When it comes to the uncomfortable topic of choosing dog waste bags, many people will reuse old plastic grocery or produce bags, or even newspaper bags. They’re easy to store on your walk; just scrunch them up into a little ball and stuff ‘em into your jacket pocket, right? You may have good intentions. After all, the bags are being reused before getting tossed out and sent to the landfill. Some people even search out biodegradable bags, which seem to do the trick and also ease the conscience.
But what you may not know is the terms “biodegradable” or “compostable” that some corporations use are marketing terms with no real, legal definition. And that means the bag could be sitting in a landfill for nearly as long as a grocery bag. Either way, cleaning up after your pet does help keep a community clean. Here are our recommendations for best dog waste bags.
Stress-free
The package comes with 8 rolls and a total of 270 premium bags, which come with a 100 percent leak-proof guarantee. Each bag comes with more than enough capacity for larger dogs. Recycled materials are used in both packaging and roll cores. Simple to open and tie securely, these odor-blocking unscented bags make for a stress-free walk. This Canadian company also works closely with animal shelters and rescues across North America, so you’re not just helping the environment, you’re helping your canine friends.
High volume
This product simplifies the pre-walk routine. What arrives in your delivery is the dispenser, 60 rolls (which adds up to 900 bags total), and the leash clip. On the walk, you’ll have a black plastic dispenser containing a roll of 15 bags that clips easily onto your leash, which is especially great if you have more than one furry friend or you’re a dog walker. A round opening on the side of the dispenser allows for pinching and pulling of the bag and separates effortlessly from the next. Arrows are printed on each bag for added convenience, to show which direction to pull.
Careful construction
This 100 percent leak-proof bag is not only extra thick, but is biodegradable. Great for all dog sizes, this package comes with 36 rolls of 15 bags, for a total of 540 bags to keep you supplied for up to 7 months. The 13-by-9 inch bags come in a roll that fits standard-sized leash dispensers. Recycled materials are used in both packaging and roll cores.
Fun packaging
These unscented waste bags contain EPI technology, which is a chemical additive that speeds up the degradation process. After being broken down by heat, oxygen, sunlight, and mechanical processes, the bag crumbles into tiny bits of plastic. The rolls have no core, which cuts down on needless waste. The bags are blue and BPA free.
Odor free
These bag refills come in assorted colors. But more importantly, they are two times as thick as standard grocery bags and feature activated baking soda to eliminate odors. So they are perfect for those long walks or extended hikes with your best friend. The bags have a fresh scent and fit standard dispensers.
Zac Jones is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. Zac is a former broadcast journalist, TV actor, voiceover artist, and executive producer. As a baseball aficionado, he enjoys rooting for Florida’s Tampa Bay Rays.
