Beautiful Lawns at what price?

Numerous studies are showing that the green lawns that many landscapers produce may come with a dangerous price tag. Yard pesticides have been linked to a four-fold increase in childhood cancers. One study, in the journal of Environmental Science and Technology, concluded that 3% of "dislodgeable turf residues" (the portion of a pesticide application that does not adhere to the grass), are tracked indoors. And a study led by the National Cancer Institute found that in households where lawns were chemically treated four or more times a year, the risk of canine malignant lymphoma was twice as high as for dogs in households with untreated lawns. The links below will give you more in-depth information. Please use only organic sprays on your yard and also avoid products for Fleas and Ticks such as Frontline etc.. on your pets. Opt for an organic choice such as natural pet sprays, dips from Judy's Health Cafe.  Also note the dangers now in MULCH sold at many stores that contain cocoa beans and have killed/made ill many dogs. Make sure you ask in the stores what is in the mulch!