A waste receptacle particularly useful for scooping-up and removing canine waste and a blank for making the receptacle. The blank and receptacle are made from a single thin sheet of material such as cardboard. The receptacle can be used with only one hand. It is stored and transported nearly flat and can be popped into operative configuration by applying pressure on the sides. Further application of pressure on the sides changes the size and shape of the receptacle opening and controls the position of a flap over the opening for more control of the scooping and closing process. A hook structure is formed on one end of the receptacle. The receptacle has a tapered shape which allows use and control of the receptacle by people with large or small hands.