6 recommended ideas for sustainable living with your dog in Japan!

Our pet dogs are beloved family members. Why not try sustainable lifestyles with your dogs? It sounds simple, but many dog owners might not know what to do to make their lives more sustainable. In this article, we introduce six ideas for sustainable living with your dogs. Enjoy working towards a better planet with your pets!

There are also online shops that sell surplus stock of dog toys, as well as toys that were not quite good enough quality to be sold at regular shops, all at reasonable prices.

1. Keep your dog healthy with organic and additive-free dog food

Dog food is vital for your dog’s quality of life. There are many dog foods available now that do not use additives. Dog foods made with organic materials are also out there, and they don’t just appeal to your dog’s appetite, they are also made with your dog’s health in mind. Take great care in choosing dog food with good ingredients.

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2. Use gentle organic shampoos for your pet dogs

There are dogs that have sensitive skin. For these kinds of dogs, switching to an organic shampoo that uses natural ingredients could help preserve the health of your dog’s skin. Just as you take care with your shampoo, you should also take care in choosing your dog’s shampoo.

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3. Choose indoor dog items that are good for the environment, animals and people

There are options for dog cushions, beds and other indoor items that are made with materials that are considerate for the environment and animals, as well as options made from recycled materials. Among these options are items that you can stuff with unneeded clothes or blankets to make cushions with customized firmness.

4. Dog clothes can also contribute to zero waste!

Do you have any used clothes that you can’t wear anymore? There are services that can tailor these old clothes into apparel for your beloved pet dog. In addition, there are increasing numbers of stores selling dog clothes upcycled from people’s used clothes. Dog clothes with natural materials that are good for the skin and for the natural environment are also available for sale, so be sure to check them out when choosing clothes for your dog.

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5. Choose eco-friendly toys for your pet dogs

When giving your dogs toys as presents, switch over to items with sustainable materials. For example, purchasing wooden toys made with thinned wood can contribute to the preservation of our natural environment.

6. Be considerate to the environment when walking your dog

It’s good manners to bring a bag for disposing of your dogs’ droppings when walking them. These days, you can find biodegradable bags for sale that last 2-3 years, meaning you can enjoy your dog walks in an eco-friendly manner. There are also leashes made of vegan leather without any animal materials and bags for dog walking made from wood waste available for sale. These items give you a great opportunity to make your dog walks more sustainable.

This article covered six different kinds of sustainable efforts that you can try out with your dog. Enjoy a more sustainable lifestyle by choosing items that are good for both your pet dog and the environment!

Originally published on Life Hugger.
Translated by Chris Lee.