The Zero-Waste Pet

10/15/2021

Have you guys met our betta, Tacofish? 🐟 (My two-year-old daughter named him!) He was part of some research I conducted: Is it possible to have an eco-friendly fish tank? Here's what I found, plus tips to help fish lovers lessen the impact of their home tanks. https://www.thezerowastepet.com/the-eco-friendly-fish-tank-guide/

04/23/2021

Each decision you make around your home impacts your pets’ lives, so why not make eco-friendly choices? 🌎 I’ve outlined a ton here–stick with it because this one’s pretty long–but it’s a game changer. And it’s way, way, way beyond time to tackle this stuff y’all. So, let’s dig in, shall we?

Each eco-swap you make impacts your pets' lives, so why not make responsible, loving decisions? It's way, way, way beyond time to tackle this stuff.

03/12/2021

Is there any topic more contentions than pet food?? 🙈🙉🙊 No matter what you feed your dog or cat, as long as you're doing your best, you're doing great. That said, there's no denying it: Our pets' food has a big impact on the environment. Whatever you choose to feed, there are some easy, affordable, practical steps you can take to minimize your carbon pawprint. Here's the definitive guide to zero-waste pet food:

When it comes to zero-waste pet care, there's little helpful, non-judgey info out there. Especially when it comes to pet food. But we've got you covered!

02/28/2021

How can pet owners take small steps to help the environment that make a big, positive impact--without guilt, overwhelm, strain, or stress? By applying the principles of harm reduction. Here's how with 10 ideas to reduce harm. 😺

How can the pet industry help the environment? How can pet owners take small steps that make a big, positive impact–without feeling guilt, overwhelm, strain, or stress? Let me introduce to you a topic I’m learning about: harm reduction. Before we dig into the pet industry and our role as pet own...

02/26/2021

Cat lovers, this one's for you! The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Zero-Waste Cat: everything you need to know about loving and caring for cats while being gentle on the planet, the people in your home, and--bonus!--your wallet, too!

Before we dig into this topic, how to raise a zero-waste cat, I want to first say thank you. Thank you for being here, for seeking out this information. Thank you for making an effort to lessen your pet’s impact on the planet. There’s been so much emphasis in popular media about living this “p...

02/15/2021

I just signed up for the free ticket to attend the exhibit hall of the UnPacked21 event hosted by the Pet Sustainability Coalition. I've been working away on a guide about packaging and the pet industry, and I can't wait to soak up the sustainable packaging education in the "booths" and during the keynote. 🌎

What questions do YOU have about packaging that I can try to get answered during this event?

01/31/2021

Let's tackle simple tips to live well and live gently with your dog or cat or fish or hamster starting with one simple rule: Live gently. ❤

Each of these 10ish tips will require small actions and are either low- or no-cost, as well. I want to minimize every barrier and make it easy for you to jump right in! So, let's go:

Unsure where to start with eco-friendly living with pets? Here are SIMPLE zero-waste tips for pet owners that don't take much time or money!

01/26/2021

Sustainability in 2021: What does it look like for pets and their people? Let's talk trends... and how we can all recover from 2020:

What does sustainability in 2021 look like for pets and the people who love them? Let's take a look at trends and the legacy of 2020...

01/15/2021

Is cat litter biodegradable? What should you do with all that "used" litter? And let's really dig in: Can "flushable" litter actually be flushed safely? Here's everything you need to know to make your cat's bathroom behavior a little more eco-friendly!

Let's dispel some myths around cat litter and share some ways in which we can make our litter boxes gentler on the environment--and on feline and human health at the same time!

01/08/2021

P**p... 🙈 it's one big part of loving a dog! Here's how to handle your pickup doodies (too easy? sorry...) in the most eco-friendly ways!

If you're a pet lover who wants to live greener, dealing with your pet's waste might cause some trouble. Here are eco-friendly solutions to dog p**p!

10/23/2020

Furry, feathered, scaly: There’s a vegetarian pet perfect for you and your family! Here are 7 to consider adopting:

If you're considering adding a pet to your family with a low impact on the planet, consider these 7 best vegetarian pets.

09/29/2020

This just in: Dogs don't come hardwired for human living! Just kidding... a little. ;) Here are some helpful, practical, actionable tips to make dog training kind for your pup and kind for the planet: https://www.thezerowastepet.com/pet-and-planet-friendly-dog-training/ 🐶

Dogs evolved over thousands of years to work with us, but we need to teach them the ropes. Here's how to tackle eco-friendly dog training.