Hats off to whomever gave the bacon grease suggestion!
On a more serious note: I have found that a diet of food concentrated with lamb and rice significantly reduces quantity, frequency and provides a more 'workably firm' 'end' product. This worked best for me
http://www.nutroproducts.com/ncdry-lr.shtmlOn an even more serious note: Parasites common to dogs thrive in the digestive system. Eggs pass through the digestive system and will live in soil for extended periods of time. The 'hose' method may contribute to the sreading of parasitic critters and could lead to the spread of said critters. Doing so may place you, your family, and uninfected pets in line for a good ol' medically induced colon cleansing (i.e., de-worming).
In short: Reduce the frequency, size and improve 'consistancy' for minimized easier clean-up. Harvest it 'fresh', before the eggs and larvea migrate to the soil, and save the hose for washing the dog.
Good luck with the pets.
( The best dog I ever had is a Golden named 'Tasha'. She lived for 17 years and was fantastic. She's been buryed in the back yard for nearly six years and these last six have been better yet!!! TO YOU OLD GIRL
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