A love letter to hands-free dog parenting, sensory-friendly storage, and never holding a warm poo bag again.
There are moments in life where you find something so weirdly perfect for your needs that it feels like fate — or at least a well-timed Amazon recommendation.
For me, that moment was buying this:
TUDEQU Dog Walking Bum Bag – Amazon link
(The one with two hidden bottle holders. Yes. That one.)
And listen, I know. A bum bag. A fanny pack. Call it what you want. It’s not sexy. But this bag? This bag is everything. It’s ADHD-friendly, autism-friendly, Saffron-approved, and emotionally stabilising.
Why I Bought It
I needed something that could handle a full day out with Saffron — not just a quick loop round the block. I wanted room for:
- Water bottles (one for me, one for Her Royal Labradorness)
- A collapsible dog bowl
- Treats
- Poo bags (plural)
- Her lead
- My phone, keys, and cards
- Hand sanitiser and wipes
It had to be big enough to hold everything, small enough not to annoy me, and comfortable enough to wear all day without rage.
Also: I hate backpacks. I overfill them. They ride up my top, expose my back, make me sweaty, and jangle like a portable percussion kit. And don’t get me started on shoulder bags.
This one had 4.6 stars and 1,400+ reviews, so I thought: why not?
What I Keep In It
Let me info-dump:
- Front mini compartment: a roll of poo bags, perfectly feeding through the dispenser slot, plus a spare roll.
- Next front pocket: keys and cards, hand sanitiser and cleaning wipes.
- Main section: collapsible bowl, food, lead, emergency biscuit (for me).
- Top zip section: treats (secure and away from greedy noses)
- Side pockets: water bottle holders that tuck away invisibly when not in use and clip in tightly when needed
- Clip-on carabiner: my beloved Doo-Kee used poo bag holder — no more carrying sacks of stinky shame
It’s an organised little dream. And it fits everything without turning me into a pack mule.
Why It’s Comfy – and Not Annoying Like Everything Else
The bag sits snug and flat against my waist. The padded front panel doesn’t dig in, and the adjustable strap doesn’t slip or shift when I walk.
It doesn’t bounce. It doesn’t ride up. I can bend, sit, reach, even drive in it. And it means both hands are free for holding leads, opening gates, or emergency snack grabbing.
Unexpected Wins
- Even with two full water bottles, it doesn’t feel heavy
- The bottle pockets don’t knock my arms, dig in or feel clunky
- It’s quiet (no annoying metal zips or jangly bits)
- It’s wipe-clean and weatherproof (aka Labrador-proof)
The Real Impact? Lower Mental Load
Having everything in one place — always packed and ready — removes 90% of the decisions. No digging for treats. No swearing about forgotten poo bags. No “where’s the bloody lead?!” panic.
It just makes walks feel easy. And that means I go out more. Which means Saffron’s happier, and so am I.
Final Verdict
If I lost it? I’d buy the same one again tomorrow. No question. I even recommended it to my brother and now he’s got one too.
It’s not glamorous, but it is perfect. And if you’re anything like me — autistic, ADHD, dog-loving, and allergic to unnecessary faff — I think you’ll love it too.
Affiliate link: [TUDEQU Dog Walking Bum Bag]
(Feel free to click it so I can continue buying treats and lint rollers.)
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