Take the Healthy Pets. Healthy Water. Healthy Community Pledge.
When it rains, it drains—and stormwater isn’t treated. Every drop of rain picks up what’s on the ground, including pet waste, and sends it straight to storm drains, ditches, and eventually our creeks and rivers. That means every backyard, every ditch, every stormdrain matters. Just one gram of pet waste can carry over 20 million bacteria, plus viruses and parasites. Multiply that by the number of pets in Savannah, and you can see the problem. These waters aren’t just scenic—they’re where families fish, swim, and cool off in summer. They’re home to wildlife that depends on clean water to survive. Protecting them starts with us. Pick it up. Trash it. Every time. Everywhere. It’s a simple act that prevents pollution before it happens and keeps Savannah’s waterways safe for everyone.
Take the pledge to Pick it up. Trash it. Every time. Everywhere. and help keep Savannah’s waterways safe for everyone. You can make a difference and educate people about the importance of removing pet waste.
Your furry friend will be featured in the Pledge Photo Gallery. When you submit your pet’s photo with your pledge, you are automatically entered into a photo contest. Winner will be announced in October 2026.
