Which products have recyclable packaging?
As we are gradually transitioning, here are our products that currently have recyclable packaging:
- Freeze-Dried Raw Patties
- Freeze-Dried Raw Meal Mixers
- Freeze-Dried Raw Dinner Patties
- Freeze-Dried Raw Lil’ Bites
- Freeze-Dried Raw Meal Mixers
- Freeze-Dried Raw Meal Mixers SuperBlends
- Freeze-Dried Raw Dinner Morsels
- Freeze-Dried Raw Stella’s Solutions
- Freeze-Dried Raw Single Ingredient Treats
- Freeze-Dried Raw Carnivore Crunch
- Freeze-Dried Raw Wild Weenies
- Freeze-Dried Raw Coated Biscuits
- Crav’n Bacon Bites
- Frozen Raw Stella’s Selects
- Frozen Raw Dinner Patties
- Frozen Raw Dinner Morsels
- Marie’s Kitchen Gently Cooked
What is the difference between your original packaging and the new recyclable packaging?
We continue to use barrier bags that are specifically designed to keep the food fresh and safe. The recyclable bags are shinier and thinner with the recycling logo on the front and do require scissors to open due to the nature of the new bag material. The recyclable bags remain structurally sound but are ultimately healthier for the environment.
How can I recycle the new bag?
These bags can be recycled curbside but check with your local municipality/community to determine which recycling numbers they accept. If not accepted curbside, the bags can be recycled similarly to plastic shopping bags via the drop boxes in front of grocery and/or department stores.
What is the recycling number for the products transitioning to recyclable packaging?
Our recyclable bags are number 4.
Why aren’t you making all of your packaging recyclable?
We’ve started with a limited selection of products in a phased approach to gain learnings from our retailer partners and pet parents as we expand our recyclable offerings. Our initial focus is on transitioning our frozen and freeze-dried raw products to recyclable packaging.
Why wasn’t your packaging recyclable before?
It’s taken some time and years of research, but we’ve finally found a sustainable option that also meets our high standards for food safety and quality.
Does the product remain the same?
YES. Formulation, quality and nutrition remain the same, and we haven’t touched our recipes. The only thing changing is the packaging.
How do I store the product in the recyclable packaging?
As we always recommend, continue to store the product in its original packaging. It’s still a barrier bag specifically designed to keep the food fresh and safe. The shelf life remains the same and is printed on the bag.
Why are some bags recyclable while others aren’t?
Most packaging that isn’t recyclable is composed of multiple layers of different types of plastic that is impossible to melt down during the recycling process. Recyclable packaging, like our new bags, is composed of a single type of plastic that can be processed more efficiently.
What happens to the bags when they are recycled?
The bags will be sorted and transported to a materials recycling facility and sold to companies who will repurpose the melted down plastic.