If you want the quickest way to assess your dog's poop, focus on the four main criteria: 1. Consistency: Soft poop once in a while is common. Stress, a new treat, or a little table scrap can do it.

A revolting reality has emerged as the snow from January’s storm melts away: New York City's dog owners don’t scoop their pets' poop from the sidewalks. Sidewalks throughout the five boroughs resemble ...