Excessive road salt threatens public health and wildlife
Many people and municipalities turn to road salt to de-ice wintry streets and sidewalks. Unfortunately, road salt...
Innovative fish adoption program protects San Marcos River from invasive species
Like any ecosystem, the San Marcos River is happier without invasive species taking over. This spring-fed river...
Fairmont canine ambassador program promotes human-animal connection
It’s uncommon to see people flop down on the carpet in an upscale hotel lobby. But at the Fairmont Banff Springs...
Vegan dog food company continues its international expansion
V-planet, the San Francisco-based company that manufactures 100 percent vegan products for dogs, has just expanded...
7 ways to be a sustainable and eco-friendly pet owner
Whether we realize it or not, every choice we make for our furry friends has the potential to impact the environment....
Pet food manufacturers are experimenting with insects instead of meat
It is now a well-established fact that there is a link between human meat consumption and climate change, thanks...
17 easy ways to upcycle worn out sweaters
Wardrobe upcycling is nothing new. After all, when you think about it, clothing is made from cloth. Lots of other...
Can vegan pet food be good for the planet and your pet?
Does your pup hover at your feet when the smell of bacon or steak wafts in his direction? It’s no surprise, considering...
A guide to the best eco-friendly holiday gifts for pets
Our pets are our best friends … our family. That’s why it is important to spoil your animals with eco-friendly...
This sustainable dog house has a green roof and solar-powered fan to keep cool
Green design has touched every aspect of our world, and now even our little furry friends can play their part in...
Exotic pets are most likely to be released in the wild and become invasive species
With imports of Fish and Wildlife-regulated reptiles exceeding one million individuals each year, it is no surprise...
Maryland just banned the sale of puppies and kittens in pet stores
Maryland just became the second state in America to ban pet stores from selling puppies and kittens. Animal rights...
IKEA is offering furniture for pets – and it’s adorable
It's here - the modern, inexpensive pet furniture of your dreams. IKEA is now selling furniture and accessories...
Light-filled home for book lovers and their cute cats is built of recycled materials
If you’re a bibliophile who loves cats, prepare to swoon over this light-filled row home in New York City. Barker...
Biodegradable PawPods: a better way to bury your pet
Burying a beloved pet is never easy. But PawPods' bamboo and rice husk pods offer a thoughtful, biodegradable option...
JFK Airport is opening a $65 million pet terminal
Traveling with pets just got a little bit easier for anyone passing through New York’s John F. Kennedy airport....
Plants grow and chickens roam inside this barn turned artist studio
The studio sits on a vineyard in Sebastopol, blending with the surroundings thanks to its vernacular architecture. The...
Fish with “human-like teeth” spotted in Michigan lakes
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently reported finding fish with "human-like teeth" in southeastern...
Pilots break the rules to save stranded pets from Fort McMurray fire
During the devastating Fort McMurray wildfire, people weren't the only ones who needed to escape. Hundreds of pets...
This modular cardboard cat house is the ultimate play space for kitty
Looking for a way to keep your cat occupied (a.k.a away from your couch arms)? Behold, the BOX KITTY, a modular...
Vet eats breakfast with rescue dog in her cage to rebuild her trust in humans
Heartwarming stories of rescue dogs bouncing back from times of misery and pain seem to be just as numerous as...
New hoodie lets you wear your pet like a baby kangaroo
The Mewgaroo's "cat purse pocket" is supposedly designed for owners to tote around their cat or small critter around...
Vincent the disabled cat receives new titanium legs
In a experimental procedure, a 3-year-old cat named Vincent has been fitted with rare, high-tech titanium prosthetics...
INFOGRAPHIC: How to make your home more allergy-friendly
It's likely that we all know someone who is affected by allergies, and it’s hard to keep triggers at bay, especially...
Why, exactly, are chickens wearing sweaters?
We've knit mittens for koalas and put shoes on our dogs, but the question remains, what about the chickens? Do...
MEMA Pets’ Vegan ALU Dog Collar is Made from Cork and Hemp
MEMA Pets is a new pet company dedicated to modern, durable products that make your and your pet's life better....
Whole Foods’ Sale of Rabbit Meat Sparks Widespread Protest Plans
Whole Foods has been selling farmed rabbit meat in selected outlets across the U.S. for most of the summer. The...
Take Action to Help Ban Horrific, Perverted Animal ‘Crush’ Videos in the Philippines
Dear Inhabitat reader, do you have pets? Pets give us unconditional love, protect us, and keep us warm at night,...
Adorable Crocheted Cozies Make Pet Turtles Stand Out
Sure, the green and yellow hues of an au-natural tortoise shell may be beautiful in its own right, but it can make...