Weekly dog waste removal · Carmel Valley & 4S Ranch

Never scoop
again.

Weekly dog waste removal for Carmel Valley, 4S Ranch, and the surrounding North San Diego neighborhoods. I service every yard myself, the way you would. Photo confirmation. Latched gates. Pet-safe, every time.

Prefer to reach out directly? Text or call (858) 215-4990.

Happy puppy running through a clean San Diego backyard
Now booking. Carmel Valley & 4S Ranch families this week.
Insured· Pet-Safe· Owner-Operated· Same-Day Guarantee
A child running barefoot in a clean backyard with the family dog
Why it matters

What's outside doesn't stay outside.

A messy yard isn't just a yard problem. It's a paw, shoe, sock, and stroller-wheel problem. The kind that ends up on your kitchen floor, your couch, your kids' hands. Fresh Paws is built for families who care about what's tracked inside as much as what's left outside.

  • i Cleaner floors. Less laundry. No more wiping paws or scrubbing carpet. A clean yard means a cleaner home.
  • ii Healthier kids. Healthier pets. Pet waste carries bacteria, parasites, and Giardia. I remove and sanitize so your yard is safe for barefoot play.
  • iii Your weekend back. The chore that quietly steals an hour every week, gone. Same day, same time, every week.
  • iv Gone, not just bagged. Most services leave waste bagged in your bin until trash day. I haul it off-site, every visit, so it's actually gone, not just relocated.
The missing piece

Your dog walker, groomer, and pet sitter all do their jobs.

None of them touch the yard. Fresh Paws is the piece that makes the rest of your pet care actually work.

Dog walker

Comes home to a cleared yard.

Walk's over, the dog heads straight to the grass. A cleared yard means no waste tracked back through your kitchen and onto your floors.

Groomer

Keeps the paws they cleaned.

Trimmed, sanitized, freshly washed paws stay that way longer when the yard isn't undoing the appointment by Wednesday.

Pet sitter

Works in a yard worth working in.

When you travel, your sitter shouldn't have to dodge a week of waste. A maintained yard is a safer working environment.

Fresh Paws

The reset that makes all three work.

The same day each week, the yard goes back to baseline. The rest of your pet care ecosystem can do what it was hired to do.

Locally Owned

Headquartered in San Diego. Real neighbors, never a call center.

Insured

Fully insured and owner-operated. I handle every visit personally, with the standard of care I'd want for my own home.

Pet-Safe

Tools disinfected between homes. Eco-conscious products only.

Same-Day Guarantee

If it's not right, I return same-day, at no charge. No questions asked.

Membership

A weekly visit. Forever, if you'd like.

Fresh Paws operates on a simple monthly subscription. I arrive the same day each week, comb the yard, photograph the result, and leave the gate as I found it. Cancel or pause anytime, no contracts, no calls to make.

Founding member offer · first 15 homes

Kids back in school, holidays coming — this is the moment routines get set for the season. The first 15 homes in Carmel Valley, 4S Ranch, and Rancho Peñasquitos get their first visit free, including a complimentary Yard Sanitization & Deodorizing Treatment, and lock in their rate for 12 months even after prices rise for new members. Offer closes September 30, 2026, or when the route fills, whichever comes first.

New to Fresh Paws? I'll walk your yard with you first, free, before anything's scheduled. Just text or call to set it up.

Bi-Weekly

A lighter cadence for tidy yards and single-dog homes.

$99/ month

1 dog · standard yard up to ¼ acre · larger quoted

  • Photo proof & latched gate, every visit
  • Health Watch on every visit
  • Sanitized equipment between yards
  • No contract, pause anytime
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Signature

Weekly

Our signature plan. The same day, every week, photographed.

$129/ month

1 dog · standard yard up to ¼ acre · larger quoted

  • Everything in Bi-Weekly
  • Extended high-traffic sweep
  • Priority scheduling window
  • Additional dogs +$15/mo each
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Most popular for first-time members.

Twice-Weekly

Engineered for larger packs, busier yards, and active homes.

$219/ month

1 dog · standard yard up to ¼ acre · larger quoted

  • Everything in Weekly
  • Mid-month deodorizing included
  • Direct line to the owner
  • Additional dogs +$20/mo each
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$10/mo off for military & first responders
$25 referral credit, both sides
One-time yard reset from $119

Pricing shown covers 1 dog on a standard yard up to ¼ acre. Additional dogs add $15/mo (Bi-Weekly & Weekly) or $20/mo (Twice-Weekly) each. Yards over ¼ acre add $40/mo per additional ¼ acre. One-time resets start at $119.

How it works

Three steps. One less thing.

i.

Tell me about your yard

Address, gate access, and how many dogs share the space. Two minutes, online or by phone.

ii.

Same day, same person

I personally handle your yard each week. Never a rotating crew, never an outsourced run.

iii.

You get your weekend back

Photo confirmation lands on your phone. The gate stays latched. The yard stays clean.

iv.

Health Watch in every report

If I notice changes in your dog's waste, I'll let you know. A second set of eyes for your pet's health, included with every visit.

Your visit report, every week
Fresh Paws · Visit Report
Bailey's yard
Visit complete

Your yard is ready.

Wednesday · 11:42 AM
Cleaned and ready backyard
Yard fully cleared and sanitized
Side gate latched
Health Watch: all clear
See you next Wednesday, Bailey.
A child hugging the family dog, the reason Fresh Paws exists
The reason this exists. Founder's note from Richard
A note from the founder

Fresh Paws started in my own home. Two girls, three dogs, two corporate jobs, and a yard that quietly stole every weekend.

Like a lot of families, we noticed that what was in the yard wasn't really staying in the yard. It ended up on shoes, paws, kids' hands, the kitchen floor.

I couldn't find a service I'd trust to leave with my gate code, so I built one. Fresh Paws is small on purpose: I handle every visit personally, with real attention and a standard of care I'd want for my own family. If something's ever not right, you'll have my number directly. And if you'd rather meet me before I ever touch your gate, I'll gladly stop by first, no charge, no obligation.

Richard
Founder · Fresh Paws
Optional add-ons

Make your yard even fresher.

Premium upgrades that pair beautifully with any membership.

Sanitized and deodorized yard ready for family use

Yard Sanitization & Deodorizing Treatment

A pet-safe, plant-safe rinse that sanitizes high-traffic areas and neutralizes odor at the source. Veterinary-grade. No rinse step, no residue, no waiting. Kids and pets back outside the moment it dries.

Modern outdoor patio cleaned

Patio Wipe-Down

I wipe down tables, chairs, and high-traffic outdoor surfaces so your patio is grime-free and ready to enjoy.

Service areas

Built for North San Diego.

Fresh Paws provides dog waste removal across Carmel Valley, 4S Ranch, and Rancho Peñasquitos, including Pacific Highlands Ranch, Torrey Hills, Del Mar Mesa, and Black Mountain Ranch. We keep the route tight so every yard gets fast response and the kind of neighbor-to-neighbor service big franchises can't match.

Outside our launch zip codes? Tell me where you live. We're expanding fast.

A pristine North San Diego backyard, ready for family time
Inaugural members · now booking
A small route, kept small on purpose.

Fresh Paws is taking its first weekly slots in Carmel Valley and 4S Ranch. When the route fills, the waitlist begins. Reach out and I'll find the day that fits your street.

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Frequently asked

Good questions deserve real answers.

Is this a pooper scooper service?
Yes, in plain terms. Fresh Paws is a pooper scooper service for premium homes in Carmel Valley and 4S Ranch. We prefer to think of it as a private yard service: same job, done with full insurance, photo-proof reports, sanitized equipment between yards, and the standard of care your home deserves.
Do I need to be home during service?
No, most of our members aren't home when I visit. I just need access to your yard (gate code, side gate, or unlocked latch). After every visit, you'll get a photo report so you know exactly what was done and that your gate is secured.
Can I meet you before my first visit?
Of course. If you'd feel better putting a face to the name before I have gate access, I'm happy to swing by for a free 10-minute walkthrough, no obligation. Just mention it when you request a quote, or text me directly.
What if my dog is in the yard when you arrive?
No problem at all. I love working with dogs in the yard. I just ask that if your dog has a history of aggression toward strangers, you let me know in advance and keep them inside during the visit. I'm calm and gentle around pets of all sizes.
What happens if it rains?
San Diego weather is mostly cooperative. If there's heavy rain on your scheduled day, I'll typically reschedule for the next available day that week. You'll get a text letting you know the new arrival time.
Do you require a contract?
Never. Pause, change frequency, or cancel any time. We earn your business every single visit, and that's the way we want it.
How does pricing work for multiple dogs or larger yards?
Our membership tiers are priced for one dog on a yard up to ¼ acre. Additional dogs add $15/month on Bi-Weekly and Weekly plans, or $20/month on Twice-Weekly. Yards over ¼ acre are an additional $40/month per additional ¼ acre. I'll give you an exact quote based on your specifics with no surprises on the bill.
Where does the waste go?
I haul every visit's waste off-site, in sealed bags, to be disposed of properly. Nothing sits in your bin, your yard, or waits for trash day — it's gone, the way premium service should work.
Are your products safe for kids and pets?
Yes, completely. Our sanitization and deodorizing products are pet-safe, kid-safe, and eco-friendly. We chose them specifically because so many of our members have toddlers and dogs who play on the same grass.
Do you offer commercial or HOA service?
Yes. We work with HOAs, apartment complexes, dog parks, and commercial properties throughout North San Diego. Reach out for a custom quote and we'll design a plan that fits your community.
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Ready for the cleanest yard on the block?

Reserve your weekly slot. I'll confirm pricing, route timing, and any add-ons before your first visit. No contract, ever.

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Or reach out directly: text or call (858) 215-4990.