double bag in plastic bags and put out for garbage disposal to p/u is the proper way here in Edm. I usually don't put it out until the morning on the day they p/u, (and they usually p/u at about 8:00 at my place) to prevent any birds or strays getting after it. Wouldn't want to traumatize poor little Suzy walking home from school when a stray goes running by dragging a spine etc.......