At Chippin, we believe that caring for your pets and caring for the planet go paw-in-paw. This Earth Day, we’re celebrating the powerful impact sustainable pet nutrition can have—and putting the spotlight on one incredibly eco-friendly ingredient: Silver carp.

Silver Carp: A Smart, Sustainable Protein

Silver carp may be new to many pet parents, but it’s a win-win for dogs and the planet. 

Also known as Asian carp, this invasive fish has rapidly spread through U.S. waterways including the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. It disrupts ecosystems by outcompeting native fish for vital food resources. At Chippin, we’re turning this ecological threat into high-quality nutrition for dogs!

By sourcing this species, we’re not just avoiding environmental harm—we’re actively helping to restore ecological balance. Every bite your pup takes helps reduce the population of a fish that threatens native biodiversity.

Even better, our Silver carp is wild-caught by U.S. fishermen. That means no industrial aquaculture, no antibiotics or hormones, and full traceability from boat to bowl.

A Clean, Low-Impact Protein with Big Benefits

Silver carp is one of the most environmentally responsible animal proteins available. Here's why:

• No feed or fertilizers required

• No land or freshwater use

• Significant greenhouse gas emissions reductions

• Diverts consumption of resource intensive proteins

• Restores biodiversity to U.S. waterways!

Harvesting Silver carp also reduces reliance on factory farming, eases pressure on overfished species and supports a circular, restorative food system.

Why Dogs Love It (and Why Their Bodies Do Too)

One of the biggest benefits of Silver carp for your dog is that their natural diet of algae and plankton makes them incredibly omega-3-rich! Some other nutritional benefits of Silver carp include:

• Lean, easily digestible protein—better than chicken for dogs!

• Ideal omega 3:6 ratio for skin, coat, and joint health

• Hypoallergenic benefits, making it ideal for dogs with food sensitivities

Chippin’s Bigger Sustainability Picture

Sustainability is at the core of everything we do—from the ingredients we select to the packaging we use. Here are a few ways we’re minimizing our ecopawprint:

• Cricket Protein: Delivers complete, digestible nutrition with a fraction of the land, water, and emissions of traditional livestock.

• Spirulina: A high-protein algae that supports immune health, is grown in low-impact, closed-loop systems, and naturally promotes cleaner air by absorbing excess carbon dioxide and converting it into oxygen.

• Eco-Friendly Packaging: Our bags are made with 29% post-consumer recycled materials, including repurposed milk cartons and yogurt cups. They may wrinkle more than standard pouches—and that’s a sign of less waste and smarter reuse.

• Plastic-Neutral Packaging: We offset 100% of our plastic use by funding the removal of ocean-bound waste through rePurpose Global.

• Proudly Ocean Wise Recommended: Our Silver carp is recommended by Ocean Wise for being both environmentally and socially responsible.

• Made in the USA: All of our products are proudly made in the United States, ensuring lower emissions from transport and full ingredient transparency.

From ingredient to end product, we’re working to set a new standard in sustainable pet nutrition—without cutting corners on health, safety, or taste.

Make Every Day Earth Day

Chippin was founded on the belief that feeding your dog and protecting the planet can go hand-in-paw. With every bag of our Wild-Caught Jerky, Training Bites, or Veggie Dailies, you’re supporting:

• Cleaner waterways

• Healthier ecosystems

• Responsible sourcing

• And a happier, healthier pup
  

This Earth Day, we invite you to reflect on how your everyday choices—right down to your dog’s bowl—can help build a better future.

Because when you Chip in, it’s a win for your pets, people & the planet!

Questions about Silver carp for your pup? Send us an email at hello@chippinpet.com