#sustainability #consciousconsumer #ecofriendly #tjmaxx #tjmaxxhaul #overconsumption

[Kk.__.]

If you’re buying stuffed animals do not buy the ones with plastic eye, beads, battery packs etc

[sadiemarie]

I would be careful recommending stuffed animals as chew toys without any qualifiers attached. Most stuffed animals have plastic eyes which are huge choking hazards for pets. Love your content! Very important information and ethics!

[mariajohnson]

I walked my basset hound through a construction site once and he stole a glove someone left on the ground. He slept with that glove he loved it so much

[spellmanshadows]

Animal care worker here! I’m not going to add the pet toy warning about button and eyes as plenty people already have but make sure that if you do buy appropriate second hand toys to sanitize them well just to make sure you won’t be passing any parasites or zoonotic diseases to your furry friends! It’s worth the time!

[hissingwillows]

Former vet assistant here - The reason to buy pet-specific wipes is that a) you do in many cases want something disposable. wiping diarrhea off your long haired cat's butt and legs with a wet cloth and then cleaning that is not fun (also for folks who do not have home laundry is inaccessible/disgusting to store until you can go to the laundry) and b) many wipes for humans have ingredients not safe for pets, pet specific wipes use ingredients that are safe for pets. Sustainability is great but many single use/disposable items do have a real purpose. Also, I would never buy used dog toys, lol. You have idea what they could be exposed to.

[maggienbob]

NOOO!!!... Be careful buying stuffed animals for your pets, from thrift stores, toy stores, etc.! MAKE SURE they don't have removable eyes, noses, ribbons, etc. AND make sure they are NOT filled with little beads, styrofoam balls, etc. ALL of these are dangerous.
Just ask any vet.

[MsSonjaRose]

Dogs can not play with regular stuffed animals. The dog toys are made of pet safe material.

[facebren]

Pet wipes have their uses. When my cat had ringworm I would occasionally use one on her as a more gentle way of keeping the area clean... Definitely not rubbing a reusable cloth on ringworm infested skin.

[Rubyoreo]

I work at a pet store and I recommend you buy pet specific wipes and and toys. I’m not trying to shake you down- but non pet toys can be choking hazards and won’t be nearly durable enough for most dogs. Also same with wipes, pet wipes are for them specifically. Our pet friends are sensitive and allergic to a lot! Better to spend an extra 5 now then end up with a 5k vet bill.

[KimandKamJam]

Listen, I know TJMaxx isn't my friend, but I do like looking at all the things they have that I'm definitely not buying. It's a great time killer 😅

[CottageWitch]

Tj Maxx actually does carry a lot of sustainable products though too, like the reusable makeup remover Wipe, produce bags, metal lunch tins!

[averywho]

I usually agree with what you say about over consumption but this is probably one of the few times I'll flat out disagree with what you said about the skin care routine and stuffed animal thing. Everyone's skin is different and sometimes it's not as easy as "oh I'll just try this home remedy." It can lead to outbreaks, dry skin, irritation, or any plethora of issues. I've found that it's best to buy a product you know for a fact will work rather than risk any of the aforementioned skin problems. Plus the face masks are handy for people who travel and or just want to try something new without buying a whole bottle of something that might not work. And it if it does cause an allergic reaction then at least it was just one mask and you can get a different one after.
And I think everyone already pointed it out but the stuffed animal thing is not a good idea for dogs, especially ones with destructive habits. Dog toys are (supposedly) specially made with dog-safe materials, granted that's not a guarantee that it'll be safe either but at least a toy designed for dogs is still a better bet than a toy made for kids. Plus the dog toys found in a TJ Maxx or Marshall is cheaper than one found in Pets Smart or Petco.

[pippetandpossum]

Endless consumerism doesn't bring us joy, we are conditioned to want more, more, more and for there to never be and endpoint. Unless you break the cycle for yourself, it will continue on and on. "Stuff" doesn't bring joy, it doesn't bring fulfillment❤

[neutral.chaotic]

Friendly reminder for everyone that wet wiprs for humans can often be a quality of life increase for those who have disabilities or are differently able. Wet wipes can be a great accessible hygiene tool. So lets not demonize wet wipes and instead reach for something else when/if we can. 😊

[pemex]

Girl please don't tell people to buy shit that can literally kill your pet...

[GothCookie]

Remember that some disposable products are easier to use for disabled people❤ so if you are disabled and have a product you cannot switch to sustainable, do not feel guilty!!

[Cbunny]

There are also tons of reusable silicone eye and face masks that turn any serum you're using into a face mask. They work great.

[SliceofSimple]

I won't lie, buying my dog high-quality toys is a splurge I do make. He's stolen a couple of my stuffies and claimed them, and they just... do not last. Whereas one of the toys I bought for him the day I picked him up is still around and a steady favorite. My go-to for cheap "throw away" toys for him is actually old clothes, or socks, that are otherwise getting trashed or repurposed anyways. He can cycle through those to get his destructive intincts out and I can toss them later, and then his handful of hella expensive dog toys last us years and years. I did impulse buy him a cheap dog toy a week or two ago, it was too cute and got the better of me, and... yeah it didn't survive but a day or two. Spending hella money to get GOOD dog toys is worth it, in my opinion, on top of the recyled/thrifted/etc. options! :)

[Marshmallow_Trees]

Just gotta reiterate what everybody else is saying. Spring for the pet-safe items, the child-safe toys. Watch out where materials are from in addition to where they’re manufactured.

[smalliesxd]

I always get the sample size of a perfume (if any) because it will most likely last me a full year, and if I want more I can just get another sample size 😊 Plus it’s portable so I can easily fit it in my purse or travel bag