# Paw-Friendly Dog Kennels Artificial Turf is a Greener-than-Grass Alternative for Military Mutts By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-07-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artificial-turf References: [edie.net](http://www.edie.net/news/news_story.asp?id=18350&channel=0&title=US) & [blog.azluxurylawns](http://blog.azluxurylawns.com/) As part of a larger project, Luke Military Base in Arizona will be adding artificial turf to its [dog training unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caninefriendly-sporting-events). Natural grass is difficult to keep healthy in the hot Arizona sun but the artificial turf is durable and is [easier on the dogs' paws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-flow) than bare pavement. The artificial turf installation will save on water and maintenance and since it doesn’t need fertilizers and weed-killers, it’s greener than grass. A rain water collector and other eco-friendly items that may include solar panels are also on the base’s improvement project list. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Artificial Turf:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional landscaping with artificial turf solutions that are durable and eco-friendly. - **Military Dog Training:** Innovative approaches to dog training can focus on the use of artificial turf to provide a safe and comfortable environment for military dogs. - **Eco-friendly Base Improvements:** Implementing sustainable technologies like rainwater collectors and solar panels can lead to disruptive innovations in military base infrastructure. ### Who This Affects Most - **Landscaping:** Landscaping companies can explore the adoption of artificial turf as a more sustainable and pet-friendly alternative to natural grass. - **Pet Care:** Pet care industry can leverage the use of artificial turf in dog training centers and kennels to provide a safer and more comfortable environment for dogs. - **Sustainable Infrastructure:** Companies specializing in sustainable technologies can offer innovative solutions to military bases for eco-friendly improvements like rainwater collectors and solar panels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably-Focused Athletic Surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oregon-episcopal-school.md) - [Meat-Like Dog Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-treats-for-dogs.md) - [Sustainable Dog Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doggie-dreamhouse.md) - [Washable Pet Carpets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dayspring-mat.md) - [Dog-Friendly Farmers Markets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farmers-market-for-dogs.md) - [Yard Care-Focused Winter Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turfmutt-foundation.md) - [All-Terrain Inflatable Dog Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outtask-jessigo-outdogs-airpad.md) - [Pop-Up Dog Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unleashed-dog-park.md) - [Green Pet Refresh Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henry-wag.md)