While the benefits of a vegetarian diet for your pet are debatable, statistics rate that dogs have a high success rate at getting the proper vitamins and protein when sticking to non-meat, non-dairy pet foods. The soy-free Wenaewe Organic Vegetarian Dog Food is a dry formula that is certified to be free from pesticides, artificial ingredients as well as nasty added hormones. Completely free of milk, soy and wheat, this may be a delectable option for pets with food allergies. See for yourself at Head Over Tails, $8.74 for a 3-pound bag.

There isn’t much relief from flimsy squeak toys, these days. Our friends over at Orbee have developed a formula of treat holder/pet toy so resilient, it’s ready to take on the jaws of doggies from all breeds of life.

These amusing artichoke and eggplant-shaped Tough Dog Toys are made of recyclable and lead-free material with a hollowed-center treat spot. Save your valuables from chewmania as you support interactive, eco friendly play for dogs.

Each sold separately, $14-$16 apiece at the supercool Muttropolis site.

Imagine, 98% dairy-free frozen yogurt for dogs! According to Nature’s Variety, this is more than just a pleasing figment of the pet owners’ imagination. Sweet Treats All-Natural Sweet Potato & Molasses Frozen Pet Treats do contain ingredients like buttermilk and egg yolks, but the company is proud of the inclusion of real veggies and yogurt cultures. It’s an interesting dog treat that’s also easy to dispense; perhaps a viable answer to making dogs feel equal during your dessert. Find a list of vets and stores at naturesvariety.com.

Dog Smog Remedy

Is your mutt infamous for dropping stinkbombs? Dog Smog Remedy uses a mix of botanical extracts and digestive enzymes to clear the air, whether the problem is coming from your dog’s mouth or from the other end.  This product is natural and produced by a environmentally-friendly company, but don’t let it replace addressing the root causes of these odors by having your dog’s teeth cleaned regularly and feeding him a healthy diet.

Available from Happy Tails Spa for $12.99.

This uber-absorbent towel is basically a Sham-Wow for your dog, without the annoying infomercial. You can feel good about the fact that it’s made from recycled wood chips.  Available from Planet Dog for $21.95

Do you like to travel with your dog? Ruffwear’s Go Between Cinch Top bowl makes kibble portable. Just fill the bowl up, pull it closed, and off you go! This product is made out of recycled polyester. At  $14.95 from Ruffwear’s online store, it’s a little pricey, however.

These bold striped pet beds are made of naturally-dyed, environmentally-friendly hemp on the outside and filled with fiber made from recycled plastic water bottles on the inside. Equally important, the covers come off and are machine-washable. Unfortunately, they are not cheap. You’ll pay between $119.99 and $159.99 at Only Natural Pet Store.

This herbal ointment is formulated to naturally strengthen the pads on your pet’s paws, protecting them from injuries caused by sharp thorns, rocks or pavement.  If you take your dog hiking a lot, this might be a good investment. Injured pads are painful and take forever to heal. This particular herbal paw ointment is ridiculously expensive, though- $34.95 a bottle from from PetAlive.com!

Cloudstar Buddy Wash uses coconut oil soap and soothing herbal extracts to leave your dog’s coat soft and shiny.  Available in two spa-like scents: lavender and mint or green tea and bergamot. $10.99 a bottle from Just4pooches.com.

This looks like it would be excellent for those times when you need to get your pooch presentable in a hurry. This instant bath spray contains a compound called Ordenone that deodorizes your dog and is scented with a fresh, fruity scent. $14  a bottle from Happy Tails Spa.