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Swoop In to Scoop the Poop

PetSugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 07:30:51 -0700

If you don't like handling poop - but don't hate it enough to buy a PooTrap - here's another way for you to be a hands-off, responsible dog owner. The Swoop Dog Poop Scooper ($20) and Swoop Mini Pooper Scooper ($18) lets a plastic mechanical hand do your dirty work. Fitting either their special biodegradable bags, or your ordinary grocery store variety, attach the sack on the bottom and it grabs and bags the waste keeping your hands completely clean.

Admittedly, I've never used this product but if you have tested and want to offer your praise for this - or for something else you love to use - join the PetSugar's Street Team to share all your favorites!

Bare Bones: Poop-See Scoop

PetSugar — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:20:45 -0700

You'll have to pardon the pretty ridiculous name on this product - maybe they weren't thinking when naming the Poop-See Scoop. But, it will prevent those lil mistakes by shining a beacon on your cat's business. If that's what you want.

On hooded or furniture-incorporated litter boxes, it can get pretty dark in there when digging for buried ~~treasure~~ poop so $15 and a couple batteries lights your way. No oopsies involved.

The PooTrap: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?

PetSugar — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:15:28 -0700

Now here's an interesting alternative to actually scooping the poop. Curious what this dog wears? Well, click away to decide if you're ready to get behind this device for your pet's behind.

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Found! Sarah Michelle Gellar's Skull Dispenser

PetSugar — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:00:03 -0700

Mama-to-be Sarah Michelle Gellar still takes rather good care of her first furkid, Tyson. Between trips to the vet and walks around town, no prepared lady would find herself without protection and this time, the pup helps carry his own business bags in a rockin' carrier.

The black dispenser with skulls ($6) makes a stylish addition, although she leaves the bonus roll off and simply uses the Velcro straps to attach it to his lead. Plus, with biodegradable bags included, she's lookin' out for the future, too.

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Two Bucks Reduces Clutter When Reusing Shopping Bags

PetSugar — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:15:04 -0700

Even though plastic bags were outlawed at San Francisco supermarkets and retail pharmacies back in November 2007, there are still stores that offer these bags –– or compostable alternatives – with takeout or other purchases. Since, I want to make the most of those bags I do take while out and about, I'm storing them in this pretty pink Rationell Variera dispenser ($2) from IKEA.

That way, when I'm not toting a leash with a Bags On Board or BonTon attached, I can stash one of these sacks in the drawer of his carseat or carrier pocket and eliminate clutter under my sink to continue Spring cleaning even when the season's over.

The Scoop: Entirely Self-Cleaning Toilet Invented For Dogs!

PetSugar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:00:10 -0700

Doesn't this man (and stuffed dog) look proud? Especially with the fake poopy prop as a demonstration of how this self-cleaning pooch potty works.

Today marks the opening day of the 36th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva, Switzerland, where more than 710 exhibitors from 45 countries come to present their innovative creations. This is Philippe Glimes (of Spain) who came up with the pretty genius – but I'm betting pricey – product . . . if it ever makes it to mass market, that is.

Learn how it works and see the toilet up close when you read more.

The continuous carpeting that represents grass – umm, astroturf – is automatically washed with a high-pressure hose (masked by that additional strand of green), and all the poo is washed down into the sewer. Hmm, that's an interesting alternative to scooping if they put this on every street corner instead – what do you think of it? Cool? Crazy? Something else . . .

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How Often Do You Clean the Litterbox?

PetSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:15:28 -0700

Whether you're a one-cat gal or a more felines, more fun type, I'm curious how often you change the kitties' box. For this poll, I don't mean how often you scoop the poop, but how frequently you replace all the litter. I've heard different answers from friends with the same number of cats, so now I want to hear it from you.

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The Scoop: How Dogs (and Wolves) Pick Potty Places

PetSugar — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:15:44 -0800

If you've got a male dog, I'm betting you notice his gravitation to certain spots to do his business – North has his favorite hydrant and lamp posts in our neighborhood. I knew about the reasoning behind marking, but a new study takes that one step further. It explains that dogs aren't just choosing the same spots, they pick prominent urban landscape features that "maximize visual impact and odor distribution."Not to get too graphic here, but this study is the first to examine the poop side, looking at fecal marking of wild wolves to see how choices can tell others about territory control, mating status, and more. If you're not to queasy from poop talk, read more.

Of the 101 "droppings" examined, 74.8 percent were in conspicuous spots showing that wolves chose places and plants of a certain height, diameter, and type, frequenting popular locations and multidirectional crossroads. Lisa Peterson, director of communications for the AKC weighed into Discovery News, adding:

That's probably why when little dogs urinate, they often lift their back leg up as high as possible – sometimes looking as though they're nearly falling over – because they're trying to pee as high as they possibly can.

So here's your homework: Next time you're out, pay attention to see if your pooches prefer to do no. 2 in the same spots on your daily walks and if they use a super-high leg lift for no.1!

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Leave No Stone, Make That "Potty Rock," Unturned

PetSugar — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:00:26 -0800

Snow keeps falling around much of the country, but here's a product that can prove useful whether your surroundings include snow, grass, or sand. Back when we talked about wintry bathroom breaks that some pets would prefer to avoid, I spotted this item mentioned in the comments (thanks, flyingroo).

Pups with problems deciding where to go, meet Potty Rock ($15). Since it's used for potty training, the stone has a special odor that makes dogs want to go. This means not only can you help fight urine spots and protect the lawn, you can also help a pet hone in on one spot by just clearing that area away and placing it there. Sounds like a win-win for your pets and your plants, too.

Design Your Own Bags on Board Dispenser!

PetSugar — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:00:21 -0800

Even if you're toting the same Bags on Board container as everyone else (Naomi and Amanda included), create your own design starring your famous furball on the front. Add text, clip art, photos, borders, and frames to make a one-of-a-kind holder at MyBagsOnBoard.com (and, trust me, this can be addictive). The Design Your Own Dispenser ($7.25) comes with two printable, pre-cut skins or you can create and cut out as many as you want at home! I'm thinking my pastel creation would look fab with Thurman's purple poop bags, right? Being responsible has never looked so good.