(fun island music) [onscreen text] Green Pets. [onscreen action] Person putting items in recycle bin. Person putting a compact fluorescent bulb in a lamp. [female narrator] These days, more and more people are taking steps to protect the environment and reduce waste by going green. [onscreen action] Woman walking a dog. Man cleaning up dog waste. Dog chewing on toy. Man cleaning pet stain off rug. [narrator] Well, our pets, just like people, can have a negative impact on the environment due to their waste, the use of non-recyclable pet products, and the chemical cleaners used to clean up after them. [onscreen text] Tips for a Green Pet. [narrator] So we're going to give you some tips on how you can green your pet and help protect the environment. [onscreen action] cat looking around. Woman fills litter box with cat litter. [narrator] If you have a cat, you'll go through a lot of kitty litter over the course of her life. [onscreen action] Person scoops up a handful of natural kitty litter pellets. [narrator] One way to be eco-friendly is to use a natural kitty litter, such as pine, wheat, or corn cob. [onscreen action] Cat climbs out of litter box. [narrator] These litters are made of natural ingredients that break down easily compared to artificial litters. [onscreen action] Man curbing his dog. [narrator] If you're a dog parent, you should clean up after your dog with biodegradable bags or boxes. [onscreen action] Woman cleaning up animal waste in her yard. [narrator] Since plastic bags take a thousand years to biodegrade, using recyclable bags or boxes will make a big difference. [onscreen action] Dog chewing on a toy. [narrator] Now stop and think about all the dog toys and catnip you've gone through over the years. [onscreen action] Woman playing with dog. [narrator] Well, there are plenty of pet toys made with recycled materials and natural fibers. [onscreen action] An image of a natural dog product. [narrator] Most of these toys will be branded as natural products, so just be sure to check the label at the store. [onscreen action] Woman putting catnip on a cat toy. [narrator] Catnip is a fun herb that cats just love. [narrator] There are organic varieties grown without chemicals that work just as well. [onscreen action] Cat playing with toy cover in catnip. [narrator] These brands are much better for the environment, and your cat won't know the difference. [onscreen action] Woman grabs cleaning product from cupboard. Woman cleaning various pet messes with cleaner. [narrator] Finally, all pet parents have used some sort of cleaning product to clean up after their pet. Many of these products use harsh chemicals, which are bad for the environment and your pets. We recommend you find a quality cleaner that uses only natural ingredients. These products can clean messes just as well as the chemical cleaners, but are pet-friendly and safe for the environment. [onscreen action] cat sitting in litter box. [narrator] These are just a few of the many things you can do to have a green pet. [onscreen action] Woman using computer next to her dog. [narrator] We recommend you check the internet for sites that offer more advice on keeping your pet eco-friendly.