If you’re like many of us, you try to make decisions to reduce your carbon footprint. But have you ever thought about the ecological paw prints that your pets are leaving? The size of their paw prints largely depends on us as pet owners.
Why you should compost:
- Saves you money on fertilizer and naturally improves the soil
- Reduces landfills and saves resources
- Promotes water retention, therefore you have to water less
- Reduces the amount of chemicals that run into our water sources
What pet owners should compost:
Pet hair: Pet hair is a great source of nitrogen and can yield wonderful results in your soil. Some people add it directly to the soil before it decomposes to allow birds to use it for nesting as well. (Hint: You can empty your vacuum or dustpan into your compost bin directly after cleaning!)
Nail clippings: Nail clippings, like hair, are also a good source of nitrogen for the soil as long as they are free from polish. (That goes for humans, too.)
Pet food: If you have old or stale pet food, consider composting it instead of throwing it out this time.
Feathers: Whether you’re a bird owner or you have old feather pillows that need to be retired, adding feathers to your compost bin is easy and one of the most nitrogen rich substances.
Manure: (non-meat eaters only!) Manure from herbivores such as horses, cows, pigs, chickens, etc., contain a plethora of micro-nutrients and organic matter. This will not only aid in plant growth but will also minimize animal waste. (Note: It is not suggested that you mix cat or dog poop with your compost bin or any other meat eating animals.)
Taking these easy steps will not only help preserve our planet but also help preserve your bank account by saving you money. For more pet and Eco-safe products such as organic pesticides and mulches, visit www.cedarcide.com
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