Why not use plastic shopping bags to dispose of dog waste?
Plastic shopping bags are generally far bigger than needed for the job, they can be reused for other purposes, and many supermarkets will recycle clean, dry bags for their customers. Using smaller, non-recyclable bags is the greener way to go. Green note: Composting or burying pet waste is gaining popularity as an eco-safe alternative, but this may not be an appropriate choice in urbanized regions like Union County. If you are considering these options, first check with your municipal health officer or buildings department, and follow their guidance carefully to avoid contaminating waterways or vegetable gardens. Special “doggy loo” composters are available online and at major pet stores. To see details from the U.S. EPA on burying pet waste, click here: www.epa.gov/safewater/sourcewater/pubs/fs_swpp_petwaste.pdf. [Note: this link will navigate you out of the UCNJ web site].
