Pets Gone Green!

September 11, 2009
by Melisa Camp

Pets Gone Green!

For many of us our dog, cat, or bird is part of the family. They deserve nothing but the best in living a healthy and happy life too, right? Bring some Green into your pet’s lives this week with these 5 easy tips.

1. Make your own toys. Save green (cash), packaging, a trip to the store, and garbage from when Fido tears his toy to shreads by making your own from things you already have. Get creative with old socks, old stuffed animals, tennis balls, and string/rope.
2. Buy eco-friendly products. There are many eco-friendly pet products available. From biodegradable doggie pick-up bags, to recycled collars and toys, to organic pet beds. Be sure whatever products you use to clean up after Fluffy are organic to protect your pet and your family from harmful chemicals. For cats, be sure to purchase a non-clay clumping litter because they have carcinogens that are harmful to kitty and humans. I found some great products from all over the web on this blog. http://greatgreenpet.com/
3. Say adios to fleas naturally. Forget harsh and expensive chemical pesticides like Frontline. You can kill fleas with salt and vinegar and keep your pooch flea free by making sure they are clean, and vacuuming often.
4. Feed your pet certified-organic food and make your own treats. Most pet foods are made from 4-D animals, meaning dead, diseased, dying, or disabled. Food of this grade is not consumed by humans, and should not be consumed by pets either. Buying certified-organic foods for your pet ensures that they are eating food that was raised sustainability, chemical, hormone, and pesticide free, and is regulated by the USDA. Making your own gives you control over the quality of food you give your pet. Check out this website for recipies. http://www.dogtreatkitchen.com/organic-dog-treats.html
5. Adopt and spay or neuter your pets. Not only does it help to prevent over crowding from the 70,000 puppies and kittens born each day but it also helps pets to live longer, healthier lives. Adopt instead of shop for your next pet.