Sustainable & USDA Organic Pet Food | Evanger’s FAQs on Sustainability

by Chelsea Sher
Sustainable Pet Food: How Evanger’s Makes Eco-Friendly Choices (Without Compromising Nutrition)
Sustainability matters more than ever — and pet parents are paying attention. From ingredient sourcing to packaging waste, many families want to know they’re choosing pet food that’s better for the planet and better for their dogs and cats.
At Evanger’s, sustainability isn’t a marketing trend. We’re a family-owned pet food company with nearly 90 years of experience, and we believe the right choices should last.
Here’s how Evanger’s supports sustainability through eco-friendly pet food packaging, thoughtful materials, and high-quality nutrition you can feel good about.
Why Sustainable Pet Food Matters to Pet Parents
When people search for sustainable pet food, they’re usually looking for a few key things:
- Recyclable packaging
- Less plastic waste
- Responsible manufacturing
- Cleaner ingredient standards
- A company that actually cares
We hear you. And we’ve built our process around the idea that small decisions add up — especially when you feed your pet every day.
Infinitely Recyclable Cans: A Smarter Form of Pet Food Packaging
One of the biggest sustainability choices we make is simple: Evanger’s primarily uses cans.
Cans are one of the most sustainable packaging formats available because they are infinitely recyclable. That means they can be recycled again and again without losing quality.
For pet parents trying to reduce waste, recyclable pet food cans can be a more eco-conscious option compared to packaging that isn’t widely recyclable.
Sustainable benefit: less packaging waste and long-term recyclability.
Eco-Friendly Packaging Materials: Post-Consumer Trays + Labels
Sustainability doesn’t stop at the can. We also focus on the materials around it.
Post-Consumer Trays
The trays our canned foods ship in are made from post-consumer materials, which helps reduce landfill waste and gives recycled materials a second life.
Post-Consumer Can Labels
Our can labels are also made from post-consumer materials, supporting a more circular packaging approach.
Soy-Based Inks
We print our labels using soy-based inks, another thoughtful step toward more environmentally considerate packaging.
Sustainable benefit: reduced reliance on new raw materials and smarter printing choices.
USDA Organic Pet Food Options: Higher Standards, Cleaner Ingredients
Sustainability also means caring about what goes into the food itself.
Evanger’s offers USDA Organic pet food options for pet parents who want cleaner ingredient standards and a product made with more stringent requirements.
USDA Organic is important to many families because it represents:
- Clearer ingredient expectations
- Stricter standards
- A label you can trust
If you’re searching for organic canned dog food or organic canned cat food, Evanger’s is proud to be one of the brands offering real options in this space.
Family-Owned, USA-Made, and Built to Do Things the Right Way
As a family-owned company, we don’t just think in quarters — we think in generations.
We’re proud to produce our food in the USA and remain deeply hands-on in how our products are made. Sustainability is a long game, and we believe doing the right thing should be part of everyday business decisions.
Because feeding pets isn’t just a job — it’s a responsibility.
Sustainable Pet Food You Can Feel Good About
Choosing sustainable pet food doesn’t have to mean sacrificing quality or nutrition.
With Evanger’s, you get:
- Eco-friendly pet food packaging
- Infinitely recyclable cans
- Post-consumer trays and labels
- Soy-based inks
- USDA Organic pet food options
- Nearly 90 years of family-owned care
We’re here to help you feed your pets with love — and with choices that support a healthier planet too.
Shop Evanger’s Sustainable Pet Food
If you’re looking for a pet food brand that takes sustainability seriously, we’d be honored to be part of your pet’s routine.
Evanger’s Pet Food: trusted nutrition, thoughtful packaging, and family-owned heart — since 1935.
Sustainable Pet Food FAQs
Have more questions about sustainable pet food and eco-friendly packaging? We get it. Here are a few quick answers to the most common questions pet parents ask when they’re trying to make better choices for their pets and the planet.
Are pet food cans recyclable?
Yes — most pet food cans are recyclable, and Evanger’s primarily uses cans because they’re widely accepted in many recycling programs. Cans can also be recycled repeatedly, helping reduce packaging waste over time.
What does “post-consumer materials” mean in pet food packaging?
Post-consumer materials are recycled materials that have already been used by consumers and then processed into new packaging. Evanger’s uses post-consumer materials in our canned food trays and can labels to help reduce landfill waste and support more sustainable packaging choices.
Is USDA Organic pet food better for sustainability?
USDA Organic pet food can be a more sustainability-minded choice because it follows stricter standards for how ingredients are grown and handled. Evanger’s offers USDA Organic pet food options for dogs and cats, giving pet parents a trusted way to choose cleaner ingredients and higher standards.
What makes pet food packaging eco-friendly?
Eco-friendly pet food packaging is designed to reduce waste, use recyclable materials, and incorporate recycled content when possible. Evanger’s supports sustainability with recyclable cans, post-consumer trays and labels, and soy-based inks.
Is canned pet food more sustainable than plastic packaging?
Canned pet food can be a more sustainable option than some plastic packaging because cans are widely recyclable and can be recycled repeatedly. Many plastics are harder to recycle depending on local facilities, which is why Evanger’s primarily uses cans.
Does Evanger’s offer sustainable pet food for both dogs and cats?
Yes. Evanger’s makes sustainable-focused pet food options for both dogs and cats, including recipes in recyclable cans and select USDA Organic pet food options, so pet parents can feel good about what they’re feeding and how it’s packaged.
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