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Our Animals Can Go Green, Too by Julie Peterson


lthough cats and dogs don’t require much more than food, a cozy napping spot and human


attention, U.S. pet owners spent $95.7 billion last year on their furry compan- ions, according to the 2019 National Pet Owners Survey Statistics produced by the American Pet Products Association. T at’s a lot of products, all of which require packaging, shipping, shopping, consump- tion and waste that the environment must bear. Finding eco-friendly alternatives is key to having a pet that doesn’t inadver- tently harm the planet.


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Proper Playthings Pet toys can be costly to the wallet and the environment. Dogs can destroy fl imsy items in seconds and the growing num- ber of cat toys under the couch is money out the window. When choosing a toy, consider the pet’s play style. Look for non- toxic natural fi ber, recycled, upcycled and locally sourced products. Reject plastic and other toxic materials that degrade


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and leach harmful substances into the pet. Purchase toys that have minimal packaging and remember that it won’t be any fun to play with if it is constantly stuck under the furniture or falls to pieces during the fi rst roughhouse session. Soſt toys can be salvaged. Tie them


in knots, sew them together or braid them into tug toys. Make soſt or tug toys by upcycling old towels or T-shirts. Stuff some catnip in an old sock and let the playing begin. Cats can have as much fun with a paper bag as with an expensive toy. Consider simplicity.


Homeopathic Remedies Many chemicals and pharmaceuticals can be replaced with simple, natural prod- ucts. Essential-oil-based insect repellants are safer for pets and people. Apple cider vinegar contains nutrients, vitamins, minerals and enzymes that can be helpful for the treatment of allergies, urinary tract problems, hot spots, dandruff , ear discharge, eczema and stiff joints in dogs,


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