March 11
This initiative is certainly a family affair. My son, who has grown up with education about and advocacy for reducing pesticides, is eager to help spread the word. He was excited to choose and install one of our signs; he selected the one with dog in honor of our pups. Among the reasons that we choose not to use pesticides on our yard is the higher incidence of cancer in dogs that live in yards that spray (as much as 70% higher). Dogs are also at risk when they go on walks and sniff yards that have sprayed with pesticides. Pre-emergents are the most toxic, in my understanding. If you are a parent and/or pet-loving human especially, please do your own research and understand the risks to people, pets, pollinators, and planet. Here are two good places to start: Non-Toxic Communities and Beyond Pesticides.
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