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Can we afford to continue to keep pets — environmentally and financially?

Future Tense

CHAPTER

The Environmental Cost of Pet Ownership

This chapter examines the substantial environmental impact of pet ownership, particularly emphasizing the greenhouse gas emissions associated with pet food production. It highlights the shift in societal perceptions of pets, transforming them into beloved family members, and discusses the implications of extravagant spending on pet products in the context of sustainability. The conversation also touches upon the mutual understanding developed between humans and pets, reflecting changing family dynamics and the challenges of aligning pet care with broader environmental concerns.

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