June 18, 2011. Paul Hixon
There is nothing worse than treading in the prized little gifts Fido has left behind and not only is it smelly and offensive and it is also a health hazard and an ecological disaster. Accountable pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet and nevertheless most do so, it is frequently with a regular plastic bag, and while this eliminates the mess from the ground it is doing more hurt than good, however just using something actually designed for the job, like dog poop bags, will change this.
Investing in and Dog Poop Bags is a naturally safe way for the removal of dog waste. These bags are intended to break down in a short time and the bag and its contents disperse naturally in to the soil. Regular plastic bags take a very long time to deteriorate and the contents of the bag remain solid and create destructive microbes, and this is finally released into the soil once the bag has degenerated, and can leach and spoil the water supply.
There are many brands and types of dog poop bags and certainly biodegradable poop bags, and shopping online can offer you a variety of shapes, sizes and colors and of course, if you buy in bulk you will more value for your money. Many of your regular grocery stores and pet stores sell dog poop bags and the small cost of using biodegradable bags weigh in much more when you consider the health, environmental and legal issues.
Most cities, parks and public areas that allow dogs have strict rules and regulations for cleaning up after your dog and failure to do so could result in hefty fines or even the banning of dogs from that area. For a few cents you can do your bit to help keep our parks clean and our pets happy.
Updated June 18, 2011. Published March 14, 2011. Paul Hixon
