It's illegal to not clean up after your dog in New Jersey

I like surprises as much as the next person, but one surprise nobody likes is when you find dog dirt in your front yard, especially if you don't own a dog.

Cleaning Up After Your Dog Is Common Courtesy

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It's common courtesy that if you own a four-legged pooch, and you take them outside for a walk, you clean up after your dog. It's what good pet owners do, and it's just what good people do.

That being said, every now and then it can turn into an issue, and can cause fights amongst neighbors if it becomes a recurring issue.

Hoboken, NJ, Hitting Dog Owners With Big Fines For Not Cleaning Up

Apparently, in Hoboken, dog waste that hasn't been picked up by owners has become such a problem that the mayor of Hoboken has instituted a $2,000 fine for anyone caught in the act of not cleaning up after their dog.

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The issue, of course, is that if you're not caught in the act, it's very hard to prove that you're the pooper problem.

Is It Illegal To Not Clean Up After Your Dog In NJ?

But did you know it's already in New Jersey to not clean up after your dog? Sure, it varies from town to town and county to county as to what the punishment is, but for the most part, if you're caught not cleaning up after your dog in Jersey, you'll face fines and potential charges.

I love dogs, but this is exactly why I'm a cat owner, so much less clean-up pressure.