Chippin features Ocean Wise Recommended fish

At Chippin, we're dedicated to helping pet owners make a positive environmental impact while providing the best care for their pups. We've always been proud to source sustainable fish like Silver Carp for our dog treats, but now it's even more official because our Silver Carp is Ocean Wise Recommended! This significant milestone underscores our commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, ensuring that we keep things green (and blue) while ensuring our furry friends get tasty, nutritious meals.

What does it mean to be Ocean Wise Recommended?

Ocean Wise is a global conservation organization that aims to restore and protect our oceans. Being Ocean Wise Recommended means that Chippin's Silver Carp meets strict standards for sustainability, helping to safeguard marine life, habitats, and ecosystems. Through our mission of protecting the planet and contributing to the mission of Ocean Wise, Chippin promotes sustainable seafood and preserving the health of our oceans for future generations.

Why is using sustainable fish important?

Unsustainable fishing practices and overfishing have severely impacted marine ecosystems, threatening the biodiversity of our oceans. These fishing practices leave a scar on our environment as 70% of marine fish stocks are overfished, causing supply chain disruptions and a loss of biodiversity. Not only is marine life harmed, but bottom trawling releases 370 million metric tons of CO2 into the atmosphere each year. 

With our Ocean Wise Recommended Silver Carp treats, we help reduce this impact and support efforts to maintain healthy marine environments. Sustainability is crucial not only for the planet but also for ensuring that future generations can enjoy the abundance of our oceans.

What is Silver Carp?

Silver Carp is an invasive species of fish affecting the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers and surrounding waterways, and a grave threat to the Great Lakes’ ecosystem. They were introduced to the US in the 1970s to control algae growth in aquaculture ponds, wastewater treatment facilities, and reservoirs, but entered our natural waterways during a flood. With no natural predators and a rapid reproduction rate, they’ve quickly become an overpopulated species that destroys the natural biodiversity of our waterways. 

How does Chippin fit in/What is the impact Chippin is making?

Chippin provides your pups with an innovative protein source that helps everyone—Silver Carp! Sustainably sourced Silver Carp is rich in essential nutrients, like omega 3s and all 10 essential amino acids, providing a balanced diet for your furry friend to support their skin, coat, and joint health. By turning away from harvesting overfished protein sources and removing invasive species, Chippin helps restore the biodiversity harmed by Silver Carp.

How can you help our oceans?

When you choose Chippin’s Silver Carp treats for your pet, you play a vital role in protecting marine life and promoting sustainability. Our Wild-Caught Fish Jerky and Training Bites support responsible fishing practices and lower carbon emissions, helping to preserve marine ecosystems for future generations. 

Embracing Sustainability for a Better Future

We are proud to use Ocean Wise Recommended fish! We invite you to join us in our mission to protect our oceans and create a healthier, more sustainable world for future generations. Together, we can make a difference and save the Earth—It’s the only planet with dogs!