The golden rule is applicable here. We’ve all experienced errors that have left us hopping about on one foot at some point in our life, so it’s a big deal. Also, excrement stinks…especially when it’s permitted to enter rivers. In fact, dog excrement contributes to about 30% of contaminants and germs found in the nation’s water, thus avoiding the odor is a terrific way to be a good neighbor and environmental steward.