Furball has been using the same cat carrier for about 7 years now. I bought a sturdy plastic Petmate carrier and it’s still in great shape, so he really doesn’t need another one. However, when I was doing research for Make Your Own Cat Toys: Saving the Planet One Cat Toy at a Time, I learned about new eco-friendly cat carriers that I didn’t know had existed. I thought I’d share what I found out about green cat carriers in case you’re looking for a carrier or know someone who is.

Petmate Plastic Kennels

When I started writing the book, I wondered why pet carriers were not made from recycled plastic. It seemed like a no-brainer. If companies can make adirondack chairs out of recycled plastic, surely a box to hold a 12 pound cat couldn’t be that difficult. My investigations led me to the local PetSmart where I discovered that Petmate is indeed making kennels from recycled materials. They’re committed to using at least 25% recycled material in their products.

For more info, check out:

• Petmate’s Commitment to the Environment
• Petmate’s Cat Carriers

Soft Construction Cat Carriers

The soft carriers tend to be more like shoulder bags for little barking dogs, but I have seen people using  soft carriers for their cats. I wouldn’t recommend it, but then again, my cat is pretty squirmy and hyperactive. Here are a few examples:

• Hemp Pet Carriers
• Earth Doggy Nylon Pet Carrier – made from recycled water bottles

HOW YOU CAN TAKE ACTION TODAY

Today, I’m giving you a break in the 30-Day Green Cat Challenge. All you need to do is mention the new eco-friendly pet carrier options to friends if they’re getting a new cat or dog.