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Cat litter and pet waste

How to compost pet waste and kitty litter

Kitty litter

Dog poop

  • Put into your green cart

Put bagged pet waste and kitty litter (all varieties) into your green cart for composting.

If you live in a multi-family complex, check with your compost collection company to see if they accept pet waste.

Special instructions

  • Pet waste must be put in a certified compostable bag or paper bag for dust control in order to protect your collector. Make sure the bag is securely tied up or rolled up before putting into your green cart.
  • Biodegradable bags are not accepted in the Green Cart Program. Biodegradable and plastic bags do not break down and end up as small pieces of plastic that will contaminate the compost.

For businesses

If you are a business with this item, please see our Business Waste resources.

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