For millions of Australian dog owners, the daily walk is a cherished ritual. But with it comes a daily dilemma: the plastic poop bag. It’s a small item that, multiplied by millions of dogs each day, creates a staggering amount of plastic waste destined for landfill. But what if that daily act of responsibility could also be an act of environmental care?
That’s the question that inspired one of Australia’s most unlikely entrepreneurs: 9-year-old Amal, the young founder behind the local brand, PawsitiveOne
. From her home in Werribee, Amal has launched a product that aims to solve this plastic problem: a truly compostable dog poop bag.
The idea for PawsitiveOne sparked during a school project on local pollution. “I love walking my dog at our local park, but I was sad thinking about how many plastic bags end up in the bin and just sit there forever,” Amal explains, with a wisdom that belies her age. “I wanted to make something that was strong for the job but good for the earth, too.”
What Amal and her family have created is a game-changer. Unlike traditional plastic bags that can take hundreds of years to break down, PawsitiveOne bags are designed to return to the earth. The secret lies in their composition: a carefully blended trio of plant-based materials.
The Science of a Better Bag: PBAT, PLA, and Corn Starch
Compostable Dog Poop Bags (Link: https://pawsitiveone.com.au/
For the eco-conscious consumer, the terms can be confusing. Many bags are labelled “biodegradable” but still contain plastics that simply fragment into smaller microplastics. PawsitiveOne has taken a different, certified approach.
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Corn Starch: This renewable resource forms the base of the bag, making it plant-derived.
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PLA (Polylactic Acid): A bioplastic typically made from fermented plant starch, it adds strength and structure.
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PBAT (Polybutyrate Adipate Terephthalate): This is the key binding agent that allows the bag to be fully biodegradable and compostable, breaking down completely without leaving toxic residues.
Crucially, PawsitiveOne bags are certified to Australian standards for composability (AS 4736 for commercial composting and AS 5810 for home composting). This certification means they have been rigorously tested to break down into organic matter within a specific timeframe, making them a genuinely circular solution.
“It’s not just about being ‘green’,” Amal states confidently. “It’s about being real. We wanted a product that people could trust actually does what it says.”
Launched in late 2025, PawsitiveOne is more than just a business; it’s a mission-driven project from the heart of a Melbourne suburb. It’s a testament to the idea that a small, daily choice—like which bag you grab on your way out the door—can be part of a much larger, positive change. And it’s a powerful reminder that the biggest ideas can often come from the youngest voices.
As dog owners across the country look for ways to reduce their environmental paw-print, this 9-year-old from Werribee is proving that you’re never too young to make a difference.
To learn more about PawsitiveOne and their certified compostable dog poop bags, you can visit their website at www.pawsitiveone.com.au.
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