{"product_id":"ancol-made-from-flat-pack-poop-bags","title":"Ancol Made From Flat Pack Poop Bags – Recycled Plastic, 40 Bags","description":"\u003cp\u003eAncol Made From Flat Pack Poop Bags are recycled plastic dog waste bags in a flat pack format — 40 bags per pack, made using the equivalent of two recycled plastic bottles per pack. The flat pack format is the practical distinction here: rather than loading onto a dispenser from a roll, these pull individually from a flat stack that sits in a jacket pocket, treat pouch, or walking bag without bulk. No dispenser required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Ancol Made From range. Recycled plastic construction. Unscented. Tie handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecycled plastic — two bottles per pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e These bags are made from recycled plastic materials, with each 40-bag pack using the equivalent of two recycled plastic bottles. The environmental credential is a circular economy argument: diverting plastic from ocean and landfill waste streams and giving it a second functional life, rather than producing new virgin plastic. These are still plastic bags at end of life and should be disposed of in appropriate waste bins — they are not compostable or biodegradable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat pack format — no dispenser needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e The key practical difference from roll-format bags. Each bag pulls individually from a flat pack rather than feeding from a roll through a dispenser. The flat pack slips into a jacket pocket, belt bag, or treat pouch without the bulk of a dispenser clip — useful for walks where you want minimal kit. At 40 bags per flat pack, it's a convenient grab-and-go option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnscented:\u003c\/strong\u003e No artificial fragrance added — relevant for owners whose dogs are sensitive to scented products, or who simply prefer an unscented option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTie handles:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-handed sealing after use — the same tie-handle design as the Ancol compostable refill bags, allowing quick and hygienic disposal without needing a separate clip or knot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong and reliable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recycled plastic bags perform comparably to standard virgin plastic poop bags in terms of strength and reliability. The recycled material doesn't compromise on practical performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePack contents\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat pack recycled plastic poop bags\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull a bag from the flat pack. Open and use. Seal securely using the tie handles. Dispose of in a designated dog waste bin or appropriate waste disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisposal note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These bags are made from recycled plastic — a more environmentally responsible choice than virgin plastic, but still plastic at end of life. Dispose of sealed bags in dog waste bins. Do not compost — unlike the Ancol vegetable starch bags, these are not designed to break down in composting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAncol Pet Products Ltd is a UK-based pet accessory manufacturer. Hairy Dogs stocks Ancol as part of our curated range of practical, quality dog walking essentials.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:28px;border-top:1px solid #d3d1c7;padding-top:20px\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:600;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.1em;color:#888780;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eWhat's the difference between these and the Ancol compostable bags?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eTwo different eco approaches. These bags are recycled plastic — made from existing plastic waste (the equivalent of two bottles per pack), which reduces demand for new virgin plastic and diverts material from ocean or landfill waste streams. They are still plastic at end of life. The Ancol compostable bags (available as the Zero Plastic Starter Kit and 96-bag Refill Pack) are made from vegetable starch — a plant-derived material that is not petroleum-based. For owners who want to avoid plastic entirely, the vegetable starch bags are the right choice. For owners whose priority is reducing virgin plastic demand while keeping cost low, these recycled plastic bags are practical and significantly cheaper per bag at approximately 4.5p each.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eAre these biodegradable or compostable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eNo — these are recycled plastic, not compostable or biodegradable. The eco credential is on the input side (made from existing plastic waste rather than virgin plastic), not on disposal. At end of life they should go in a dog waste bin like conventional poop bags. If you specifically need a compostable bag, the Ancol vegetable starch bags are the appropriate alternative.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eWhy flat pack rather than a roll?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eFlat pack bags don't require a dispenser — they pull individually from the pack like tissues. This makes them useful for anyone who doesn't want to clip a dispenser to their lead, prefers to carry bags loose in a pocket, or uses a walking bag or belt pack where a dispenser would be awkward. They're also a practical backup option to carry alongside a dispenser in case you run out mid-walk. The trade-off is that individual bags are slightly harder to open one-handed compared to pulling from a roll, though the tie handles function the same way.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border:0.5px solid #d3d1c7;border-radius:8px;margin-bottom:8px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;background:#f1efe8;font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#2c2c2a;list-style:none\"\u003eAre recycled plastic bags as strong as standard poop bags?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;font-size:14px;color:#444441;line-height:1.65;border-top:0.5px solid #d3d1c7\"\u003eYes — recycled plastic performs comparably to virgin plastic for this application. The bags are described by Ancol as strong and reliable for everyday use. Recycled plastic has the same fundamental material properties as new plastic for products like bags, where the main requirements are tear resistance and water tightness. You won't notice any performance difference compared to standard poop bags.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ancol Pet Products Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52807600800082,"sku":"179000","price":1.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7128\/4562\/files\/ancol-made-from-flat-pack-poop-bags-recycled.jpg?v=1773211522","url":"https:\/\/hairydogs.co.uk\/products\/ancol-made-from-flat-pack-poop-bags","provider":"Hairy Dogs (Cambs) Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}