SafePaw to protect your pet’s paws and the environment.

Right now its snowing and freezing rain here in Boston and I have to go down to shovel and de-ice our walk. My neighbor uses SafePaw and highly recommends it, sadly, I have to go across the street to see if I can borrow some – as I was thinking maybe we could squeek by this winter with no snow. Here is the scoop on SafePaw…

From SafePaw’s fact sheet “Children, pets, surfaces and the environment can be adversely affected by the use of rock salt and salt-based ice melter products used by households in the winter. A recent national survey shows that 60 percent of American households use these products in the winter. And, an alarming 62 percent are unaware of the health dangers associated with the use of these products. Safe Paw is the only 100 percent salt-free ice melter on the market and is 100 percent safe for children, pets, surfaces and the environment. It is the smart and safe product to use with winter, and Safe Paw’s pellets are green to make it easy for consumers to know the difference.”
Here is a link to the rest of the article.

Cool new Green Plush Toys from WestPaw Design.com various prices – generally $9.00 – 13.00 US

Several artfully designed and environmentally friendly plush and squeaky dog toys from westpaw design. Many fun types available. Made from recycled soda bottles and other recycled materials. My golden is rather fond of frogs and this one should be the perfect birthday present for her.

The best toy ever for your cat is a mouse that really isn’t a mouse. Well, this mouse is an eco-friendly mouse because of what he’s made from and not how he lives. Real mice are disgusting but great fun for your cat to catch, but eco-friendly mice are clean for your house and safe for your pet! They won’t make you scream either! The eco-friendly mice come in a box of 48 so they are never without friends! They have long tails, perfect for catching and tossing in the air or to a feline friend. Cats measure five inches long and are gray.

Buy your eco-friendly mouse toys from Amazon.com for $44.95.

Available in four different styles, these pillows are really eco-friendly. They’re made with a 100% hemp canvas shell containing a 100% unbleached cotton inner bag. The stuffing is a mix of recycled poly-cotton and scrap foam that would otherwise be headed for landfill. All the pillows are hand-dyed and are available in a choice of four different patterns. They start out comfy, but get even softer as they’re used and washed, turning them into a favorite snoozing spot over time!

The pillows are available for $44.00 from Earthdog.

Use the Wee Cleaner Pet Urine Odor Remover and remove odors on the first try. This natural but enzyme-free cleaner works by neutralizing urine odor, not just covering it up like perfumed cleaners. Fast, effective, and safe for just about every surface in your home. Works on new and old odors, for dogs, cats, squirrels, gerbils, rabbits, humans, and even horses and bats. Contains no perfumes or enzymes, and they guarantee it will work. Now you don’t need to throw that pee stained couch or rug into the landfill, now there is hope for a clean smelling home.

Available in two sizes – 32 oz. bottle for $14.99 or gallon bottle for $29.99 at WeeCleaner.

This concoction  is essential for any dog owner, especially if you are housetraining a puppy.  It uses non-toxic, natural enzymes to dissolve the odor-causing chemical compounds in the mess your dog left on your rug.  Good stuff! Available from All Pets Considered for $6.99-$29.99 a bottle, depending on the size.

If you are into attracting wild birds and enjoy watching them cavort in a birdbath but don’t want to clean up any mess with chemical crap then you might want to check out this soy-based spray bird bath cleaner that will not harm the birds or your garden. This organic cleaner, called Microbe-Lift Birdbath Statuary Cleaner, 32 oz will wash away the muck from stone, brick, and will even restore their surfaces and keep them looking new.

Filled with buckwheat hulls and scented with natural lavender, this top of the line futon bed will give your dog only the sweetest of dreams come true! The organic cotton cover is removable and machine washable.
$79.00 for small (18 x25″), $115.00 for medium (24 x 36″), and $155.00 for large (30 x 40″). at Kushtush Organics
Note: Free shipping on orders of $100.00

A tough ball that withstands chewing is a great toy for your pet. These ones float as well as bounce making them fun for water-loving dogs and owners too. They are made from a tough non-toxic material, that is in itself reclaimed from the manufacture of other Planet Dog products, reducing their wastage and making it a good eco-friendly choice. These balls are very durable but they are recyclable at the end of their lifespan, so that is one less thing for the landfill. Their motto ‘reduce, reuse, rewoof’ just about sums it up! In the mean time you can have lots of great playtime with your dog.

Costs $9.80 from SitStay

Dog breath can be very off-putting even for the most devoted pet owner. Give your pet treats that combine breath freshening herbs with tasty crunch and your pet can be much nicer to cuddle with! These dog biscuits contains 95% organic ingredients and include mint, parsley and ginger to help freshen the breath. They are wheat free, using oat and rye as a base and have no preservatives or fillers. They are quite small so perhaps better for smaller breeds to get more of a crunch from. They smell quite strong but owner reviews found that most pets liked them and they also help with dental health and plaque.

Costs $9.99 for 1lb pack at Only Natural Pet Store.