A slobbering advice column written by a dog for eco-minded dogs and their owners.
Dear Lola,
Finally, its summer again! It’s time to hike, run, and play with Buster at the park or on the trail. Are their any eco-friendly options out there to pick up that squishy stuff?
Sincerely,
Considerate Dogwalker
Dear Considerate Dogwalker,
First, let me give you a big paw on the back for picking up after Buster. Like many dogs, a walk to the park, around the neighborhood and on the trail makes my day, but sometimes nature calls (no, not the howling of the wild). Whether it’s in the brushes, on the sidewalk, near a hydrant (a dogs version of the port-a-potty), or on a neighbor’s lawn it is important to do the right thing and pick up. No one likes the reminder of what your dog ate for dinner last night. Not to mention, it’s a dog owner no-no to leave piles behind, so beware you can be charged a heavy fine for not picking up. So be courteous of those joggers, law-abiding dog walking citizens, neighbors, and speed walkers out there because no one likes to step in dog poo.
I know many people opt to use an empty grocery bag, just please keep in mind these take 100’s of years to break down—possibly clogging the throats of poor innocent earthworms and dung beetles. Luckily, there are eco-friendly alternatives out there. The two I recommend and use are Skooperbox & Spike Brand Business Bags. Trust me, the earthworms and dung beetles will thank you for it.
The Skooperbox is made from 100 percent recycled paper, hooks conveniently onto your leash, just scoop and toss. So say good-bye to that squishy feeling, and hello to no more grabbing because with the handy scooper your hand never has to touch that mess again. Best of all it is 100 percent biodegradable and breaks down in thirty days.
Spike Brand Business Bags are made from corn, are strong, compostable and biodegrade without a trace in forty-five days.
So go ahead, enjoy the walk! Now every business trip you make with Buster can help make for a cleaner planet and a cleaner conscience.
Barkingly yours,
Lola the eco-dog
If you have a question or need advice from Lola the eco-dog on ways you and your dog can go green click on her name to be directed to her studio where you can send her a message.
