Curbicus makes a lightweight, no-contact dog-waste collection device that uses compostable capsules instead of conventional bags. Designed for people and pets on the go, the device clips to a leash, stays clean, and gathers waste for composting. The company’s mission is to reduce the environmental impact—or “carbon pawprint”—of everyday dog ownership.
GoGo StikFounded in August 2015 after inventor Alec Beaton set out to solve the everyday nuisance of dog-waste pickup, GoGo Stik makes no-touch pet cleanup tools and Dootie Bags that keep hands and scoopers clean. The company’s bag-mounted GoGo Stik scooper was developed with input from Beaton’s own canine companions and is assembled and warehoused in Cortland, New York. Pooch Approved Products, USA also makes pet-care wipes and plant-based waste bags for quick cleanup at home or on walks.CORTLAND, NY
BAYDOGFounded by Marine veteran Barton O’Brien after a Chesapeake Bay walk with his puppy Walter, BAYDOG makes dog gear for active outings, from everyday harnesses to life jackets. The Annapolis-based company began with the Pack-N-Go Bag, an invention that solved the messy problem of carrying a tennis ball, treats and waste bags at once, and it remains veteran owned and operated. BAYDOG also pairs select harnesses with its Find My Owner registration system to help reunite lost dogs with their families.STEVENSVILLE, MD
Spruce PupSpruce Pup, founded by former consumer-product designers Elijah and Leah, creates travel-minded dog gear that helps people explore with their pets. Its signature foldable dog bed doubles as a compact travel case for a pup’s belongings, while its leash bag keeps walk essentials organized. The Pittsburgh-area company launched the bed through Indiegogo in April 2018, reaching its funding goal within 24 hours and shipping its first production run later that year.WEXFORD, PA
Neater PetsNeater Pets makes mess-reducing pet-care products, best known for its Neater Feeder, which keeps food above while water drains below. Its lineup also includes practical tools such as the Lift N' Bag waste scooper and FurDozer pet-hair remover, designed for the everyday cleanup challenges of living with dogs and cats. Neater Pet Brands has donated hundreds of products to animal rescues and nonprofits across the United States.MALVERN, PA