Our neighbor brought 4 horses and other animals to their home and are keeping them in their large yard. They keep the horses closer to our home and the poop is piling up.They keep moving the large pile of poop located next to the property line 3 or 4 feet to the left or right a couple times a week. Is this hazardous to us and our neighbors? We have well water and the poop is located in close proximity to our well. We are also concerned about pathogens and flies. - Ask Extension
Our neighbor brought 4 horses and other animals to their home and are keeping them in their large yard. They keep the horses closer to our home and ...
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Our neighbor brought 4 horses and other animals to their home and are keeping them in their large yard. They keep the horses closer to our home and the poop is piling up.They keep moving the large pile of poop located next to the property line 3 or 4 feet to the left or right a couple times a week. Is this hazardous to us and our neighbors? We have well water and the poop is located in close proximity to our well. We are also concerned about pathogens and flies. #825272
Asked April 11, 2023, 10:34 PM EDT
Our neighbor brought 4 horses and other animals to their home and are keeping them in their large yard. They keep the horses closer to our home and the poop is piling up.They keep moving the large pile of poop located next to the property line 3 or 4 feet to the left or right a couple times a week. Is this hazardous to us and our neighbors? We have well water and the poop is located in close proximity to our well. We are also concerned about pathogens and flies.
Wicomico County Maryland
Expert Response
Hi,
You could reach out to your county's agriculture agent, Haley Sater <personal data hidden>; <personal data hidden> for assistance with this.
Emily
