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Earth Day: 45 Years of Caring for Earth; Be a Leader, Reduce Your Pet's Carbon Pawprint

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Our FiveSibes Earth Day Poster     We are going "wordy" for today's Wordless Wednesday as we are sharing in the Earth Day celebration! This year marks 45 years of the Earth Day Network caring and promoting for the care of our Earth - everyone's backyard. States EarthDay.org, "Earth Day 2015. The year in which economic growth and sustainability join hands. The year in which world leaders finally pass a binding climate change treaty. The year in which citizens and organizations divest from fossil fuels and put their money into renewable energy solutions. These are tough issues but we know what’s at stake is the future of our planet and the survival of life on earth. On Earth Day we need you to take a stand so that together, we can show the world a new direction. It’s our turn to lead. So our world leaders can follow by example. In 2015, let's redefine what progress looks like. It’s Our Turn to Lead ." We here at the FiveSibes have thought ...

It's Earth Day: What's Your Dog's Carbon Pawprint?

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Be good to the Earth, it's good to us! Today as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, let's all help our planet by thinking "green" and reminding others to do the same. We have been thinking about our own carbon footprints for many years, but have you thought about your pet's? Here are some very simple things to do (in no particular order) to help our dog's "think green," by helping to maintain and reduce their carbon "pawprints": Recycle pet food containers instead of throwing them in with the trash. Use chemical-free household cleaners (we should be anyway for the safety of our pet) Use biodegradeable "doggy-do" bags Recycle old dog beds and blankets. Stich 'em up, give 'em a wash, and donate to shelters. Walk your dog whenever possible instead going by car  Use recycle shopping bags when going grocery shopping for your pet supplies and food "Today, on Earth Day, celebrate the ea...