Oh yes, here we go again.  This may just be one of those "Why didn't I think of that" face-palm moments we often have with inventions that are so obviously fantastic.  Three cheers for The Dooloop, which so obviously helps resolve a pretty stinky problem all of us dog-owners deal with on walks and adventures with our pups.

The Dooloop Facebook/Beth Herriman
The Dooloop Facebook/Beth Herriman
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This invention emerged from the pandemic and kickstarted this Mainer's entrepreneurial spirit, all in the name of our furry, four-legged besties and those often stinky walks and hikes.

The Dooloop Facebook/Beth Herriman
The Dooloop Facebook/Beth Herriman
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Meet Beth Herriman, inventor of The Dooloop, and her Basset Hound rescues, Bella and Angie.  Not only is she running her own business and its 100% recyclable packaging, but she makes it into a little Kennebunk factory to keep living-wage jobs in Maine.

TheDooLoop.com/Beth Herriman
TheDooLoop.com/Beth Herriman
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Beth credits her pups for her invention, which is simply a one-handed way to hook your poop bags onto your leash, jacket, or backpack in seconds without fooling around with clips or even tying your baggie. I've attached a quick video below.

We all know that at some point on our walk, our hands will be holding a bag of poo. In my case with Bella and Angie, that meant bringing a cup of coffee was a non-starter, and taking a phone call became a risky balancing act.

I know I'm personally guilty of leaving baggies on the side of a trail while hiking with my dog, then picking them up on my way back, so this is a game-changer for sure. Beth says that's exactly why she created it.  She couldn't find a solution to this common issue anywhere.

I took matters into my own paws and created a hands-free waste bag holder called The Doo Loop.  This game-changing leash accessory is simple to use with one hand, and holds multiple bags (a.k.a. a lot of s**t).

To find local brick-and-mortar shops with The Dooloop or to buy online, you can visit Beth's website here.

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