How your pet can help you be a local consumer?
Published June 22, 2023.
Mondou Academy
Mondou employee training specialist
Buying local, choosing products made with sustainable ingredients or eco-friendly farming practices… there are plenty of ways to give Fido or Kitty the best while making better choices for the planet.
What does being a locavore mean?
Locavorism is a movement that supports eating foods that were grown locally, as opposed to products that have travelled thousands of kilometres before ending up in your shopping cart. In other words, a locavore is aware of the problems created by the food industry’s manufacturing methods and in response has decided to adopt responsible consumer habits.
What are the advantages of turning your pet into a locavore?
- It’s a healthy option
- It’s a diet that will cater to their refined palate
- It’s a way to support local producers and businesses
- It’s good for the planet
- It’s a practice that reflects your values
Get to know these 5 local companies
Fortunately, it’s never been so easy to purchase high-quality products made locally. Here are a few businesses that are worth getting to know if you want your four-legged friend to adopt a sustainable diet!
1st Choice
Every product sold by this family-owned company is prepared and produced in Boucherville. 1st Choice is also a proud sponsor of numerous SPAs and shelters throughout the province.
Dentler
Dentler is a family-owned business located in Victoriaville whose employees care deeply about animals and nature. From the selection of naturally shed antlers to the choice of packaging materials, each action the company takes is meticulously planned to comply with the highest standards of quality.
Faim Museau
Sarah Gravel, the founder of Faim Museau, believes that your pet deserves to eat well. That’s why her company is dedicated to meeting the nutritional needs of dogs and cats with raw food preparations produced in their manufacturing plant in Quebec.
Vetdiet
Good news! Vetdiet’s dry and wet foods are now made in Quebec in their brand-new cutting-edge manufacturing facility. Vetdiet is also committed to making a difference in the community and donates pet food to several SPAs and shelters in the province.
Wilder Harrier
Wilder Harrier is a Montreal-based company that produces dog food formulated with insects – a sustainable protein. They also sell vegan dog biscuits made with upcycled fruit and veggie pulp from LOOP juices. The company has implemented a recycling program that turns their packaging into new products and donates 1% of their total annual sales to grassroots environmental groups.
At Mondou, you’ll find a wide range of locally made products. We’re also working hard to expand our offering. Speak with one of our advisors if you have any questions or concerns!