Pets Go Green

Environmental impact is a wide growing concern and living green can be applied to pets as well.

Planet Green recommends a few green tips regarding pets.

1. Why not consider a ‘recycled’ pet? Shelters are filled with reusable, adoptable pets.
2. Consider the plight of recycled pets in shelters and make sure to spay or neuter
your pet so you are contributing positively to managing the pet population.
3. Buy certified organic pet foods as they must meet strict standards set by the USDA. Or make your own pet food following recipes found in books and online. If you decide to make your own pet food, mind the protein, vegetable and carbohydrate ratios recommended by your vet before feeding your creation to your loved one.
4. Buy pet products that are constructed of recycled materials. Bedding and toys can be found that use recycled items in their creation.
5. Clean up after your pet in a green manner by using biodegradable doggie bags and avoiding clumping clay cat litter.
6. Wash your pet with shampoos and conditioners that do not contain lauryl/laureth sulfates.
7. Use a non toxic natural flea control product for prevention and control of fleas.
8. Find natural organic remedies for ‘accidents’ or to remove odor.

To read more about green living pet tips, please click here.