Premium dog foods can have a bigger dietary carbon footprint than their owners


By AGENCY
Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have a bigger dietary carbon footprint than their owners, a new study has found. — CHRISTIN KLOSE/dpa

Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have a bigger dietary carbon footprint than their owners, a new study has found.

Scientists from the Universities of Edinburgh and Exeter calculated the carbon footprint of almost 1,000 commercially available dog foods, based on emissions generated during the production of ingredients.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
pets , dogs , climate change

Next In Living

Korea’s sizzling treat: Jeon is a Korean favourite for a reason – here’s why
US colleges see spike in students with disabilities, including elite schools
Malaysian restaurant Au Jardin ranks No 39 on the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list
Tipsy-Turvy Quick Shots: Special Releases, World Class, and collaborations
How to keep your dog entertained while indoors
Argentina’s wine industry withers on the vine as consumption hits a record low
Breakup home deco? When a fresh start means a fresh interior
To save or splurge? Young Malaysians share what they do with their duit raya
In this New York City home, a hidden passageway was a link to freedom
TV is not just for humans anymore, but pets as well

Others Also Read