What makes pet turf different from standard artificial turf for dog areas?

Pet turf is engineered specifically for dogs, featuring a thatch layer that keeps paws elevated above the surface and allows liquids to drain rapidly. It also incorporates antimicrobial technology for a cleaner, better-smelling area, making it better suited to pet environments than standard synthetic turf.

How does pet turf handle heavy rainfall and drainage in a large installation like this?

Pet turf is designed with a perforated backing that allows water and liquid waste to drain through at rates significantly higher than natural grass or standard artificial turf. When installed over a properly graded aggregate base, even large installations like this 4,230 sq ft project drain efficiently without pooling or surface saturation.

Is pet turf safe for dogs of all sizes and breeds?

Pet turf suits dogs of all sizes and breeds. The blade structure holds up to large, energetic dogs in high-traffic areas, and the backing drains liquid straight through rather than holding it at the surface.

How much maintenance does a pet turf installation require?

Pet turf requires significantly less maintenance than natural grass. Routine care typically involves rinsing the surface with water to flush away waste, occasional brushing to keep the fibers upright, and periodic inspection of seams and borders. There is no mowing, fertilizing, or reseeding required.

How long does a pet turf installation typically last in a high-traffic dog park setting?

When properly installed and maintained, pet turf is built to last many years even in high-traffic dog park environments. The product is backed by manufacturer warranties and is designed to retain its performance characteristics and appearance through years of daily use by multiple animals.

Pet Turf Installation at The Monon Phase 3, 4,230 Sq Ft

Project Overview

The Monon Phase 3 project added 4,230 square feet of pet turf along one of Indianapolis’s most-used community trail corridors. Phase 3 is the third expansion of dedicated dog amenities along the trail, and the surface had to keep up with the volume of daily traffic these spaces see.

Our Approach

Base grading and aggregate compaction were the first hours, because pet turf’s drainage performance depends on what sits underneath. Every seam was secured and the perimeter finished to the standards a public-facing dog space demands. Our artificial grass for dogs spec for a trail-adjacent install like this leans into the thatch-layer drainage and antimicrobial properties that keep the surface functional across multiple dogs daily. This install joins our Pet turf dog park installations across Indiana.

Key Highlights

4,230 square feet is on the larger end for pet turf along a shared trail. The surface stays clean and comfortable for dogs of all sizes, and the drainage keeps rainfall and daily washdowns clearing fast. The Monon corridor gets a real community amenity that supports the growing off-leash usage patterns along the trail.