Why Organic Food is Better for your Pooch and the Environment

Our dogs and cats too have a much worse impact on the environment than a pet budgie or guinea pig mainly due to their carnivourous diets. In a study published in New Scientist, a medium dog eats around 164kg of meat and 95 kg of cereals a year which equates to 43.3 square metres of land to produce 1kg of chicken a year. While some argue that pet food is made from the parts of animals that we don't eat, it is also important to note that the 'premium' ranges available use 'choice' cuts of meat and they are popular because owners want their pet to eat as well as they do.

 Robert Vale, one of the authors of  'Time to Eat the Dog?' explains that when buying pet food to opt for poultry and rabbit because they have less of an environmental impact than red meat or fish.

The fact is most of this commerical pet food has not been produced in an eco friendly way and has travelled across oceans to get to your door. Why not play chef for your pets and try to use organic veggies and meat. By eliminating the transportation and packaging of commercial petfood you'll  know exactly what is going into your pets meals and you will be doing the planet a big favour. If you haven't got time for homemade meals plenty of holistic pet stores stock local organic dinners and in Sydney, Sassy Treats delivers home cooked organic meals for your dog straight to your door. 

So why not go down the organic path? Minimally processed foods that exclude harsh pesticides, antibiotics and artificial ingredients and preservatives will result in a happier healthir pet and most likely reduce vet bills and extend quality of life.