Artificial Turf
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Mar 17, 2026

Pet Turf Sacramento: The Complete Guide for Dog Owners in 2026

by 
Total Turf Inc.
Pet friendly artificial turf installation Sacramento Total Turf dog owners

The Problem with Natural Grass and Dogs

Natural grass and energetic dogs don't coexist well in Sacramento — especially through hot summers and wet winters. The result is a cycle of bare patches, mud, odor, and constant reseeding. Pet turf solves this cycle permanently.

At Total Turf, pet turf installations account for a significant portion of our Sacramento area work — and the transformation is always dramatic.

What Makes Pet Turf Different

Drainage: Pet turf systems use AirDrain or similar perforated underlayment that evacuates liquids far faster than natural grass — no pooling, no odor buildup.

Antimicrobial Infill: We use infill with antimicrobial treatment that neutralizes odor at the source.

Durability: Pet-specific backing withstands digging, running, and heavy traffic far better than standard residential turf.

Sacramento Heat Considerations

On days above 100°F, turf surfaces get warm. A quick hose rinse cools the surface fast. Our drainage systems allow rapid rinsing without waterlogging.

Maintenance Reality

Rinse weekly or biweekly, brush fibers a few times per year, occasional enzyme treatment if needed. No mowing, no reseeding, no mud. The most common thing we hear after a pet turf installation: "I wish I had done this years ago."

Call 916-671-0070 for a free pet turf estimate anywhere in the Sacramento area.