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We love spending time with our canine companions, but why is it that we can’t even go to the bathroom without our dog following us to the door?

Different composting techniques result in different blend of beneficial bacteria, but what kind of compost is good for gardening?

Learning how to prepare compost for gardening requires only a few simple things: time, patience, and a little bit wisdom.

Recycling ink cartridges is actually far easier than you may think, and not nearly as expensive as trying to replace the darn things.

There are endless reusable Ziploc bag alternatives on the market these days that are equally durable and more sustainable than single-use baggies.

How sustainable, really, is a tiny house? They can save you money and energy, but they're not for everyone.

They say that cats only purr when they are happy, but hidden within those apparently overt vibrations might be some hidden meaning that many pet parents are not yet aware of.

You can make these face masks at home with resources you likely already have in order to keep your impact down.

CeraVe, the formerly innocuous drugstore skincare brand, has gained a renewed popularity in the age of TikTok, but are the company’s claims of being cruelty-free accurate?

Even if you own a dog that’s prone to getting dirty or smelly, understanding how often you should bathe your dog isn’t always an easy determination to make on your own.

Rechargeable batteries are one of the best ways to minimize your personal environmental impact, but how do you know which rechargeable batteries are the best?

Batteries should never be thrown away in the garbage — here are a few reasons why, plus a guide to recycling them properly.

Not all bedding is cruelty-free or vegan, but finding one the best cruelty-free down comforter alternatives doesn’t have to be a chore.

Can recycled plastics be recycled again, or are expectations for recycled plastic too unrealistic?

Despite the baseless accusations that natural deodorants are ineffective, there are some very compelling reasons for using them.

Though some believe that only the harshest detergents and chemicals are up to the job of lifting oil stains, there are actually quite a few natural methods to alleviate these problematic stains.

Cold frame gardening is a viable, eco-friendly way to extend your harvest into the winter, even if you’re a beginner.

Sulfates are chemical cleansing agents found in both household cleaners and shampoo, but how do they affect our health?

It used to be that the choice between front load and top load washing machines was all due to preference and space inside one's home, but did you know that one has a lower environmental impact than the other?

Microplastics were found in the placentas of unborn babies in a new study.

Permaculture gardening is a great way to cultivate and form a close relationship with the natural world. But what does working with the environment actually entail in this new practice?

Wasps may be common nuisances in some parts of the country, but getting rid of them is still is sometimes a necessity — and it’s not always easy.

Hypoallergenic dogs such as the Cavapoo, Goldendoodle, and Morkie are highly coveted — but you don't have to go to a breeder. Adopt, don't shop, even when it comes to hypoallergenic dogs.

Getting rid of old, broken Christmas lights doesn’t mean just throwing them away, not if you know how to recycle Christmas lights.

You know PVC is bad for the environment — here’s why.

Nowadays, it seems like everybody has an opinion on the many benefits of apple cider vinegar, but is this miraculous condiment as amazing as it’s cracked up to be?

If you’re short on space, planting an indoor garden may seem out of the question, but we have some solid vertical gardening ideas that can help you think about gardening in a whole new dimension.

No till gardening saves time and effort without sacrificing the health and fertility of your garden, but how do you get started?

It’s not always essential to test the pH of your soil before planting, but doing so can help you overcome a number of troublesome issues down the line.

Gardening can be a great way to relax and commune with the Earth in a very tangible way but did you know that it’s actually important to the environment as well?

Soil is a key piece of the gardening puzzle, but knowing how to prepare soil for gardening is more complex than simply digging up a patch of dirt and putting it in a flower pot.

Period underwear is a great way to reduce the impact of your menstrual cycle. Here are five sustainable and affordable options.

If you’re zero waste, it might be difficult to find ways to wrap up your leftovers without plastic, but there are a few zero-waste reusable food containers and lids to make things easier.

Finding an eco-friendly mattress can be fairly daunting, especially if you don’t understand what makes a mattress eco-friendly in the first place.

Cats can be behave rather strangely but when you find them sitting in the litter box for a long period of time, it could mean something serious.

Mice are persistent pests of the highest order, and while it’s easy enough to dispatch them, knowing how to catch a mouse humanely is a bit more complicated.

Cats are not known to be heavy droolers but sometimes a little bit slips out here and there, but are cats drooling because they’re hungry or for different reasons?

Grease fires are one the most difficult and dangerous fires to have in your home, and knowing how to stoop one is the key to avoiding a life or death situation.

Here’s what happens when your dog consumes chocolate (and what you should do if that happens).

Slugs are slow and slimy pests that we seem determined to get rid of. But why does salt kill slugs anyway?