Yes, we come to Central County.
Clayton, Ladue, University City, Richmond Heights, Maplewood, Brentwood — these are some of the most walkable, dog-dense neighborhoods in all of St. Louis. Tight yards, fenced patios, townhomes with small runs, mature-tree lawns where nothing stays dry for long. This is our kind of territory.
Tidy Tails is a local St. Louis pooper scooper service — not a national franchise, not a call center. When you text us, you're texting Jamie directly. We serve the central county belt with weekly and biweekly dog waste pickup starting at $70/month flat — no contracts, no per-visit fees, no surprises.
We currently serve multiple neighborhoods in the Clayton–Ladue–U-City corridor. Most new customers get their first service within 3–5 days of signing up.
Where We Serve in Central County
Here's a breakdown of the cities and zip codes we cover in Central St. Louis County:
Clayton
63105County seat with a strong dog owner community. Walk-up townhomes, established neighborhoods, and smaller fenced yards — we're fast, thorough, and text you when done.
Ladue
63124Large residential lots, multiple-dog households, and some of the most well-maintained yards in the metro. Consistent weekly service keeps those yards spotless year-round.
University City
63130, 63132Diverse, dense neighborhoods with lots of pet owners. U-City's mix of single-family homes and urban-ish lots makes regular cleanup especially satisfying. We know the area well.
Richmond Heights
63117Tight neighborhood layout, lots of dog-walking culture. Smaller yards = faster stops. We price the same regardless of yard size — so compact yards are a great deal for you.
Maplewood
63143One of the most dog-friendly neighborhoods in St. Louis. Lots of fenced backyards, lots of dog parents, and a community vibe that actually supports local businesses. We love it here.
Brentwood
63144Suburban feel with walkable access — the backyard matters here. Weekly service keeps things clean for the kids and dogs. We're already in the area and can get you on the route fast.
We also serve Olivette (63132), Shrewsbury (63119), Overland (63114), and adjacent neighborhoods. If you're not sure we cover your area, just text us — if we don't, we'll tell you straight.
Why Central County Doesn't Always Have Great Options
Here's the honest truth: national pet waste franchises tend to build routes around the suburbs — Chesterfield, Ballwin, and Wildwood to the west; Florissant and Hazelwood to the north. The dense inner-ring of Clayton, Maplewood, and Richmond Heights? They often fall through the cracks. Not enough big yards to make the math work for a corporate route optimizer.
That's where a local operator wins. We don't need 40 customers in a single zip code to justify driving there. We're already in the area, we know the neighborhoods, and we can handle the mix of smaller urban backyards and larger Ladue estates on the same day without blinking.
The same $70/month applies whether you have a 1,500 sq ft fenced backyard in Richmond Heights or a half-acre lot in Ladue. We price by dog count, not yard size. Compact urban yards are often our fastest stops of the day.
How the Service Actually Works
No mystery, no drama. Here's exactly what you get:
You text us (or we text you first)
Tell us your address, how many dogs, and how often you want us out. We'll confirm a recurring day within 24 hours. No phone calls required unless you want one.
We text before every visit
"On our way — about 30 minutes out." You'll always know we're coming. No surprise visits, no wondering if we showed up. You can plan around it if needed.
We clean the whole yard
Every corner, along the fence line, under the deck edges. We don't do a quick scan of the obvious spots — we do the whole thing. Then we bag it and take it with us.
All done text + confirmation
You get an "all done" text when we're finished. You know the job was done even if you weren't home. Some customers have told us it's their favorite part of the week.
Consistent, same-day-every-week schedule
Same day each week so your yard is on a predictable rotation. No wondering when we'll show up. Easy for you to plan around — gate unlocked, dogs inside, you're good.
Pricing for Central County
We keep pricing simple. One flat monthly rate based on how many dogs you have. No tiered subscriptions, no seasonal surcharges, no per-visit math.
| Dogs | Weekly Service | Biweekly Service | One-Time Cleanup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 dogs | $70/month | $45/month | $55–$80 |
| 3 dogs | $80/month | $55/month | $75–$100 |
| 4+ dogs | $90/month | $65/month | $90–$120 |
No contracts. No setup fees. Month-to-month billing. If your situation changes — move, get another dog, need to pause — just text us. We'll figure it out.
Weekly service for one or two dogs comes out to about $2.30/day. Less than a coffee, less than a quick gas station stop. And your yard is clean every single week without you touching a bag. That's the trade.
Tidy Tails vs. Your Other Options
| Feature | Tidy Tails | National Franchise | DIY | Craigslist / App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serves Central County | ✓ Yes | ⚠ Spotty | ✓ | ⚠ Unreliable |
| Flat monthly rate | ✓ $70/mo | ✗ Per-visit | Your time | ✗ Per-visit |
| No contracts | ✓ | ✗ Annual plans | ✓ | ✓ |
| Text before every visit | ✓ Always | ✗ No | N/A | ✗ Rarely |
| "All done" confirmation | ✓ Every time | ✗ No | N/A | ✗ Rarely |
| Local, not a call center | ✓ Jamie answers | ✗ 1-800 number | N/A | ⚠ Maybe |
| Verified 5-star reviews | ✓ 5.0★ | ✓ (national brand) | N/A | ✗ Often none |
What Central County Customers Say
"I've tried two other services in the Clayton area and both eventually stopped showing up consistently. Jamie has been on schedule every single week. The 'on my way' text is a small thing that matters way more than I expected."
— Dog owner, Clayton, MO"We have a small fenced backyard in Maplewood and two medium-sized dogs. Every service I found was either a franchise that wouldn't come to our street or some random person on an app who flaked. Tidy Tails just shows up. Every week."
— Dog owner, Maplewood, MOThe Central County Yard Reality
Central County isn't West County. Yards here are smaller, more varied, more urban. A fenced backyard in Richmond Heights might be 800 square feet. A Ladue estate might be a full half-acre. And everything in between — townhome patios in Clayton, tightly fenced cottage lots in Maplewood, that perfect middle-of-the-neighborhood bungalow in University City.
We work in all of them. And we don't upcharge based on yard size. The pricing table above is the pricing. No "our tech will assess your yard and generate a custom quote." You have 1-2 dogs and you want weekly service? It's $70 a month. Done.
A few things unique to Central County that we've learned:
- Gate access: A lot of Central County yards have alley gates or side-entry fences. Just let us know where to enter — we're used to creative access.
- Shared spaces: If you have a shared yard or patio situation (condos, duplexes), let's talk. We can work around it or offer commercial pricing for common areas.
- Dogs inside vs. outside: We ask that dogs be inside or in another area while we clean. It's safer and faster for everyone. Just tell us your setup when you sign up.
- Leaf-heavy seasons: Fall in U-City and Maplewood means serious leaf coverage. We always check under the layers. This is a bigger deal than people realize with wood-chip landscaping or dense tree coverage.
How to Get Started
Getting set up is about as simple as it sounds:
Text or call (314) 850-7140
Tell us your address, dog count, and how often you'd like service. That's all we need to start.
We'll confirm your day
We'll let you know which day works best for the route in your area. Usually within 24 hours.
First service within 3–5 days
We'll give you an "on our way" text before the first visit. From there, it's weekly — same day, same routine, until you tell us otherwise.
Ready to Stop Dealing With It Yourself?
Flat $70/month. No contracts. We text before every visit. Central County service is open right now.
📞 Call (314) 850-7140 💬 Text UsIs a Pooper Scooper Service Worth It in Central County?
Depends on who you are. Honest answer.
It's probably worth it if:
- You have a busy schedule and yard maintenance keeps falling to the bottom of the list
- You've got more than one dog — accumulation gets out of hand fast
- You have kids who use the backyard and stepping around is becoming a daily activity
- You'd rather spend 5 minutes/week on something other than poop bags
- You have someone who helps watch the house and a clean yard matters to you
It's probably not the right fit if:
- You enjoy yard time with your dog and handle it as part of that routine
- You have one very small dog and very little accumulation
- You're in a strict budget situation and $70/month isn't in the cards right now
We're not going to pressure anyone. But most customers who sign up don't cancel — not because we trap them (there's no contract), but because having it done every week turns out to be way more valuable than they expected when they signed up.