Pets

Take your best furry-friend with you on your plastic free journey!

Take on a Pet Challenge by selecting any of the actions below and learn about all the plastic-free options during the EcoChallenge. It's easier than you think.

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Homemade Pet Food/Treats

I will prepare my own pet food and treats to avoid plastic packaging.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

How to Make Your Own Dog Food

Homemade Cat Food and Raw Cat Food

Homemade Zero Waste Dog Treats
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DAILY ACTION
Invest in a Pooper-Scooper

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

5 Reasons to Scoop Dog Poop

Dog Poo, An Environmental Tragedy
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DIY Cat Litter

I will swap out my cat's litter for sawdust, mulch, and dirt with baking soda.
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Zero Waste Waste
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Try a Pet Shampoo Bar

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar.
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Dog Shampoo Bars
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Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.
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Rubber Gloves for Pet Hair
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Pet Waste

I will spend (___) minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.
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Green Scoop (Columbus)
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All Natural Pet Toys

I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or I will make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!
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Be a Plastic Free Pet Parent
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Thrifty Pets

I will purchase my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes from the thrift store.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

How to Find Great Used Dog Items

How Safe Are Secondhand Used Pet Supplies?
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ONE-TIME ACTION
CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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