Brown golden retriever lying on ground licking itself

How to Treat Lick Granuloma in Dogs and Cats

Is your furry friend suffering from lick granuloma? This is a condition that results in a thickened, hairless area of skin because your pet obsessively licks or chews it. Because of the excessive l...
grey tabby cat eating a homemade cat treat from a human's hand.

Easy Homemade Dog and Cat Treats with 5 Ingredients or Less

UPDATED September 15, 2025 Did somebody say treats? When you have a furry friend, we don’t blame you for wanting to treat them when they potty where they should, learn a new trick or when they simp...
What Is the Environmental Impact of Pet Food?

What Is the Environmental Impact of Pet Food?

We love our pets and treat them as our family members. From accessories to bedding to pet food, we naturally want them to have the very best. But we also love our planet and in the face of climate ...
Dumping food, veggies and fruits and fur into compost dirt

5 Ways to Compost Dog Hair & Cat Fur

If you have a cat or dog, one thing you probably notice is that they shed…a lot! Fur on the floor…the bed…the couch…your clothes…it seems like pet fur has a tendency to get everywhere. But what can...
Tabby cat sitting in front of pink litter box

Is Cat Litter Bad for the Environment?

These days, it’s more important than ever to consider the effect we have on the environment. When you think about climate change and other environmental issues, factors like driving a car, wasting ...
3 Cats sitting at window staring at camera

How to Get Rid of Pet Hair On Clothes Naturally

As much as we love our pets, we’re not the biggest fans of their fur getting everywhere. If it seems like you’re constantly wearing a canine coat, you’re not alone.  Clothing, carpets, couches…you ...
Tabby cat sitting in cardboard house with circle window

How to Make Cat or Dog Enrichment Toys at Home DIY

UPDATED September 15 2025 It’s no secret that dogs and cats like to play. Toys are a great way to give your pet both mental and physical stimulation. But you know what's even better than just regul...
two girls hugging their big dogs while sitting on a lawn.

5 Ways to be a Sustainable Pet Owner

UPDATED September 15, 2025 As fellow pet lovers, we can’t imagine life without our furry friends. They bring joy to our lives in so many ways, even reducing symptoms of depression and stress. So we...
cat relaxing in the grass

Is Having an Outdoor Cat Sustainable?

UPDATED September 15, 2025 Warning, this article may be a tough read for cat owners who fiercely believe in their cat's right to roam outdoors. We know cat's enjoy their freedom as much as anyone, ...