The scoop: Bag vs. bag

Head to head: Two bags, one walk.

Judging criteria:

• Aesthetics
• Texture
• Post-scoop swing test
• Structural integrity after 10 minutes

💩 "Poo Bags by The Poo Crew"

Sourced: Belvedere Lane, Lone Tree

• Size: 8 x 13 inches
• First impression: A cornsilk-yellow stunner
• Upon closer inspection: The bag's logo is a smiling, floppy-eared dog carrying a shovel and bucket.
• Bonus: A portion of the bags' sales helps fight child trafficking and exploitation.
• Feel: Dangerously thin. The bag's edge tore in my jeans pocket.
• Swing test: Passed.
• Bag sag: -0.5 inches
• Vibe: "My rescue and I know the name of every dog in our neighborhood."
• Overall: 🐶🐶🐶 / 5

💩 "Pet Scoop Bags"

Sourced: Near East Stroll Avenue, Parker

• Size: 8 x 13 inches
• First impression: Plain black bag
• Upon closer inspection: Its logo is a smiling cartoon pooch carrying a pooper scooper.
• Feel: Thick and substantial.
• Did it break: No.
• Bag sag: -0.25 inches
• Vibe: "I'm listening to my equities podcast. Leave me alone."
• Overall: 🐶🐶🐶🐶 / 5

The bottom line: Despite its unfriendly exterior, Pet Scoop Bags bagged the competition.

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