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Pets

Trying to go plastic free or zero waste with pets can be a challenge. Coming from a background in animal rescue I have given a lot of thought to the products we purchase for our companion animals.

Here are some tips for helping you lessen your impact while caring for your animals:

  • Invest in quality metal or ceramic bowls - avoid plastic.

  • Opt for a stainless steel litter box, they are not marketed as a litter box but this is what I use.

  • Use compostable bags for poop bags or scooping litter.

  • Make your own pet food.

  • Look for pet food in bulk. Avoid the plastic sacks of pet food.

  • Consider the packaging when buying your animal supplies, avoid plastic packaging.

  • Choose cat litter that is made of paper, corn, wheat, pine, bamboo, walnut, grass, or coconut. I search for products that are natural, biodegradable and packaged in a non-plastic bag. I like Yesterday’s News made from recycled newspaper.

  • Check to see if your local waste management company offers compostable options for pet waste.

  • For toys try natural rubber toys.

  • Opt for a non-toxic flea control.

PET SUPPLIES

Beco Pets - based in the UK - resource for foods, toys and animal supplies

EnsoPet - Bokashi pet waste compost kit.

Diatomacious Earth - Flea Control

Lily’s Kitchen - based in UK - Eco packaging and organic ingredients.

Nutrish Rachel Ray Pet Food - This is a great option because it is not packaged in plastic!

Yesterday’s News - We have cats and after many years of animal rescue I was committed to finding a responsible cat litter for our kitties. This is made from recycled newspaper - when you open the bag is has the smell of the morning newspaper!

ARTICLES | RESOURCES

Best Natural Cat Litter: A Complete List of Eco-Friendly Cat Litters | Paws and Pines | April 7th, 2018

Die Fleas! Die! Die! Die! Freaky Cheap Flea Control | Diatomacious Earth (DE) used for Flea Treatment | Rich Soil

Animals are a part of the family. Aside from the essentials of food and water what they want more than anything is to be safe and spend time with you.