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Doggy Bags Doggy bags differ from other take-away foods. Take-away foods are intended to be eaten away from the premises, and are served by the food business at the appropriate temperature and in appropriate takeaway containers. The term doggy bag developed when food left uneaten at a restaurant was taken home for the family pet. However, many customers will take doggy bags home and consume that food themselves, but at a later time. Many customers are unaware that uneaten food taken from a restaurant or cafe in a doggy bag may be unsafe for human consumption. Risks of doggy bags Food for doggy bags can be exposed to a number of hazards: • High-risk food left in the Temperature Danger Zone (between 5°C and 60°C) can have increased levels of food poisoning bacteria. • Handling by the consumer can contaminate the food with food poisoning bacteria. • Cross contamination between cooked and uncooked foods with food poisoning bacteria. Community Doggy bags are not prohibited by law There are no laws that prevent restaurants and cafes from giving customers doggy bags. Minimising the risks There are some ways food businesses can minimise risks: • Have a procedure in the Food Safety Program for dealing with doggy bags. • Have a leaflet or messages on menus explaining the risks of doggy bags to consumers. • Seek advice from an insurer. For further information on this topic, please contact council on 4325 8222.