Consumer Reports Has Scoop on Brands to Pick up Louisiana Dog Poop

In most parishes in Louisiana, it is a requirement that you pick up after your dogs when they are in public. Thankfully, Consumer Reports tested products and recommended which ones worked best.

In Lafayette Parish, a law requires pet owners to keep their pets on a leash and that anyone with a pet in a public space must clean up their dog's "business."

As the Louisiana ASPC points out, each parish in Louisiana has its own rules governing pets, which are in addition to state law. The basic rule is that you need to pick up your pet's poop.

What Are The Best Products To Use?

Since it is not a fun job but one of necessity, getting to it quickly and easily is something that every pet owner wants. Knowing which products might be best for your particular situation is extremely helpful.

As Consumer Reports looked at products, the Editor's choice was the Arm & Hammer Pooper Scooper Swivel Bin & Rake Dog Poop Scooper.

If you have a big dog or several dogs, they say this helps you easily pick up your dog's "presents," and then you can put them right into the trash. A bonus for those who pick up their dog's waste in their yard, this device is an excellent tool if you haven't cleaned things up in a few days.

But What Should You Buy If You Are Constantly On The Go?

Let's face it; most dog owners would love to be able to take their dogs anywhere and everywhere with them. So, when you get that chance, it's good to have a solution for the poop, and Consumer Reports suggests the DogBuddy Portable Dog Poop Scoop.

The users picked this scooper because of its portability. This product can be used to clip onto anything you are traveling with. It has an integrated bag system, so you know whatever comes out of your pup can easily be disposed of in the trash can.

It's even expandable, which can really come in handy on some of your trips with your dog because you never know if one load might be considerably more significant than the other!

What's Not Bulky, But Ergonomic?

Having to lug around something huge and obnoxious just to scoop poop is dreadful! Consumer Reports recommends the Pooch Approved Products GoGo Stik Catch-N-Go. The description for the product even says, "Best Poo Catcher Scooper. Catch Poo on Walks."

According to the folks who make and sell the product, you can actually, if you are strategic and lucky, get your dog to poop right into the bag! That is to say, if you don't freak your dog out!

They add that it's "super portable and lightweight".

Now, you can take these recommendations or pass them up, but at least you know there are several products out there that can hopefully make life a little bit easier for pet owners.