As pet parents, we strive to give our companions the very best—from the food in their bowls to the gear on their backs. But at Healthy Pets Northwest, we believe “the best” shouldn’t come at a cost to the Earth.
This Earth Day, we want to share the incredible sustainability efforts of our brand partners. From pioneers in plastic-neutral packaging to champions of regenerative farming and zero-waste kitchens, these companies aren’t just making pet products; they’re protecting the natural world our pets love to explore. While we could list almost every product in our stores, here are a few in our top categories that are leading the way toward a greener, cleaner future for every paw, wing, and fin.
Dry Pet Food
While this is a massive category, we have settled on three brands that go above and beyond when it comes to earth consciousness.
Nature’s Logic
Though one of our newer offerings, Nature’s Logic is a clear leader in sustainability.
- ☀️ Renewable Energy: Their headquarters and manufacturing are powered by 100% renewable energy.
- ♻️ Plastic Neutrality: They were the first pet brand to offer “Certified Plastic Neutral” packaging for their entire Distinction line.
- Natural Nutrition: By using only whole-food ingredients to provide vitamins (no synthetics), they reduce the chemical footprint of industrial labs.
Petcurean
The Canadian company behind Go! Solutions and Now Fresh has been a leader in sustainability since day one.
- Sustainability Impact Reporting: Now in its 5th year, Petcurean is one of the few companies to release annual, transparent data on their environmental progress.
- PSC Icon Member: They hold the highest level of membership in the Pet Sustainability Coalition, leading industry-wide change.
- Sustainable Development Goals: Petcurean endorses the United Nations SDGs throughout its business—from formulating nutrition to engaging local communities.
Open Farm
- ♻️ TerraCycle Partnership: This dedicated recycling program for their pet food bags is available right here at HPNW.
- Traceability: Every bag features a lot code to trace every ingredient back to the original farm or fishery.
- 🚜 Humanely Raised: They were the first pet food to be certified by “Certified Humane,” which requires higher standards of land management for livestock.
Raw and Freeze-Dried
Green Juju
We love that Green Juju is a nearby Washington-based company, which significantly reduces shipping distances and carbon emissions.
- 🚜 “Imperfectly Perfect” Produce: They use certified organic turmeric and vegetables rejected by grocery stores for aesthetic reasons, preventing food waste.
- 🚜 Regenerative Sourcing: They partner with farms that use pasture-based, regenerative land management systems.
- 🚜 ♻️ Circular Farming: They source mushrooms from farms that use a compost loop to feed surrounding local vegetable farms.
Supplements
Alaska Naturals
When it comes to natural omega oils, Alaska Naturals has been a leader in ethical and sustainable fisheries for a long time.
- Constitutionally Protected Fishery: Sourced from Alaska, the only state with a constitution requiring all fish be managed sustainably.
- Wild-Caught Integrity: Uses 100% wild-caught fish, reducing the environmental risks associated with commercial fish farming.
- Zero Waste: Utilizes parts of the fish that are often bypassed, ensuring the “whole catch” is honored.
Animal Essentials
HPNW has carried Animal Essentials since our beginning because their herbal ingredients are as effective as they are natural.
- 🚜 Botanical Purity: Focuses on organic or ethically wild-harvested herbs to protect natural biodiversity.
- ♻️ Eco-Packaging: Prioritizes recyclable glass and BPA-free plastics.
- Certified Formulas: All products are free from artificial flavors, dyes, and synthetic chemicals, and are NASC-certified for safety.
Dog Chews
Earth Animal
Known for their signature No-Hide® chews, Earth Animal remains a gold standard for ethical treats.
- 1% Promise: Invests 1% of annual net sales into sustainable initiatives and mission-driven organizations.
- PSC Accredited: Named a “Top Performer” by the Pet Sustainability Coalition.
- B Corp Status: Operates with a “Triple Bottom Line” focusing on People, Pets, and the Planet equally.
Catnip and Cat Toys
From the Field
If you want natural toys and potent catnip, this Washington-based company is the perfect choice.
- ☀️ Solar-Dried Excellence: Their catnip is dried using natural sunlight rather than high-energy industrial dehydrators.
- 🚜 Washington-Grown: Sourced from family farms in WA, supporting local agriculture and reducing transport emissions.
- Hemp-Based Toys: Hemp is a “super-crop” that requires very little water and no pesticides to thrive.
Cat Litter
SmartCat Litter (Pioneer Pet)
Pioneer Pet introduce SmartCat All-Natural Litter in 2014 with the goal of providing a a truly all-natural litter that worked, and it still does.
- 🚜 Renewable Grass: Made from 100% USA-grown grasses, which grow much faster than trees or clay.
- Biodegradable & Flushable: Unlike clay litters that sit in landfills forever, this litter is biodegradable and certified flushable.
- Chemical-Free: No synthetic fragrances or perfumes, keeping your indoor air quality clean.
Grooming
earthbath
We have always been fans of earthbath because they are non-toxic and free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates.
- Concentrated Formulas: This reduces plastic packaging and water weight during shipping, lowering their carbon impact.
- Biodegradable Ingredients: Their cleansers are plant-derived and safe for the water system once they go down the drain.
- 🚜 Cruelty-Free & Vegan: They ensure no animal testing or animal by-products are used in their grooming line.
Pickup Bags
Houndscoop
- Certified TDPA® Technology: These bags use additives to help plastic break down faster in aerobic environments, shortening its lifespan from decades to just a few years.
- 🚜 Plant-Based Alternatives: Their “Plant-Based” line is derived from non-GMO cornstarch and is certified 100% compostable.
- ♻️ Zero-Waste Packaging: They use recycled paper cores and boxes—even the small plastic “window” is designed to be easily recycled.
Greenline Pet Supplies
This small company started in a home and is now making a massive impact.
- True Biodegradation: Engineered to biodegrade even in anaerobic environments (landfills) within 48 months.
- ♻️ Recycled Cores: 100% recycled paper cores for every roll.
- 1% Commitment: As a member of 1% for the Planet, Greenline donates 1% of gross sales to environmental nonprofits.
Gear
Ruffwear
For harnesses and leashes, this Oregon-based company has long been an HPNW favorite.
- Conservation Partner: Deeply involved with groups like Protect Our Winters to protect public lands.
- ♻️ Sustainable Materials: Uses bluesign® approved materials and recycled polyester in their gear.
- Quality Guarantee: Designed to be repaired rather than replaced, extending the life of every product.
Small Animal Feed and Hay
Round Lake Farm
- 🚜 Vertical Integration: By owning and operating 4,000 acres in Soap Lake, WA, they significantly reduce their carbon footprint by growing and packaging their own hay.
- 🚜 Innovative Bedding: Leaders in using Aspen and Hemp, the latter of which naturally sequesters carbon back into the soil.
- 🚜 Zero-Waste Harvesting: Their “seed head” technique utilizes the most nutritious parts of the harvest that other commercial operations often discard.
Just a Partial List
This Earth Day, we’re proud to highlight the brands we carry that put the planet first. Please remember that virtually all the brands we carry could be on this list because a commitment to the planet is a core value for us.
We hope you’ll join us in supporting a cleaner, greener world for pets everywhere. Even small changes can make a big difference!