Solutions
Looking for inspiration and solutions for living more sustainably? Check out these daily highlights of innovative brands and products in apparel, home, food, travel, beauty, spirits, mobility and more!
West Paw Proves That What's Good for Your Dog Can Also Be Good for the Planet
West Paw is a Montana-based pet brand that has spent nearly 30 years building toys, treats and accessories that are as good for the planet as they are for your dog. From ocean-bound plastic toys to regenerative beef treats and a closed-loop recycling program, they're showing the pet industry what it looks like to do things right.
Listen: Greening My... Pet Care -- Practical Solutions for Lighter Pawprints
In this episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series, we explore how everyday pet care choices, from food and treats to toys and waste, are evolving with more thoughtful, lower-impact options. Listen and discover simple ways to care for your pets while making choices that are a bit more mindful for the planet.
Wild Earth Showcases Cleaner, Greener Nutrition for Dogs and Cats
In this Inside Expo West interview, Seeing Green speaks with Wild Earth about the company’s plant-based pet foods and treats designed for dogs and cats. By replacing traditional meat ingredients with alternative proteins, the brand aims to support pet health while reducing the environmental footprint of conventional pet food.
Earthbath Keeps Pet Care Gentle, Plant-Based and Cruelty-Free
Earthbath is a San Francisco–based pet grooming brand creating plant-based shampoos, conditioners, wipes and sprays designed for the health and happiness of pets, people and the planet. Its vegan, cruelty-free formulas are made without parabens, sulfates or phthalates, and are crafted with purposeful ingredients and responsible manufacturing practices.
Ruffwear Tackles Trail-Tested Gear for Dogs That’s Built Sustainably
Ruffwear is an Oregon-based outdoor dog brand reimagining gear with conscious design, from harnesses and coats to toys and bowls. With Bluesign® fabrics, PFAS-free products, renewable energy and a resale program through Ruffworn, they’re proving that what’s better for the planet can also be better for our pets.
Our Faves: Rethinking the Everyday Dog Bowl
As more dog parents look closely at ingredients, digestion and overall health, a new wave of cleaner, simpler pet food options is emerging. We explore how lighter, thoughtfully formulated dog foods can support sensitive stomachs and everyday wellness, with sustainability as a meaningful bonus.
Jiminy’s Is Making a Smaller Pawprint With Insect-Based Pet Food
Jiminy’s is a sustainable pet food brand rethinking dog nutrition through the use of insect protein, starting with crickets and grubs that are gentle on dogs and dramatically lighter on the planet. Through thoughtfully formulated dog food, treats and dental chews, Jiminy’s delivers real health benefits for pets while helping reduce the environmental footprint of what ends up in their bowl.
BrewBix Gives Brewery Leftovers a Second Life — as Dog Treats
BrewBix is a UK-based dog treat brand that upcycles leftover grain from craft brewing into vegan-friendly biscuits designed to reduce food waste. By focusing on simple ingredients, thoughtful production and plastic-free, paper-based packaging, BrewBix aims to make it easier for pet parents to choose treats that are better for their dogs and the planet.
12 Days of Greener Giving: Day 7 - Planet-Friendly Pet Care
Indulgent, lower-impact pet care essentials are our pick for today’s 12 Days of Greener Giving, offering gifts that bring comfort, play and lighter-footprint choices into everyday life with our furry companions. Click through for some of our favorite brands that blend durability, sustainability and thoughtful design for the pets you love (or to elevate your own daily routine with them).
Dog & Whistle Turns Food Waste Into Real Nutrition for Dogs
Dog & Whistle is a sustainable pet wellness brand turning surplus, human-grade ingredients into nutritious meals and treats for dogs. By upcycling food that would otherwise go to waste, they’re helping reshape pet nutrition while significantly reducing environmental impact.
Beco Pets Is Reimagining Pet Essentials for a Greener Future
Beco Pets is a UK-based sustainable pet brand on a mission to reduce the environmental impact of pet ownership. From plant-powered treats and eco-friendly toys to compostable poop bags and closed-loop production practices, Beco proves you can care deeply for your pet and the planet at the same time.
Our Faves: Planet-Conscious Pet Accessories
Eco-conscious pet brands are transforming how we care for our animals by designing toys, beds and gear that protect the planet while enhancing pet wellness. This post highlights three innovators proving that sustainability and performance go paw-in-paw.
Podcast: Greening My… Pet Care
In this new episode of our Greening My… series — where we unpack our homes and everyday habits to explore practical ways to live a bit lighter — we’re focusing on pet care. We break down the opportunities across food and treats, toys and accessories, and waste, suggest realistic shifts you can make today and spotlight some of our favorite brands already proving that caring for pets can also care for the planet.
Earth Animal Rethinks Pet Care for the Planet
Founded in 1979, Earth Animal’s purpose is simple yet powerful: make the highest quality pet products, always consider environmental impact, and do it all another way. From their vet-formulated supplements to their now-iconic No-Hide® Chews, this family-owned brand has always put animal well-being, transparency and planetary care at the heart of their mission.
Tuggs Serves Up Fresh, Sustainably Sourced Meals for Dogs
Tuggs is an award-winning UK-based pet wellness company offering personalized, gently cooked meals for dogs in a sustainable way. Founded in 2022, Tuggs is on a mission to help dogs thrive without sacrificing the planet.
The Pack Is Redefining Pet Nutrition with Plant-Based Meals for Dogs
The Pack is a UK-based pet food company on a mission to revolutionize how we feed our dogs by making nutritious, healthy plant-based nutrition the new norm. Founded by a team of animal lovers and sustainability advocates, The Pack offers a range of nutritionally complete wet and dry dog foods crafted entirely from plant-based ingredients.
Shameless Pets Turns Food Waste into Sustainable Pet Treats
Shameless Pets is a pet treat company on a mission to create delicious, functional snacks for dogs and cats while tackling food waste in the process. Launched in 2018, the brand offers a wide variety of soft-baked treats, dental sticks, jerky bites and calming chews that incorporate upcycled ingredients such as misfit apples, underused sweet potatoes and spent brewers’ grain and transform them into nutrient-rich pet treats.
P.L.A.Y. Designs Pet Beds and Toys with Purpose and Planet in Mind
P.L.A.Y. (Pet Lifestyle And You) is a San Francisco-based company that creates thoughtfully designed, high-quality pet products with pets, people and the planet in mind. Specializing in stylish and eco-friendly pet beds, toys and accessories, P.L.A.Y. aims to bring comfort, durability and modern aesthetics into the world of pet essentials.
V-Dog Proves Plant-Based Nutrition Works for Pets Too
V-Dog is a pioneering plant-based pet food company on a mission to revolutionize the way we feed our furry family members one dog bowl at a time. Established in 2005, V-Dog offers 100% vegan dog food, treats and chews designed to support optimal canine health without animal products.
HOWND’s Kinder, More Sustainable Approach to Caring for Dogs
HOWND is a UK-based pet care brand dedicated to creating ethically produced, plant-powered products for dogs. Their range includes grooming essentials, skin and coat care, and plant-based treats—all formulated without harsh chemicals, animal byproducts or artificial additives.