Happy Earth Day, pet parents! Whether you're a proud dog parent or just someone who believes our pups deserve a cleaner planet, here are 5 easy, meaningful ways to celebrate Earth Day with your furry best friend — and reduce your pawprint while you're at it! 🌍⁠ ⁠ 1. Take a Nature Walk⁠ ⁠ Grab your pup, gear up with a comfortable harness, and hit your favorite trail, park, or beach. Don't forget to clean up after yourselves! 🌲⁠ ⁠ 2. Switch to Compostable Poop Bags⁠ ⁠ As a responsible dog parent, you probably never forget the poop bags—but are they Earth-friendly? Today’s the perfect time to swap to compostable ones that break down naturally and reduce plastic waste. 💩♻️⁠ ⁠ 3. Treat Your Pup to a DIY Upcycled Toy⁠ ⁠ Before tossing that old t-shirt or towel, turn it into a tug toy! Reusing materials is not only fun and budget-friendly but helps keep extra waste out of landfills. Your dog will love it—and you’ll feel good about it, too. 🧸✨⁠ ⁠ 4. Support Sustainable Pet Brands or Pet Shelters⁠ ⁠ Celebrate Earth Day by shopping small and supporting brands that use sustainable packaging, ethical practices, or recycled materials. Don't forget to support shelters or charities that are working towards a safer, cleaner and better world for us all! Even the smallest action can make a difference! 🛍️🐾⁠ ⁠ 5. Pick Up Litter on Your Walk⁠ ⁠ Bring a small bag and gloves on your daily walk and pick up any trash you see along the way. It’s a simple act that helps make your pup’s favorite spots cleaner for everyone! 🧼🐕⁠ ⁠ 🌱 Being a dog parent comes with responsibility—and Earth Day is a great reminder that we can make choices that benefit both our dogs and our planet. Let’s wag, walk, and waste less, together! 🐕💚⁠ ⁠ all photos courtesy of our favorite little adventurers @rosieandpennyy