5 Easy Ways to Be a More Sustainable Dog Parent

Let’s be honest—our dogs bring a whole lot of love... and a fair bit of mess too. From walkies to toy destruction to all those poop bags, it can all add up. But good news: being a more eco-conscious dog parent in New Zealand is actually easier than you think. ✨

Here are five simple things you can do to shrink your pup’s carbon pawprint—and feel great doing it:

1. 🥕 Feed Them Smarter

The food you pop in your pup’s bowl has a big impact. Sustainable dog food and treats made from low-impact ingredients (like insect protein 👀) are a win for your dog’s gut and the planet. Look for brands that ditch artificial nasties and focus on ethical sourcing.

💡 Need a gentle, planet-friendly treat? Ours are made with insect protein and reviewed by a vet—tummy-approved and good for the soil.

2. 🧸 Eco-Friendly Toys Only, Please

Sure, your dog will play with a stick. But when you do treat them, try toys made from natural or recycled materials—like hemp, bamboo, or recycled bottles. They’re just as chew-worthy, and way better for the planet (and your living room floor).

3. 🛏️ Sustainable Snoozing

Turns out, dog beds can be pretty rough on the environment—especially ones made with virgin cotton or synthetic foams. Look for bedding made from recycled fibres, natural materials, or second-hand gems. Bonus: less landfill, more nap time.

4. 🧼 Green Your Grooming Game

From shampoo to paw balm, many grooming products are packed with chemicals that aren’t so kind to our waterways—or your dog’s skin. Choose products that are cruelty-free, natural, and NZ-made if you can. Fewer nasties, more nose boops.

5. 💩 Ditch the Plastic Poop Bags

This one’s close to our hearts (and noses). Most plastic bags in NZ will take decades to breakdown and will turn into millions of microplastics that end up in oceans and waterways. Not exactly green, right?

✅ Our home-compostable poop bags break down without leaving a mess behind—no microplastics, no greenwashing.

Whether they end up in a compost bin or landfill, they’re built to return to the earth, not stick around for 400 years.

🌿 One Paw at a Time...

You don’t need to be perfect to make a difference. Whether you start with better treats, compostable poop bags, or swapping out plastic toys, every small step adds up. When you choose sustainable and local, you’re not just caring for your dog—you’re caring for the land they walk on and the community you live in.

✨ Support small. Support local. And make pet care kinder to the planet—one wag at a time.