This past March, a record number of dogs and cats died of intoxication. No . . . house pets weren’t lapping up leftovers from St. Patrick’s Day and Mardis Gras. Rather, Buddy and Mittens were the innocent victims of toxic pet food that caused seizures, kidney failure, and eventually death. At the end of March, The FDA confirmed 76 American dogs and cats had died due to contaminated pet food containing traces of Cyanuric Acid and Melamine—a harsh chemical found in plastics and pesticides.

With dogs and cats dropping like flies, many concerned pet owners are making the effort to feed Spot and Whiskers only the best in organic kibble. Now the organic pet food industry is booming! According to MSNBC’s recent investigation into this latest chow trend, the organic pet market is exploding–growing three times faster than the conventional (ahem . . . lethal) pet food industry.

As mentioned in my recent organic cotton post, organic products are better for the environment because their agricultural and manufacturing processes avoid toxic chemicals and synthetic pesticides. These unnecessary additives can pollute and disrupt ecosystems, while also affecting your health and even Fido’s.

The popularity of natural pet food is therefore great news for humans, animals, organic farmers, suppliers, and the planet . . . YAY! My little friend Bugsley (pictured above) is benefiting big time. According to organic food expert Laura Lynn Klein, Bugsley will profit from better digestion, a stronger immune system, and a healthier weight (Bugsley has been getting a little portly). Most of all, I am confident that the food she’s getting is safe—not poisonous. Phewwww now I can relax and know she’s just playing dead . . . not . . . well forget it . . . very bad joke.

Posted on July 13th, 2007 by Olivia Zaleski