Dog food accounts for 1% of UK greenhouse gas emissions, study finds

A recent study by the Universities of Edinburgh and Exeter found that dog food accounts for 1% of the UK's total greenhouse gas emissions. The research, analyzing nearly 1,000 commercial dog foods, revealed significant variations in environmental impact, with some foods producing 65 times more emissions than others. Wet, raw, and meat-rich dog foods were associated with higher emissions compared to dry kibble due to the use of prime meat. Researchers suggest that pet owners can reduce their dogs' carbon footprint by choosing dry food with lower prime meat content. The study highlights the substantial climate impact of dog food production and encourages the pet food industry to consider more sustainable practices.

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