We have both a cat and a dog, and both (the cat more than the dog) make a impact on the environment.
For doggie poop bags, we found BioBags at Western Farm Center (near the train area of Santa Rosa - sits between 7th and 8th off Wilson) They are made from cornstarch so they biodegrade quickly and easily. They are dark green to provide "privacy" and hold up pretty well. The seams are fragile only in getting them out of the box.
For the kitty box I recently discovered two different types of litter. One is Swheat Scoop and it's made from wheat. It's scoopable (not sure about flushable because I don't like that idea) and has worked really well. (I also don't scoop it - just change it weekly) Not a lot of tracking and dust, and good odor control. The other kind I recently bought is Yesterday's News made from recycled newspaper. We have yet to try it, but looks to at least be low dust. Disclaimer: Auscaar's (the cat) box is in the garage, so the odor comments are based on that size of a room and getting fresh air in there daily... Both litters I have found at various grocery stores and Target.
I am still trying to figure out a more environmental disposal of the litter from my garbage bag routine I have now. This may seem bad, but he's old - 17.5 years! - so who knows how much longer it will be an issue.
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My mom uses Yesterday's News and she said it works great (coming from a vet tech with access to any and all litter available!)
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