Now I don’t want to become considered a poo expert, but apparently my post on Poop bags got the attention of Doody Dangler aficionados.
Here’s a video of the device... I’ve never tried it but in the spirit of reduce, I am not sure it is exactly a necessary device in the world. Also, based on its description, I’m pretty sure it is fully made of plastic and nylon.
Dog owners, weigh in on this: how heinous is it to actually carry the dog poo bag around? Is it absolutely necessary to have a device to get the poo out of your hand? What about the dog? The poo looks to be about nose level for poor Bud here? And I’m thinking about Schnookie, our neighborhood wiener dog who’s leash hardly clears the top of mown grass when she’s walking without ballast.
I agree…with your thoughts. Actually, I’m the inventor and you are right. It seems as though the Doody Dangler might bother the dog. It really doesn’t.
We invented the thing and it works great. Do a Google search and you will find that it has been mentioned on NPR radio, the Chicago Tribune, Tails, Dogs U.S.A., The Herald, numerous blogs, etc…. We have sold over 20,000 of this little contraption.
I’m the first to agree, it’s a bit silly. But really, who likes holding a bag of dog poop. The Doody Dangler solves a problem and it’s a fun product.
Check out the website at http://www.doodydangler.com
Hi Tim,
I am a great believer in simple products that solve problems. My main question is– does it really? Or is it a “made-up” problem, disguised by another marketing push to buy accessories for our dogs?
I am a proponent of less, so I will always push for doing away with the things that are accessories, those things that not really needed. Your concept is very clever, but how much do we need it?
Here’s a real question… why not leave steaming piles lie? Once upon a time people left poop alone and would never have picked it up. It isn’t exactly an “unnatural” product that is hurting the soil or the grass.
But back to your product– as a compromise, can it be made of recycled plastic and nylons, at the very least? And made locally? (-:
All good points Elizabeth.
Does the Doody Dangler sovle a problem? I guess it depends on how you look at it. I do know that many dog owners are not responsible and that the Doody Dangler encourages folks to be more responsible and pick up after their dogs. I also know that holding a bag of poop is not exactly a pleasant experience. Frankly, I disliked it so much, I decided to do something about it. So in a way, it does solve a problem…ableit a very small one in the grand scheme of things.
This really is a simple product that puts a smile on your face and that’s a good thing…right? It has also been a great family project. We (the entire family) have had enjoyed marketing and developing the Doody Dangler. And what’s wrong with creativity and marketing? Us creative folks kind of like that.
Your comments regarding being more “green” are well taken:-)
Regards,
Tim Campbell
http://www.doodydangler.com
Doody Dangler Testimonials
“I have this little gizmo called a “doody dangler” that just fastens around the leash below the handle. You slip the poop bag in there after you’ve tied it off and it holds it until you get to someplace where you can dispose of it. If I remember right it was only about $5. I really like it because it means just one less thing to have to carry. There have been days when it has held 3 bags.”
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“These brilliant and very insightful people have devised a perfect solution. It’s called the Doody Dangler and I swear right this very minute, I’ve got my credit card ready. Why didn’t I think of this”
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I absolutely love your product. I have bought some for my friends and they are “hooked” too. Thank you.
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When I love something I just want everyone to have them. I was boarding a Beagle the week the product arrived. I put one on her leash and one on my dogs leash and headed out. Well the Beagle needed two on her leash! I let her carry everything and it never fazed her a bit, kept right on plowing ahead! It works! I kick myself I did not think of this, you’d think after 28+-yrs of owning dogs my brain could have been bright enough to develope this! Hats off to you!!
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I am trying to reach Elizabeth Howard of blog.elizabethhoward.net regarding one of her posts.
“Letters From A Small State’ includes a post about Brett Favre, which I would like to include in a book I am writing about his retirement. I’ve been collecting tribute letters from fans across the country, and I would welcome the chance to include this post as well.
Please feel free to contact me at your convenience, and thanks for posting such a thought-provoking piece.
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I’m just about to adopt a dog and have been reading all sorts of dog training books. One mentions having your dog poop before you take him on a walk, so the walk becomes the reward, you don’t have to worry about carrying a bag of poop around with you. At home, you can use a contraption similar to the one we use at dog kennels. We take an open rectangular bucket, attach a long metal handle, then rake the poop in. You can dump that in an outdoor garbage can, so you don’t have to use so many small baggies.
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Dagny, that is a great idea. I think dog’s should poop closer to home too! It’s less stressful for everyone. No more having to wave to the neighbors with poo in your hands!