Riva’s Pups: Join the Revolution for a Plastic-Free Pup World

Let’s cut to the chase. The pet industry is a disaster when it comes to waste. Everywhere you look—plastic bags, plastic packaging, plastic toys—and zero thought for the planet. It’s as if the people making these products haven’t realised that your dog’s world doesn’t just revolve around you throwing a ball—there’s a whole planet out there they’re running around on. And that planet? It’s starting to look a little bit… well, trashed.

But here’s the thing. We’re done with all that. At Riva’s Pups, we’re shaking up the dog world, one wag at a time. It’s time to stop pretending we can keep up the “cheap, plastic-wrapped, everything-must-go” model. Because here’s the truth: you can’t care about your dog and trash the planet they live on. It’s time to change the game.

The Plastic Problem: The Dog Industry’s Dirty Little Secret

Take a stroll through any pet store and what do you see? A mountain of plastic. Everything is wrapped in plastic—treats, toys, food, accessories—all of it. And yet, these companies are happy to slap a label on it that says “good for your dog.” Good for your dog? It’s not even good for the planet your dog’s running on.

It’s the ultimate contradiction: plastic wrapped in fancy marketing, all in the name of your dog’s health. Well, we’re calling BS on that. You can’t be “good for your dog” and simultaneously pollute the planet they love to sniff around. So, Riva’s Pups is here to put an end to this madness.

The Change We’re Making: No More Excuses, Only Action

Here’s what we’re doing right now to show the dog industry that it’s time to shape up or ship out:

1. Compostable Treat Bags Single-use plastic bags? Not on our watch. Our treat bags are compostable, so you can spoil your dog and feel good about it. No guilt. Just wagging tails.

2. Kraft Paper Dog Food Bags The future is paper. Our dog food is now in kraft paper bags that are recyclable and biodegradable. They won’t hang around in a landfill for centuries, unlike that plastic food bag your dog definitelydidn’t finish.

3. ‘Wonky’ Boxes Oh, you want fresh, new packaging? How about no. We reuse “wonky” boxes—those perfectly good ones with a dent or a crease. They’re sturdy, they work, and they help cut down on unnecessary waste. Recycling? We’re already ahead of the game.

4. Monthly Donations to Battersea Dog Home Every month, we send love to Battersea Dog Home, an organisation that’s working hard to rescue and rehome pups in need. And since it’s all about giving back, we’re also collecting for Little Valley Animal Shelter at our events and markets. It's the right thing to do.

5. Non-Profit & Charity Events Only We’re done with those huge commercial festivals where everything is made to be bought and thrown away. Instead, we’re all about supporting non-profit, charity-driven events that actually matter—like St. Giles Animal Welfare, Little Valley Animal Shelter, and Forestry England. No plastic waste, just people and pups working together for good.

What’s Next: We’re Just Getting Started

This is only the beginning. We’ve got big plans, and we’re not slowing down:

• Paper Labels (We’re Working On It) Right now, our labels are doing the job, but we’re actively working on sourcing paper labels that don’t rely on plastic. We’re not there yet, but it’s something we’re determined to achieve. Stay tuned.

• Partnering with Sustainable Accessory Brands We’re all about food, but we’re also making sure that your pup’s accessories aren’t going to trash the planet. We’re teaming up with eco-conscious brands like Adios (compostable poop bags) and are in the process of finding ocean plastic dog toys. Let the pros do their thing, we’ll just make sure they’re doing it sustainably.

• Cutting Plastic Out of Everything We’re on a mission to eliminate plastic from every corner of our business. From packaging to products, if it’s unnecessary and plastic, it’s out the door. We don’t need it. And neither do you.

The Ultimate Goal: 1% for the Planet

We’re not just making changes at Riva’s Pups for the sake of a trendy label. We’re about real, lasting impact. That’s why we’re working towards joining 1% for the Planet, a movement where businesses commit a percentage of their profits to environmental causes. This is how we do our bit to help save the planet—because your dog deserves a world that’s still worth playing in.

Happy Pups, Happy Earth

Here’s the deal: we’re done with the status quo. Looking after your dog shouldn’t come at the cost of the planet they’re running on. Happy pups, happy Earth is our rallying cry, and it’s time we all did our part to make it a reality. The days of stacking products high, wrapping them in plastic, and pretending it’s “good for your dog” are over.

At Riva’s Pups, we’re leading the charge. We’re not here for fancy marketing tricks or quick fixes. We’re here for real change—and we’re not stopping until the dog world is as clean as your dog’s conscience after a good bath.

Are you in? It’s time to join the revolution. Let’s make sure our pups’ world isn’t just full of treats, but a planet that can still provide them. One less plastic bag, one less dog toy, one less plastic-wrapped snack at a time. Together, we can change the game.