Hi friends of Cats, Dogs, and all things scaly, feathered, and furry! It will come as no surprise that the FDA has been derelict in its duty to ensure that our beloved pets remain happy and healthy. We'll, there's an organization called Pets for the Environment that is seeking to create change by fighting for new regulations for pet-food manufacturers in Congress while simultaneously exposing the companies that are putting harmful chemicals in our pets' diets.
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Hopefully your wallet has not been depleted by donations to political campaigns and Bushenomics, because I've recently come across a cause worthy of some help.
In light of 2007's pet-food recall, many pet food owners have become all too aware of the dangers lurking in the foods we provide to our beloved pets. I myself thought that I was giving my two kitties wholesome food, only to be shocked when my brand turned up on the recall list. While many pet owners and consumers of pet products have been awakened, the FDA slumbers on, allowing pet-food manufacturers to mislead consumers into believing that their products are not filled with harmful chemicals that significantly reduce your pets' lives and increase your vet bills. But we can make a difference by forcing the FDA to impose more stringent regulations on pet-food manufacturers.
Learn about what Pets for the Environment is up to, and read Eddie's Blog for updates and ways to support his cause.
Eddie and Pets for the Environment have a simple, but important mission:
ABOUT EDDIE
I'm a dog on a mission.
When nonstick chemicals from a frying pan killed my buddy Feathers, and my feline friend Cleo and I found out that we're full of chemicals too, I was barking mad. Did you know that the humans' government doesn't make companies test chemicals for safety before they start using them in our toys, furniture, or even our food? And where do you think all those flame retardants, mercury, and perfluorochemicals end up? In us! And I know because I was tested. The chemicals in me are the same kinds of chemicals in people, and scientists think that other cats and dogs—and horses and birds and bunnies and snakes—around the country are full of them, too.
That's why I started Pets for the Environment. The humans have made a mess, and they aren't doing anything about it. I need your help educating our humans and getting their government to pass toxic chemical reform legislation. They'll never listen to just one pet, but all of us barking and meowing and cawing and squeaking together can make a lot of noise. Join Pets for the Environment and help me make a difference!
ABOUT PETS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Pets for the Environment was formed in early 2008 when Eddie joined forces with the scientists at Environmental Working Group. Our mission: To create a healthy environment for pets and people by demanding toxic chemical reform legislation in the U.S.
Whether you want safer cat food or a bed that isn't doused in flame-retardants, toxic chemicals reform is the way to make it happen. The industries that create those dangerous chemicals are running the show in this country, and it's time we took a stand. We pets may look cute, but we can be awfully loud when we want to be, and just think of the changes we could make if each of us pets got the humans in our lives involved, too.
Using scientific research and political advocacy, Pets empowers us all to tell the government that we deserve toxic chemical reform legislation. In the meanwhile, Pets provides members with solid advice on reducing exposure that pets and people can use now.
There are two ways that you can help:
- Donate directly to Pets for the Environment.
- Help a super small business that is dedicated to providing pets with only the greenest, healthiest food, snacks, toys, and much more. The Leash We Can Do! is an online store and will be donating 10% of its proceeds for the month of May to Eddie and Pets for the Environment. Get your favorite critter something nice, or buy a gift certificate for a friend with critters, and help make the world a better place for pets at the same time!