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Pet Turf Installation

Dog & Pet Turf Installation

It’s simple: installing dog friendly turf in your yard is a safe, healthy, and minimum-maintenance dog-play-area solution. By installing turf in your backyard for your dogs, they’ll be able to happily play, pee, poop, or just roll around for hours with no fear of “dead patch” grass spots! Not only will your dogs appreciate the comfortable and secure play area, but you’ll also reap the benefits of reduced maintenance and a picturesque landscape that enhances your outdoor living space. Plus, it’s built to withstand the wear and tear of energetic dogs. For an optimal experience, choose premium, pet-safe artificial turf for your backyard with dogs and maintain it regularly, just like what we install for our dog-loving customers.

Dog-Friendly Turf Yard Uses

Dog Play Area

Setup a few dog “amusement” attractions and let your dog have fun! Add a slide, some toys, or whatever else makes your dog happy!

Dog Litter Pad

A minimum-maintenance solution, backyard turf for your dogs to poop and pee is hygienic and easy to clean up.

Training Area

Need a designated “dog training” area. Artificial turf is comfortable for both trainer and trainee.

Dog-Friendly Turf Yard Benefits

Create a pet-friendly oasis with dog-friendly turf for yard with dogs, offering increased cleanliness, safety, and a soft, comfortable surface!

  • Increased Dog Cleanliness: Traditional natural grass can easily become messy. Skip the mud with a dog-friendly turf yard.
  • Enhanced Safety from Insects and Unwanted Objects: Natural grass attracts insects and pests that can endanger your dog’s health. Try backyard turf for your dogs.
  • Provides Softness for Your Dog: Dog-friendly turf provides a soft and comfortable surface for dogs to walk, run, and play, which is particularly beneficial for older dogs or those with mobility issues.
  • Keeps Your Dog’s Health in Check: Dog-friendly turf offers a comfortable alternative to natural dirt and cold ground, especially in colder months.
dog by turf for backyard with dogs

A Four-Step Process

1

Excavate and Install Perimeter


The first step is to prepare the area where the dog-friendly turf will be installed. The existing turf or ground cover is removed to create a clean, even surface. Workers will use shovels, rakes, or machinery to excavate the area to the desired depth.

2

Add crushed stone (gravel)


After excavation, a layer of crushed stone or aggregate is spread over the prepared ground. This crushed stone layer serves as a solid base for the dog-friendly turf. It helps with drainage, prevents water buildup, and offers stability to the surface.

3

Add a stabilization fabric


A stabilization fabric, also known as a weed barrier, is laid over the layer of crushed stone. This fabric prevents weed growth from below while still allowing water to drain through. It also helps to keep the base materials separate from the surface turf layer.

4

Add surface material (dog-friendly turf)


After laying the crushed stone and stabilization fabric, the dog-friendly turf is rolled out and positioned carefully. It’s trimmed to fit the area perfectly, ensuring proper alignment with the perimeter for a neat appearance.

close up of dog friendly turf for yard
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Get a Free Quote

Ready to get started? Just give us a few details about your project, and we’ll provide a free, no-obligation estimate!

Where We Install Our Dog-Friendly Turf Yards

Our service area covers the majority of the Mid-Atlantic USA. We install dog-friendly turf yards in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and beyond. Our dog turf yard services are available in rural and metropolitan areas, including greater New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and beyond.

Why Choose Pet Friendly Artificial Turf

Pet-friendly artificial grass isn’t just regular turf with a new name. It’s specially engineered for your four-legged family members, offering features that go far beyond aesthetics.

Unlike standard artificial grass, pet turf is designed to handle the unique challenges of pet ownership, including waste, wear, and safety concerns. 🐾 Key Features of Pet Turf:

  • Advanced drainage cores for fast, efficient removal of pet waste
  • Shorter pile heights for easier cleaning and maintenance
  • Non-toxic materials safe for pets who like to nibble or dig
  • UV-resistant fibers that won’t fade or degrade in the sun
  • Enhanced backing systems for long-lasting durability
  • Lead-free components for added safety

These specialized features explain why pet-friendly artificial turf typically costs more than standard installations. But the investment pays off with no more muddy paws, patchy grass, or endless weekend yard work.

Your pets enjoy a clean, consistent surface year-round, and you enjoy a low-maintenance lawn that looks great in every season.
It’s a win-win — and it’s why more families are choosing artificial turf designed specifically for dogs and pets.

They Look Amazing!

Recently Completed Dog & Pet Turf Installation

ALV UjXXIYAotePWsGyeXK4X6J4lDDyLgsqkQRWdI0uyGyRukSbskkP4oQ=w80 h80 pMaura HeilJay & Daniel did an amazing job on installing the artificial turf on my property. I am very pleased & impressed. I highly recommend their company! The pricing was more than I anticipated on paying and the wait list was a few weeks, however it was definitely worth it!! My porch area is finally completed!Read moreACg8ocKMPmqFSkCC9BscMIbWZI1TtKu72hZYYuzUmdoOk6rNHWtD2w=w80 h80 pBrian ParrWe are a church with a preschool in Hummelstown and have very little green space. We have a play area and prayer garden in our courtyard which is surrounded by our worship and educational buildings. It has been difficult to grow grass and the courtyard was basically a dirt and muddy mess. Because of the limited access, solutions were difficult. Then our preschool director encountered Site Prep salesman Jay F. at the Farm Show. Jay offered an artificial turf solution and worked with us through several adjustments to develop a proposal and the results are amazing! Installation Foreman Jay E. and Jay F. led a team of skilled workers with impressive work ethic that totally transformed our courtyard in 4 days! They cleared the space, resolved drainage issues and provided the gold standard small stone foundation and then installed a high quality turf product. Jay and Jay and their team were amazingly easy to work with and this project was a very enjoyable experience. I highly recommend Site Prep and feel blessed to have met and worked with this amazing team!Read moreACg8ocIY87FQ9AEcWowY36QSZkKDxe3GZfULE X5HWvwTavD4yn9FQ=w80 h80 pBenjamin MacLuckieJay and Daniel were excellent. Clear communication and a great final product. We love our turf!Read moreACg8ocIf6xssR06ot879emaYJ88o9hy3vcOM TvSvbrogQ2Ou9IT8g=w80 h80 pMel VicinoJay and Dan did an amazing job adding in turf around our pool! It looks perfect. Would highly recommend.Read moreALV UjW5eU uP2Uu6Pot5YahxBJ6BCr1BVbAxp3l1C5aNs9LkuaThLg=w80 h80 pmargeI had artificial turf installed in my backyard. The quality of the turf is excellent. Great care and workmanship was put into the job. I was very impressed and pleased with the professionalism and excellent customer service. Highly recommend.!Read moreACg8ocIzzx6cEZqm5s hBx2aTuyDmuAVZNPw3fq3 1ZzQikeB6mbFA=w80 h80 pC FI contracted with Site Prep to install artificial turf in my yard and it was the most seamless improvement project experience I have ever had. From the preliminary stage of estimating the job, communicating price and scheduling with Liz up to the excellent prep and installation by Jay and Daniel, Site Prep exceeded my expectations in every way. Communication was clear and considerate, responding to all questions and notifying me of time of arrival to start the job. A special credit goes to Jay and Daniel who worked nonstop through days of extremely high temperatures in June to remove the original yard, level the ground and install the turf. My lot is narrow and not easily accessible but they made it work with attention to every detail. At the end of each day and without me asking, they took care to replace a fence panel which was the point of entry for the machinery so that my dogs could be safe and secure in the yard. The site was left clean each day and the finished job looks wonderful. I could not be more complimentary about this project and the work ethic of the employees of this very fine company. I highly recommend Site Prep for any of the services and plan to contract with them again next summer to repave my walkways. cfRead moreACg8ocKuwr6VpzIBZ7d6jwL8hxrvhSJDbhOZZ3VhmecYU9H4BRW Qw=w80 h80 pJimmy JeeJay and team did an amazing job installing a turf and gravel pad. He explained the process and expectations from the start and kept me in the loop as they got to work. The team worked fast and the end results exceeded my expectations. Look forward to future project with Jay and SP.Read moreACg8ocLC90PqXAa3w7ejkwHp3a3J3mw 6Wkpp 1qXaS6C 5ois9 IQ=w80 h80 pJohn SkocikWe had some turf installed by our pool, looking forward to many years of maintenance free grass! Jay and Stephen did a fabulous job, looks excellent and completed timely. They worked neat, precise cuts and quality skilled work completed. The entire process including Liz doing the measurements and quote to the final day of install was easy and professional. This is the second job Site Prep completed for us, both positive experiences... would use them again!Read moreACg8ocK3iFjTJI5QwujJosyTUL1OeWAhi4XsvAQ6eSPwfWP41aHFEQ=w80 h80 pRichard Gill JrI want to thank the Site Prep team for their excellent work, Ben and Steven, worked hard from the beginning and were very friendly. It takes a lot of skill to prepare the site and lay the artificial turf properly, as I learned from watching them. Getting artificial turf installed by Site Prep is easily the best decision I have made for my yard. I would recommend them to others for the quality of work and price.Read moreALV UjV4BJIVVSHislvW6VWT nsE1PM6mP gdSSMDaxkPuf36p02ocLQ=w80 h80 pDaniel AndersonOur backyard mud pit has been transformed. Our dogs love running and playing on the new turf. I could not keep grass in the yard with the dogs. The install team (Jay, Ben, and James) did a terrific job.They had a lot of rain to put up with, but worked through the project well. We are very pleased.Read moreALV UjWL0QqY8VHuty91lltFDvOyYuazKooBNNXyeFgAhoEqu g2pxf =w80 h80 pSimon FoxBen, Dave, and AJ are great communicators and good workers. I was absolutely mind blown by how quick they were able to build a 30 by 8 foundation with turf. I highly recommend hiring them.Read moreACg8ocLBRg5e2AugNnoJxibKBMw9ddZYgl3vEi0usOvjMB7elIVZJQ=w80 h80 pYesh Stephenson10 stars! Highly recommend. We had Site Prep install a clean, cozy, dedicated, healthy, protected, safe, and secure space for our Golden Retriever puppy (Aspen) to ensure her comfort in any weather: Dog Play Area Turf Yard. Turf areas provide several benefits for pets: reduced exposure to harmful chemicals, allergens, and parasites found in natural grass. Promotes better hygiene and cleanliness by preventing mud, dirt, and pests from getting into the house. Enhances physical activity and mental stimulation of pets by providing a safe space for them to play and exercise … just to name a few of the advantages. The crew is a powerhouse of talent! Not only do they have great work ethic, are polite, courteous, detail-oriented, focused, *hardworking*, and meticulous … Site Prep is undeniably committed to excellence. Start to finish during the entire process, working with Site Prep was an outstanding experience. From visiting our home to review the work, continued communications throughout the job, preparing the area, excavating and installing the perimeter, adding the stabilization fabric and crushed stone/gravel, to adding the material and final turf product. Amazing on every level. I repeat: 10 stars! Highly recommend. Ben, Dave, Sam, AJ, Alex, Richie, Ed, Tim: thank you for an outstanding job and for a pawsitively amazing dog play area for our Golden girl Aspen!Read more

FAQs

The cost of a dog turf yard depends primarily on its size, but access, slope, and other factors also play a role in determining final price. Request a free quote to get specific pricing for your dog turf yard project.

Yes, turf is a good idea for dogs. It offers a number of benefits such as increased cleanliness, enhanced safety from insects and unwanted objects, extra softness and comfort for your dog, and it helps keep your dog’s health in check.

We recommend having a solid base layer, some sort of drainage system, and a geotextile fabric to ensure the longevity, safety, and ease of maintenance of your turf yard. That’s why we include a crushed stone base layer and a weed barrier fabric in our artificial turf yard for dogs.

The size of your turf yard will depend on your dog’s breed and size, the yard’s intended use, and your personal preference. For an average-sized dog, you’ll want it to be a minimum of 200 to 400 square feet. However, you’ll probably want more room for an exercise area.

Artificial grass can be difficult to maintain, retain heat, and dispose of. While it requires less maintenance than natural grass, cleaning up debris or pet waste is important. In addition, it retains heat, which can make it too hot to touch in warm months. Finally, because turf yards are artificial, they are potentially harmful to the environment if not properly disposed of.