How should dog faeces be sorted?

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Dog faeces should be sorted as:

In a closed bag

Residual waste / Restaffald

About this item

Dog faeces should be placed in a tightly closed bag and sorted as residual waste. It should not go in food waste, garden waste or home compost, as it may contain bacteria and parasites. Use dog-waste bins where available, otherwise use residual waste.

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