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How Do We Measure our Carbon Footprint?

How Do We Measure our Carbon Footprint?

Project Hive Pet Company has released its second annual Impact Report. In it, we talk about our impact on habitat in North America as well as our carbon emissions. Wondering how a small business like ours measures its carbon footprint? Read more to learn more!
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What’s the Best Chew Toy Material for Dogs?

What’s the Best Chew Toy Material for Dogs?

Dogs love to chew, but choosing the best chew toy for your dog can be overwhelming. And if you’re concerned about the environment, what’s the best chew toy material for your pup? It may depend on your criteria: price, durability, whether it floats, if it’s made in the USA. As a Certified B Corp trying to make a difference for our planet, we’ve taken a deeper dive into the pros and cons of the various options on the market for dog chew toys, particularly the differences between TPE and natural rubber.
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What’s Impact Reporting?

What’s Impact Reporting?

One year ago, Project Hive Pet Company joined the community of over 7,000 certified B Corps companies. Becoming a Certified B Corp is a process that requires transparency and authenticity, so we are proud to release our first annual Impact Report. But what is an Impact Report?
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Saving Bees Through Education and Advocacy: Pollinator Partnership

Saving Bees Through Education and Advocacy: Pollinator Partnership

If you’ve been following our blog (or know anything about Project Hive Pet Company), you know our mission is to save the bees. We relish the opportunity to highlight some of the wonderful nonprofits working to save bees in various ways. Read on to learn about Pollinator Partnership, a San Francisco, CA-based organization dedicated to the health of all kinds of pollinating animals.

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Announcing Project Hive's New Peanut Butter Spreadable Dog Treat!

Announcing Project Hive's New Peanut Butter Spreadable Dog Treat!

Project Hive Pet Company is buzzing with excitement about our new Peanut Butter Spreadable Dog Treat! Its handy grab-and-go pouch can be kneaded and squeezed onto our Hive Dog Toys, and it doesn't need refrigeration! Learn more about why we launched it, what you can do with it, and its three simple ingredients.

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How We Learn More About Bees: Meet the University MN Bee Lab!

How We Learn More About Bees: Meet the University MN Bee Lab!

Project Hive Pet Company isn’t the only organization on a mission to save the bees. Many nonprofit organizations are doing their part to support one of the most important species on the planet. Read on to learn about a super cool organization in our own backyard: the University of Minnesota Bee Lab.
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Why We Love the Xerces Society

Why We Love the Xerces Society

Project Hive Pet Company's mission is to save the bees. Thankfully, we're not alone in this crucial endeavor. There are so many wonderful bee advocacy organizations working hard to improve the health of our planet, we decided to highlight some of them on our blog. Read on to learn more about the Xerces Society.
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How Project Hive Pet Company Helps Save Bees in Canada

How Project Hive Pet Company Helps Save Bees in Canada

Project Hive Pet Company’s mission is to save the bees, and we’ve partnered with The Bee & Butterfly Habitat Fund to plant healthy habitat in the United States. When we expanded into Canada, Canadians wanted to know: How Does Project Hive Pet Company help save bees in Canada? We stepped up to the challenge and are excited to announce our partnership with The Canadian Honey Council!

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Honey Bees? Native Bees? What's the Difference?

Honey Bees? Native Bees? What's the Difference?

When most people hear about bees, they think of honey. But the honey bee is only one of roughly 20,000 bee species in the world, and it's not native to the United States. Did you know that there are over 4,000 native bee species in the US? Read on to learn more about the differences between native bees and honey bees and how you can support native bees in your backyard.
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How do Honey Bees Survive in Winter?

How do Honey Bees Survive in Winter?

Bees have been touted as the most important species on the planet. Right now, it's winter, and it's cold. In much of the United States, there are no flowers to feed the bees. Where do they go, and how do they survive in the winter?
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Why is Scent Important for Dogs?

Why is Scent Important for Dogs?

Did you know that the part of dogs' brains devoted to analyzing smells is 40 times greater than that of humans? Dogs engage with the world through their sense of smell, so pet parents must provide enriching and engaging experiences. Read more about this important yet often neglected olfactory sense.
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Why We Became B Corp Certified

Why We Became B Corp Certified

Project Hive Pet Company is buzzing with excitement: we are B Corp Certified! Learn why we pursued this vital certification and why we think this movement is the bee’s knees.

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Dog Safety in the Snow: What You Need to Know

Dog Safety in the Snow: What You Need to Know

With records amount of snow this winter, it's important to know about dog safety. Read on to learn about the dangers snow and ice pose to your dog and the precautions you can take to help keep your dog safe.
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Do Climate Neutral Business Certifications Matter?

Do Climate Neutral Business Certifications Matter?

More than ever, individual consumers across the country and the globe are demanding more sustainable and environmentally-friendly products and services. Unfortunately, understanding companies' complex (and sometimes vague) environmental claims regarding their products and manufacturing processes can be confusing. So what is left for people who want to make informed decisions and support businesses committed to a carbon-free future? Read on!
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9 Ways to Be More Sustainable With Your Dog

9 Ways to Be More Sustainable With Your Dog

Having a dog is a beautiful thing, as is being human! But that doesn't mean we can ignore our impact on the environment. There are many ways you can be a greener dog parent. Read more to learn how to reduce your dog's carbon footprint and be more sustainable for future generations.

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What Would Halloween Look Like Without Bees?

What Would Halloween Look Like Without Bees?

Halloween is almost synonymous with pumpkin season. And without bees, we wouldn’t have pumpkins to harvest, decorate, carve, and eat! Read more to find out which bees are the most important pollinators for pumpkins, and why it matters.
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Our Founders' Story

Our Founders' Story

The founders of Project Hive Pet Company—Jim Schifman and his wife, Melissa Rappaport Schifman—have very different yet complementary business backgrounds. But they share a vision to help make our planet more sustainable. Read about their story and find out what saving bees has to do with dogs!

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Why do we Partner with 1% for the Planet?

Why do we Partner with 1% for the Planet?

Project Hive Pet Company is in business to save the bees. The more dog toys and treats we sell, the more bees we can save! Our partnership with 1% for the Planet ensures that our donations are legitimate—no greenwashing here! Plus, we love Yvon Chouinard. Read this post to learn more about why 1% for the Planet is so awesome.
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Why Do Dogs Like Sticks?

Why Do Dogs Like Sticks?

Does your dog love to collect sticks on their daily walks? Learn why dogs like sticks, the potential risks of sticks for your dog, and safe alternatives your dog will love.
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Transform Your Lawn into Wildflowers

Transform Your Lawn into Wildflowers

We depend upon bees for so many things that bring joy and comfort to our lives: cotton, coffee, flowers, berries—about 1/3 of our food supply needs bees for pollination! We can all do something to help save the bees. But transforming your lawn into wildflowers does so much more! This blog post teaches how transforming your lawn into wildflowers can enhance your health, wealth, and soul.

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Made in USA dog toys and treats

Why is Made in the USA Important?

Looking for another reason to buy Made-in-the-USA products? This article, written by our fabulous summer intern Zachary Yablon, tells us why it's important to support companies who manufacture their products in the United States. Be part of the movement to purchase with a purpose!
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Why Does Non-GMO Food Matter?

Why Does Non-GMO Food Matter?

Why does non-GMO food matter for us and our pets? How do you achieve Non-GMO Project Verification? Read about Project Hive Pet Company’s journey and why it’s important.

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bumblebee on Zestar apple flower

Why Do We Need to Save the Bees?

Why are bees the most important species on the planet? It's not just about honey. It's about our food supply. Read on to learn about how we can help save our hardworking friends!
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