Vacaville recycling       Clean up after your pet. Animal waste contains bacteria and viruses and should be cleaned up and disposed as solid waste. Never throw pet waste in the gutter or storm drain. It could be washed into the storm drain system when it rains or when watering the yard. Keep bags or a pooper-scooper next to the dog’s leash as a reminder to take them with you on walks. Dispose of pet waste unwrapped in the toilet or wrapped in the trash bin.