May 1 - May 31, 2021

Pets

Bring your best furry-friend along with you on your waste-reduction journey.

Owning a pet can create a lot of waste. However, there are steps you can take to reduce the waste associated with a loving animal companion.

Prepare Homemade Treats

I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.
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Homemade Zero Waste Dog Treats

What Vegetables Can Dogs Eat?

3 Ingredient Salmon Cat Treats
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DAILY ACTION
Use Recycled Cat Litter

I will use a recycled or secondary-waste litter such as pine, corn, cedar, wheat, or newspaper for my pet(s).
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Zero Waste Cats
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Clean Up Pet Hair with Reusables

I will use a reusable lint brush or vacuum to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.
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Rubber Gloves for Pet Hair
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Choose All-Natural Pet Toys

I will give my pets toys made of natural materials like wool, hemp, or cotton, or make toys from recycled items found in our home.
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Be a Plastic Free Pet Parent
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Buy Used Pet Supplies

I will purchase (___) pet items secondhand, such as water/food dishes, collars or leashes.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

How to Find Great Used Dog Items

How Safe Are Secondhand Used Pet Supplies?
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Buy Used Pet Clothes

I will find secondhand sources for pet clothing such as jackets, sweaters and boots.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Choose to Reuse Directory- Pet Supplies

Facebook Marketplace Pet Supplies
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Make My Own Pet Bed

I will repurpose/upcycle items such as pillows, blankets, clothing or small furniture to make a bed for my (___) pet(s) rather than buying a new one.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Upcycled Pet Beds
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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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