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Planet Dog Orbee-Tuff Bone:
Made from non-toxic, recyclable materials this bone is available in a
variety of sizes and "chew-o-meter" ratings. Peppermint scented, it
floats, bounces and is very sturdy. $6-$16 at Thunderpaws in Ketchum
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habitat
Green gadgets: We
scoured the valley to find this selection of simple, inexpensive tools
that will help reduce your carbon footprint and, by being available
locally, allow you to expend less energy.
Photos by Paulette
Phlipot. Research by Sabina Dana Plasse.
Wineaway: Remove red wine stains from carpet and
fabrics with this chemical-free stain remover. Made from vegetable
extracts, it is safe for any environment and can prolong the life of
carpets and furniture. $7.99 at Sun Valley Wine Company
Planet Dog Hemp Dog Collar: Made from hemp (one of nature’s strongest fabrics) this collar features a nylon-reinforced plastic quick-release buckle for extra durability. The purchase of Planet Dog items helps fund canine service programs. $14-$17 at BasicsPlus in Hailey
Seventh Generation Free & Clear Dish Liquid:
According to Seventh Generation, if every household replaced just one
25-ounce bottle of petroleum-based dishwashing liquid with this
non-toxic, phosphate-free alternative, it could save 81,000 barrels of
oil. $3.99 at Atkinsons’ Markets and Albertsons
Ecover Ecological Dishwasher Tablets: These tablets are made from
natural plant and mineral-based ingredients and promise to clean and
degrease dishes effectively, leaving no residue. Ecover produces all its
cleaning products in unique, eco-friendly factories. $5.49 at Atkinsons’
Markets and Albertsons
Kiehl’s Abyssine Cream+: Global warming, carbon emissions and air
pollutants cause havoc to the skin. One of the best defenses is this
luxurious moisturizer, made from naturally-derived ingredients, it
defends skin against aging and free-radical damage. $42 at Pure in
Ketchum
Campo light and cell phone charger: This self-chargeable
flashlight uses a side crank to create instant, manual energy for
battery powered devices. It comes with adapters for five cell phone
chargers. $15.99 at Chateau Drug in Ketchum
Garbage Pals: Get rid of chemical deodorizers and replace them
with these holistic crystals to keep garbage pails odorless. Made with
essential oil crystals, they contain 100 percent aromatic lime,
grapefruit or orange scents. Just peel and stick inside the can. $3.99
for one sachet at Ketchum Kitchens
GE Energy Smart™ CFL bulbs: These use less energy and last longer than regular incandescent bulbs. A 15-watt CFL can replace a 60-watt incandescent and produce the same amount of light. The GE line includes spiral, biax and compact fluorescent reflector shapes that fit track, recessed and chandelier lighting. $5.99 at L.L. Green’s Hardware in Hailey