How to Attach Poop Bag Dispenser to Your Dog Crate

By Diggs | Published: 2026-10-18

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to mount a poop bag dispenser on your dog crate for one-handed access during walks. Simple steps for a tidy crate setup.

Quick Answer

Mount a poop bag dispenser on the side of your dog crate using zip ties or adhesive hooks. This gives you one-handed access to bags right when you need them.

Why Mount It on the Crate?

Attaching the dispenser directly to the crate keeps your poop bags within reach without adding bulk to your leash or pocket. It also prevents the roll from getting lost or dirty in the bottom of a tote bag.

The main trade-off is that the dispenser stays with the crate, so you won't have bags on you when the crate is at home. If you frequently walk your dog away from the crate, consider a second dispenser for your leash.

Step-by-Step Mounting Guide

Choose Your Mounting Spot: Pick a location on the crate where the dispenser won't interfere with the door or latches. The side panel, near the top, is usually easiest to reach. Make sure the dispenser is accessible even when the crate is pushed against a wall.
Secure with Zip Ties or Adhesive Hooks: Thread two zip ties through the dispenser's mounting holes and around the crate bars. Tighten until the dispenser is snug but not bending. Alternatively, use heavy-duty adhesive hooks on a flat crate panel. Zip ties are removable; adhesive hooks may leave residue. Test the bond before loading with bags.
Load the Poop Bag Roll: Open the dispenser, insert the Diggs Poop Bags roll with the first bag poking out of the slot, and close the lid. Pull gently to confirm the tissue-style dispensing works. If the bag tears, check that the roll isn't jammed against the dispenser walls.
Test One-Handed Access: Stand beside the crate and try pulling out a single bag with one hand. Open it with the same hand. Adjust the dispenser angle if the bag doesn't separate cleanly. A slight tilt forward can help gravity feed the next bag.

Product Facts

Poop Bags: The first-ever no-tear poop bag roll with tissue-style dispensing that opens with one hand. When mounted on the crate, you can pull out a bag and open it without setting down your coffee or leash.
Poop Bags