMENT STORES)IN THE SHAPE OF A SUNBURST LENGTHWISE FROM THE HOLE EDGE OUTWARD TO DECREASE THE WIDTH ACCORDING TO HOW MUCH YOU OVERSIZED. AFTER PLACING THE TANK, FURTHER SECURE BY FIRST FILLING THE SPACES BETWEEN THE PAVERS WITH DIRT UP TO THE PAVER LEVEL (YOU'LL HAVE PLENTY OF DIRT)THEN PLACE MORE PAVER STONES BETWEEN THE SPACES OF THE FIRST SET, AGAIN IN A LENGTHWISE SUNBURST FASHION AND RIGHT UP AGAINST THE SIDE OF THE LID, AGAIN FILLING THE SPACES WITH DIRT. LAST, MAKE A CIRCLE WITH ADDITIONAL PAVERS WIDTHWISE AROUND THE TOP OUTERMOST EDGES OF THE SECOND SET OF PAVERS. I ALSO DID A SECOND OUTER CIRCLE OF PAVERS ON TOP OF THE FIRST SET PLACING OVER THE JOININGS OF THE FIRST PAVER CIRCLE...MY PAVERS WERE 10 POUNDS EACH, SO THAT EVEN WHEN MY MY 3 70+ POUND SHEPHARDS AND SIBERIAN HUSKY STEPPED ON THE CONTAINER, IT REMAINED SECURE AS I KNEW THEY WOULD DEFINITELY EXPLORE. I DID THIS SET-UP WITH MY SECOND INSTALLATION EVEN THOUGH I DIDN'T OVERSIZE THE HOLE, AS IT NOT ONLY SECURED THE CONTAINER BUT ALSO MADE THE DOG PEN LOOK MUCH NICER ALONG WITH PUSHING MORE DIRT AROUND THE EDGES AND ADDING SOME NEW RUBBERIZED MULCH AND A SMALL TENT COVER OVER EACH TANK SINCE WE'VE HAD LOTS OF RAIN LATELY IN NJ. SEE MY PICS!
THIS PRODUCT IS A GOD-SEND...NOT ONLY FOR ME & MY NEIGHBORS, BUT FOR THE TRASH COLLECTORS AS WELL AS THE ENVIRONMENT! HEY, YA KNOW WHAT KERMIT OUR LITTLE MUPPET FROG FRIEND WOULD SAY, "GO GREEN!" LOL

YOU CAN SEE STEP BY STEP PICS AT:
picasaweb.google. com/GodsBelovedCreatures
BEST BLESSINGS TO ALL! (Especially to 'Man's Best Friend'!)

UPDATE TIP!!! AUGUST 2, 2009
SAVE LOTS OF $$$ BY JUST BUYING REGULAR SEPTIC TANK ENZYMES...
CAME UPON A 3LB BAG OF SEPTI-TANK PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH SEPTIC TREATMENT FOR $10.99 AT HOME DEPOT BY ACCIDENT...READ THE LABEL ABOUT BREAKING DOWN WASTES WITH NATURAL BIODEGRADABLE ENZYMES, SO I THOUGHT IT WAS WORTH A TRY. I'VE BEEN USING IT FOR 2 WEEKS NOW...LOOKS THE SAME AS THE 'RIP-OFF' WASTE TERMINATOR BRAND...ONLY HAVE TO USE 1 TABLESPOON IN EACH TANK WEEKLY FOR 3 DOGS AND FLUSH WITH THE WATER HOSE (APPROX. 2 GALS)EVERY OTHER DAY AND SEEMS TO WORK FASTER AND BETTER! IF I COME UP WITH ANYTHING ELSE I'LL BE SURE TO POST AGAIN! ENJOY AND GOD BLESS! CMD

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A couple of things you should know..., April 21, 2008

By	limping skunk "limping skunk" (disfunctional, GA) - See all my reviews

The Doggie Dooley 3000 has been installed for a couple of months now, and appears to work just fine. No odor, and no backups even though it is installed in GA clay. Two things you should know: (1) The lid is still plastic, although the rest of it is galvanized metal; and (2) Be sure to undersize the hole until you are 4 feet deep, then widen it out to 14"