Like many dog owners, I feel a sense of responsibility to the environment. Being in the business of dog care, it is then doubly important, to me, to leave as little of my carbon footprint as I commune with dogs and nature.
The first challenge is the poop and scooping. How to take care of the poop without the always present plastic bag? I use biodegradable bags! No more guilt about filling the landfills with plastic bags that would survive 50 years or more. And now, when a dog does his/her business, she is helping the environment rather than contributing to more non-decomposable waste.
Second challenge: car emissions. I have to have a van for transportation, but I plan my routes to minimize travel and if possible, I'll take my bicycle. More exercise for me, less carbon emissions.
Third challenge: dog friendly treats. Solution...I bake 'em. Yummy, delicious, delectable dog biscuits that each dog gets at the end of a visit. No chemicals, no preservatives and made with love!
Fourth challenge: paper waste. Most of my marketing is via the web. I do have to use some paper, but whenever possible, I'll use the power of the internet. I'm using electricity, but not wasting forest resources.
What are you doing to help offset your carbon footprint? Happy Earth Day.
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