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Dog Waste Removal in Upper Township, New Jersey

Upper Township's 10 villages spread over 68.7 square miles, from Tuckahoe and Petersburg on the mainland to the beach village of Strathmere, where dogs stay off the sand from March 15 through Sept. 30. Section 8-5.6 of the township code requires owners to pick up after their dogs immediately.

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Dog waste removal in Upper Township

Upper Township, from a dog owner's point of view.

Upper Township sits at the northern end of Cape May County, and the township's history page calls it principally rural. The Census Bureau estimated 12,406 residents in July 2024. Before the Revolution, Petersburg was called Littleworth and Tuckahoe was Williamsburg, and the township notes that Tuckahoe is the only Indian place name left in the county.

On the mainland, the township warns that long or heavy rain can flood streets and yards, and in 2009 high groundwater overtopped stormwater basins in Seaville. Township code also sets yard rules: a tethered dog needs a tangle-free line of at least 15 feet and access to a dog house, no dog may be tethered after dark, and dogs that are not spayed or neutered may not be tethered at all. The coyote tips on the township's Animal Control page urge owners to bring small pets in at night and keep lawns mowed.

In summer, lifeguards cover parts of Strathmere's 1.3 miles of natural beach and the beach at Beesley's Point Park. Township beaches were free in 2026, and an ordinance adopted Aug. 24, 2026 created beach tags for visitors 16 and older, now on sale for the 2027 season.

Sections of Upper Township

  • Beesleys Point
  • Marmora
  • Palermo
  • Seaville
  • Tuckahoe
  • Greenfield
  • Marshallville
  • Steelmantown
  • Petersburg
  • Strathmere

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Out and about

Where Upper Township dogs play.

Parks, trails and dog runs in and around town, from the town's and county's own pages.

  • Upper Township Dog Park

    1700 Mt. Pleasant-Tuckahoe Road, Upper Township, NJ

    The township dog park has two fenced areas entered through double-gated vestibules. Passes run Jan. 1 through Dec. 31 and cost $30 a year ($2.50 for each remaining month when bought mid-year) or $10 a week. Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated and registered with the township, each handler may bring two dogs at most, and waste must be picked up immediately.

  • Strathmere beach

    Strathmere has 1.3 miles of natural beach. Under the township code, dogs may go on the beach from Oct. 1 through March 14 on a leash of 6 feet or less, and are banned from March 15 through Sept. 30.

  • Strathmere Natural Area

    A state natural area of 78 to 98 acres in Corson's Inlet State Park, where endangered piping plovers, least terns and black skimmers nest in undisturbed dunes. The state bars dogs there from April 1 through Sept. 15. At other times keep them on a leash no longer than 6 feet and clean up after them.

Good neighbors

Upper Township's pick-up rules.

  • Pooper scooper rule (section 8-5.6)

    Since 1987, township code has made it unlawful to let a dog relieve itself on public property, or on private property that is not the owner's or custodian's, unless the waste is removed immediately and placed in a closed container or covered trash receptacle. The township's stormwater page adds: put pet waste in the trash or toilet.

  • Fines and citations (sections 8-6.4 and 8-7)

    Ordinance 013-2024, adopted Sept. 9, 2024, set minimum fines under the animal control chapter at $100 for a first offense in 12 months, $150 for a second and $200 for a third or later one. The New Jersey State Police, the township code enforcement officer or any other person who witnesses a violation may issue a Notice of Violation citation.

  • Beach season (section 8-5.4b)

    No dogs on township beaches from March 15 through Sept. 30. From Oct. 1 through March 14 they may go on the beach on a leash of 6 feet or less.

  • Parks and public facilities (section 8-5.4a)

    Dogs, leashed or not, are kept out of township parks, playgrounds, recreation areas and public buildings, except areas the Township Committee sets aside by resolution, with signs, for leashed dogs, and the dog park.

Why it matters here

Strathmere's 1.3 miles of beachfront face the Atlantic Ocean and Corson's Inlet, and the township's hazard plan lists a stormwater pump and an outfall pipe at Seacliff Avenue on Strathmere Bay. On the mainland, tidal flooding sometimes reaches Cedar Swamp Creek and the Tuckahoe River. The township's stormwater page explains that runoff from lawns and streets flows through gutters, catch basins, pipes and ditches, usually untreated, into local waters, picking up pet droppings on the way, and that the coliform bacteria in animal waste can close swimming beaches.

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A little local history

Upper Township, then and now.

  1. 1723

    Upper Township was formed as a precinct on April 2, 1723, when Cape May County was divided into Upper, Middle and Lower townships.

  2. 1798

    The Township Act of Feb. 21, 1798 incorporated New Jersey's original townships, and Upper Township was one of them.

  3. 1884

    Part of the township was taken to form the borough of Ocean City, as part had been taken in 1827 to form Dennis Township.

  4. 1912

    The beach community of Corson's Inlet, bought from Sea Isle City in 1905 for $31,500, was renamed Strathmere.

  5. 2009

    A November 2009 nor'easter caused flooding throughout the township, and most roads in and into Strathmere were impassable with more than four feet of water.

Local favorites

Upper Township's pet businesses.

Vets, groomers and shops that keep local dogs happy. We just handle the other end.

Around town

Things to do in Upper Township.

  • Beesley's Point Park

    At 10 Harbor Road, with a boat ramp (seasonal permit required), a seasonally guarded beach, a pavilion, a boardwalk and fixed pier, and the trailhead of the 1.5-mile Great Egg Harbor multi-use path.

  • Amanda's Field

    A township park at 10 Sunset Drive in Petersburg with a 1.3-mile bicycle and jogging path, a playground, a skate park, a hockey rink and soccer fields.

  • Caldwell Park

    At 1060 Stagecoach Road in Palermo, with the Ft. Nuwi Playground, a football field, two baseball fields and four tennis courts.

  • Strathmere boat ramps

    Boat ramps on Taylor Avenue and Bayview Avenue need no permit, and Bayview Avenue also has a kayak launch.

Services in Upper Township

What we do in Upper Township.

Every service we offer is available in Upper Township. Not sure which you need? Get a quick quote and Doug will help.

Reviews

What New Jersey dog families say.

  • Carlos S.

    “Great company! Efficient, on time, and great service. I really like that they send a picture of my gate closed each time, I’ve had other services leave it open and my dogs got out! So it’s a simple way to add peace of mind that I appreciate.”

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    Devon O.

    “Efficient service. Poop no more”

  • Stefanie

    “As a first time client, I was very impressed with how smooth and quick the process was from requesting a quote to having the first visit done. The communication was excellent along with sending me a photo showing my gate being properly latched when leaving my property. I received the invoice following the visit and even that was a very easy process with payment and being able to tip the individual who completed the service. I highly recommend Dog Waste Management Pros to all of my fellow dog parents!!”

  • Lori D.

    “They were prompt, fast, and very efficient. Since we’re an older couple with 3 dogs, I’m So glad I found this company. I would highly recommend!”

    Lena L.

    “Super easy to sch. Love the service!!”

  • Lorraine O.

    “The guys showed up on time when they said they would so grateful did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend this team and service polite efficient and professional could not ask for more i will definitely be a long term client!!”

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    “The best compan ever. Does a great job. They are nice people”

    Pat V.

    “My experience with Dog Waste Pros was excellent! They were prompt and thorough. The Pro was friendly and loved my pooch! I definitely recommend!”

  • Jennifer B.

    “Quick and easy! I filled out a form on Facebook and quickly received a text and received a quote shortly after. They were able to schedule my yard for later the same day. Great service and great communication - they sent a picture of the locked gate at the end of service for peace of mind and the invoice was prompt and easy to pay from my phone.”

  • victoria c.

    “Set up my intial service yesterday and was here 9am the next day! Quick! Extremely friendly and did a wonderful job!! Lifesavers!! Highly recommend!”

    Chryl L.

    “Awesome job, really quick”

  • Kerry B.

    “I had my second visit today, and so far, I’m very pleased with this business. They’re hard workers and professional. They arrive with everything they need, and leave nothing behind when they’re gone. They stay very organized with reminders and immediate invoices, and have been prompt and courteous. Give them a shot!”

  • Jason A.

    “Efficient, and affordable, did a great job arrived on time would highly recommend 👍”

    Alicia B.

    “They were affordable and professional! They showed up on time and got the job done thoroughly and quickly. I'd highly recommend to anyone with a dog!”

  • Terri

    “These guys are the absolute best! They do a great job. We have two large dogs and need help keeping up with their mess. These guys show up on time, let you know when they are coming, and when they have finished. The yard is cleaned perfectly. Can't live without them. Five stars!”

  • Nicole H.

    “I recently used Dog Waste Management Pros for my backyard and was highly impressed. The team was punctual and extremely thorough. I strongly recommend them for reliable, professional service.”

    Carey H.

    “Great job! Much needed service. Thank you so much”

  • Diana G.

    “Thank goodness for Dog Waste Management Pros! It has been quite the juggling act between arctic temps, post-op restrictions & two gentle giants staying with me for the month. Once that snow started to melt it became obvious that I needed to call for help. The crew did an amazing job & I could not be more happy. Networking with local small businesses is always important to me, but man, what a win when they turn out to be stellar at the service they provide! Four paws & Five stars! 🐾🐾 + ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

  • Kevin M.

    “Great experience for my first weekly pick up, took his tome to make sure everything was picked up , called before they got there and even took a picture of the gate door closed when finished id highly recommend them to everyone”

  • Melanie B.

    “Great communication, personable and did an awesome job! Will use again!”

    Matthew P.

    “Very easy to work with, they were quick, polite, and professional. Will definitely be continuing their service for the near future couldn’t be any happier with the service.”

  • Diana G.

    “Owning a dog sitting company + having post-op restrictions don’t mix very well. Now let’s pair that with some snow, ice & two Rottweiler guests for the last few weeks- my backyard felt like booby trap. ❄️ 🌨️ 💩 ⚠️ Thankfully Doug and the crew from Dog Waste Management came to the rescue! My yard is back to being safe to walk around in again (haha) & the gentle giants can resume ball play as normal. Will definitely be reaching out in the future and referring DWM to everyone!”

  • Gabriella O.

    “Great service, helps keep my yard very clean! They send a message to show my gate is locked after they leave every time for peace of mind and keeping my kids and dogs safe! Appreciate this service!”

    robyn p.

    “Fantastic service!!! Reasonable prices great communication. Highly recommend.”

  • Kimberly D.

    “This is really a great business. I really don’t have that much time to clean up after my 4 dogs. The woman who came to clean up was so very nice. She texted me when she was arriving and texted me when she was finished. I highly recommend them.”

  • Jennifer B.

    “My yard looks great!! I can walk around without fear of landing on a poop bomb. Highly recommend especially for those working a ton!”

    David C.

    “I was impressed with their responsiveness, attention to detail, and super friendly team. Look forward to their continued service.”

  • Jessica E.

    “Dog Waste Management Pros employees are excellent! The staff keeps the customer informed with exceptional communication before, during, and after the cleanup. Very punctual and precise! Thank you for doing what us pet owners don’t want to do!”

  • Dolores M.

    “So thorough and professional! So glad I chose them! Highly recommend and they’re prices beat every one else”

    William H.

    “Always on time, always professional, and does such an excellent job! Would recommend always and everyone is so accommodating.”

  • Jared S.

    “Reliable, thorough, and worth every penny! I can’t recommend Dog Waste Management Pros enough! They are always on time, incredibly thorough, and leave my yard spotless. It’s such a relief to have a clean yard for my dogs to run around in without having to worry about the mess. Great communication and friendly service. 5 stars all the way!"”

  • Alisa E.

    “Anthony was So nice to my dogs he spent some time with them and they loved him! And he did a great job!”

    Brandon B.

    “Very professional, on time and absolutely did an amazing job! I’m satisfied and will be using again.”

  • Stephanie L.

    “Doug and the rest of the crew were awesome. I made 1 call and they actually answered. The gave me a price (very reasonable) and were out to take care of my property in a few days. They did an excellent job and were very friendly. I highly recommend!”

  • Adam B.

    “Gave my dogs treats. Great communication. Punctual. Very reasonable. And did a thorough cleaning!”

    Rana S.

    “I highly recommend, Dog Waste Management! My only regret is not finding them sooner!”

  • Robin A.

    “We had our first clean up with Dog Waste Management Pros and it was the easiest process from the online quote, to scheduling, paying, and the first visit. They did a great job and even sent me a picture that my gate was closed when they were done. I love that I can setup Auto pay online and don't have to worry about scheduling and paying. Can't wait to continue using their services.”

  • Tracey L.

    “Very professional, friendly and great communicators.”

    Angelina R.

    “Great communication, Great Service !!”

  • Samantha W.

    “They did an amazing job cleaning our yard. We have three dogs and it definitely builds up if we don’t stay on top of it. They were easy to contact, we were able to schedule within a week, and communicated what time they would be here day of as well as when they were done. Highly recommend!”

Frequently asked

Upper Township questions, answered.

What is Upper Township's pooper scooper law?

Section 8-5.6 of the township code requires a dog's owner or custodian to remove its waste immediately from any property that is not theirs. It must go in a closed container or covered trash receptacle, and since September 2024 fines start at $100.

When can dogs go on the beach in Strathmere?

Dogs may use Upper Township beaches, including Strathmere's, from Oct. 1 through March 14 on a leash of 6 feet or less. They are banned from March 15 through Sept. 30, and the state's Strathmere Natural Area is closed to dogs from April 1 through Sept. 15.

Is there a dog park in Upper Township?

Yes, the township has a fenced, pass-controlled dog park, listed on its pass application at 1700 Mt. Pleasant-Tuckahoe Road. Passes cost $30 a year or $10 a week, and handlers must pick up waste immediately.

Can I walk my dog in Upper Township parks?

Usually not, because section 8-5.4 keeps dogs out of township parks, playgrounds, recreation areas and public buildings. The exceptions are areas the Township Committee sets aside by resolution for leashed dogs, and the dog park.

Why does dog waste matter for Upper Township's waters?

Stormwater here flows through gutters, catch basins, pipes and ditches, usually untreated, into local waterways. The township warns that the coliform bacteria in animal waste can force beach closings when it washes into swimming waters.

What areas do you serve?

We're based in Egg Harbor Township and serve Atlantic County and nearby Cape May County towns, including Somers Point, Linwood, Ocean City, Upper Township, Sea Isle City and Cape May Court House. Get a quick quote with your ZIP code to check your street.

Do you scoop in the winter?

Yes. Our crew works through the shore's winter weather too.

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