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Reducing our carbon footprint and re-evaluating the way we live is essential in helping the environment. This can be achieved in many aspects of our lives including the way in which we care for our pets. If you’ve been thinking about your impact on the environment and you\u2019re looking for ways to be a more eco-friendly pet parent, we\u2019ve got 5 simple suggestions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Biodegradable dog waste collection bags<\/span><\/h2>\n

Think how frequently you need to\u00a0 pick up after your pup in a week, then multiply that by a dog’s lifetime – yes, it’s a huge amount of you know what. Switching to using a biodegradable bag to pick up after your dog is a great choice. Make sure you choose a biodegradable bag made of vegetable materials and polymers\u00a0 that will be completely compostable under the right conditions. It\u2019s even better if the packaging they come in and the core are recyclable too.<\/span><\/p>\n

Homemade dog toys<\/span><\/h2>\n

Move away from mass-produced, plastic dog toys and look for toys made of natural fibers such as wool or rope.\u00a0 Better still, make toys yourself from old clothing – jeans make a great chew-resistant choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Eco-friendly travel<\/span><\/h2>\n

Did you know your car accessories for transporting your dog can be eco-friendly too?<\/span> Travall Guards<\/span><\/a> and Dividers are coated with Rilsan\u00ae for a scratch-free finish that is plant based and environmentally sound.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dog products made from recycled plastics<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are dog beds on the market that use recycled materials and even recycled plastic as the filler for the bed. Keeping plastic bottles out of the land fill sites and allowing you and your dog to sleep more soundly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unprocessed dog food<\/span><\/h2>\n

Adopting a more nutritious diet for your dog is a great option.\u00a0 Offering homemade dog food from locally sourced ingredients such as chicken, rice and vegetables is great for reducing your dog\u2019s carbon footprint. Check out our UK blog\u2019s<\/span> dog treat recipe<\/span><\/a> – a must have for every eco-friendly pet parent. If you prefer to purchase pre-prepared dog food, look for less processed options, which are better for your dog\u2019s health and require fewer resources to produce.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Reducing our carbon footprint and re-evaluating the way we live is essential in helping the environment. This can be achieved in many aspects of our lives including the way in which we care for our pets. If you’ve been thinking about your impact on the environment and you\u2019re looking for ways to be a more …<\/p>\n

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