Did you know that at Alma Eko we have a section of sustainable products for pets ? We have the feeling that they are the great forgotten when we move towards a more Eko life and we have the firm intention of finding a solution to this situation.
In this section you will find solid shampoos, dog toys, compostable bags to collect their excrement and brushes to comb them. We want to make it possible to take care of your pets without plastic.
How did we get started?
At home we live with a beautiful dog, Ona . If you follow us on Instagram , you've probably already seen her in stories. We've had up to 3 dogs at a time , so our home has been full of things for them and... Oh, surprise! Practically everything was made of plastic: their food bowls, their toys, parts of their collars or leashes, the inner padding of their beds, the containers for their food and hygiene products...
Plastic-free pet care is now at a PRO level . There are not many options on the market yet . In fact, there are some things for which we have not yet found a plastic-free alternative, but we have implemented certain changes that make us very happy, both humans and animals.
We changed the plastic bowls for metal ones, we offered them toys that you can find in our online store , we switched to solid shampoo to clean them and to wooden brushes with natural bristles. In this way, we not only take better care of the planet, but also the pets are in contact with nobler and healthier materials for them.
The challenges that remain
We still have a long way to go in terms of ensuring that our pets' care is 100% plastic-free, but we are not giving up. Our goal is to get as close to Zero Waste as possible , also with our furry friends.
If the change to a plastic-free life is not easy in our daily lives, if you have pets, finding alternatives can be even more so. The plastic industry is so powerful that it is practically impossible to escape from it today.
We know that the biggest problem is single-use plastics. In the case of pets, opting for compostable bags for their excrement , made from bioplastics (corn starch), is already a big step.
If you have found plastic-free options for pet care that we do not have at Alma Eko, we would love to hear your suggestions . We are always on the lookout for the best option for them and for the planet.
We like to involve you in the creation of our catalogue, because caring for the planet is everyone's business!
