A California-based company has combined two hot trends--dogs and being green--with their company, Skooperbox. According to this Springwise newsletter, Skooperboxes are small, pop-open boxes made from 100 percent recycled materials. They come with a lid and a scraper, so dog owners no longer have to mess with plastic bags. Not only are they easier to use, but the boxes are completely biodegradable in less than a month. Compare that to 100 years for a plastic bag to degrade. Skooperbox's founders say they started the company because they became frustrated with the available options for cleaning pet waste. "We also knew plenty of good people who did not pick up because of lack of a good product," explained the founders. Skooperbox products are now available in retailers throughout North America and online.