How to Use a Wilderdog Doggie Bag for Trail Cleanup
By Wilderdog | Published: 2026-10-29
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to use the Wilderdog Doggie Bag to carry kibble and pack out waste on the trail. Step-by-step instructions for a cleaner, easier hike with your dog.
Quick answer
Use the Wilderdog Doggie Bag to carry kibble to the trailhead, then repurpose its waterproof liner to pack out used dog waste bags on the return trip.
Why the Doggie Bag works for trail cleanup
Most dog waste bags are designed for short walks, not multi-hour hikes. The Wilderdog Doggie Bag holds up to 5 lbs of kibble on the way in, and its heavy-duty, water-resistant poly-cotton outer and food-grade liner make it easy to clean and reuse for packing out waste bags. The included stainless steel cup (about 1.25 cups) doubles as a scoop for water or kibble.
What to consider before you go
The Doggie Bag is not odor-proof. For long hikes or hot weather, you may want to double-bag waste inside a sealed dry bag or use a dedicated odor-barrier bag. The bag measures roughly 12" x 18" when laid flat and can hold about 20 cups of kibble, so it’s best for day trips or overnight hikes where you can clean and dry it between uses.
How to use the Doggie Bag for trail cleanup
- Fill the bag with kibble at home: Open the roll-top closure and fill the bag with up to 20 cups (about 5 lbs) of kibble. Roll the top down tightly, clip it shut, and attach the bag to your pack using the external loop. Common mistake: overfilling. Leave enough room to roll the top at least three times for a secure seal.
- Use the stainless steel cup at the trailhead: Once you reach your hiking spot, unroll the bag and scoop out kibble into the included cup for your dog’s meal or training treats. The cup holds about 1.25 cups, so you can portion food without carrying extra bowls. Checkpoint: rinse the cup after use if you plan to reuse it for water later.
- Empty the bag and repurpose it for waste: After your dog eats, dump any remaining kibble back into a sealed container or feed it to your dog. Turn the Doggie Bag inside out, shake out crumbs, and use the clean side as a liner to carry used dog waste bags. The water-resistant outer layer helps contain smells and moisture. Common mistake: not cleaning the liner before packing waste. Food residue can attract animals and cause odors to linger.
- Pack out waste bags and clean the Doggie Bag at home: Place each sealed dog waste bag inside the Doggie Bag as you hike. At home, turn the bag inside out, rinse with warm soapy water, and air dry. The food-grade, non-toxic materials are safe to wash and reuse. Checkpoint: avoid using bleach or fabric softener, which can degrade the water-resistant coating.
Product facts
- Doggie Bag: Includes a stainless steel cup (~1.25 cups/10 oz) and an external loop to attach the matching Backpacking Bowl. You can use the cup to scoop water for your dog at the trailhead and the loop to secure the bag to your pack, keeping your hands free.
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