The Emerald Neckleash is a member of the Proactive Pet Sitters Association and follows earth-friendly pet sitting practices such as: Using only 100% (ASTM D6400) biodegradable poop pick up bags on dog walks. (Did you know that it is estimated that dog owners do not collect over 4 million tons of dog waste annually and that 20-30% of all pollutants in waterways are attributed to dog waste?) Recycling all empty dog and cat food cans from pet sitting visits. Having a small service area confined to Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, and parts of Brookline so that automobile emissions are kept at a minimum. When possible, trips to clients are made by bicycle.