Bag refill scheduling: how to never run out

An empty dispenser is worse than no dispenser — it signals to users that the facility isn't maintained, and fouling incidents increase sharply. Getting your refill schedule right is therefore one of the most important operational decisions you make.

The simple formula

Annual bags needed = number of active stations × average daily uses × 365

For most parks and public footpaths, a reasonable estimate for average daily uses is 3–5 bags per station per day, or 1,100–1,800 bags per station per year.

We use 1,500 bags per year as our default planning figure for medium-footfall locations.

The buffer rule

Always keep one full case (500 bags) in reserve per 10 stations. This gives you a six-week buffer at average usage rates, enough time to place and receive a reorder.

Using the customer portal

Your Dog Bag Stations account shows your station count, your last refill order date, and a suggested next refill date based on a six-month cycle. The dashboard flags when a reorder is due.

You can reorder directly from the portal — your last order is saved so you can repeat it in one click.