April 21, 2025

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Earth Day Resolutions for Happier, Healthier Pets and their Families

Loving your pet and caring about the environment go hand-in-paw. That's why we think Earth Day (tomorrow) is the perfect time to make some green changes with Fifi and Fido. Whether you do it all or just adopt a few changes, every bit helps to make our environment healthier and safer for everyone.

1. Spay or neuter your pet. How big of a difference can it make? Let's put it this way: it's the single most powerful way to have a positive impact on canine and feline life as we know it. This is the ultimate way to prevent "waste:" the waste of a precious life that ends in a shelter because of overcrowding and not enough adopters. Not to mention the suffering of those tasked with carrying out euthanasia. Let the change start with you.

2. Eat organic whenever you and the furry ones can. It may not seem like that big of a deal when you are considering buying a box of organic treats, but it is. Every time you decide to buy organic, not only will your pet be getting a healthier treat, but you'll be contributing to the growth of organic food products.

3. Pick up dog poop with eco-friendly poop bags like these from BioBag. This is a really easy switch to make and will really lessen the amount of plastic that "hangs around forever" in landfills. Naturally biodegradable bags are easy to find and affordable, too. Speaking of poop, steer clear of clumping kitty litter. Safer alternatives for kitty and the environment are ones made from recycled paper or plant sources.

4. Treat "local" as the important buzz word that it is. Think of how you can incorporate more local foods and products into your lifestyle. By shopping locally, fuel is not expended to transport it. Plus, you get fresh, seasonal goodies that are fun to share with Fifi and Fido.

5. Make recycling a social event. How many other pet parents do you know? What if you organized a trade party, where everyone brings clean and still functional pet products to trade? Think of collars and leashes, washable beds, bowls, etc. Not only can you get some great finds, but just imagine pooch's joy when he gets a new toy that has another dog's scent on it—he'll be extra excited about it! And whatever doesn't get snapped up can be donated to your local shelter or rescue organization.

6. Conserving water—no matter where you live—is always a sensible, responsible choice to make. And eliminating water-hogging lawns can really help. Whether you opt for a full on xeriscape or install one of the wonderfully natural and clean synthetic lawns, you'll be making an important difference (and lowering your water bill, too). Considering all the ways you can reduce water use and waste is a smart shade of green thinking!

7. Spread the word about adoption. If you already know how wonderful it is to have adopted your fur baby, be sure to let others know, too. Do you have a little rescued Poodle? Point that out when she meets an admirer. Is your sweet Lab mix everyone's favorite dog? Don't be shy about mentioning that he was adopted as an adult. Does your unique mixed breed stop traffic with his gorgeous eyes and silky coat? Make sure you mention that you adopted him from a shelter when folks stop to pet him. After all, the ultimate form of green living (and recycling) is adopting a loving companion from a shelter or rescue.

Earth Day is a great time to start becoming environmentally and socially responsible. Here are some great products that can help you continue to reduce your carbon footprint.

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