# Eco Pet Food Packaging Butcher's Pet Care Has Switched to Packaging Made from 100% Cardboard By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butchers-pet-care References: [conveniencestore](https://www.conveniencestore.co.uk/products/new-recyclable-packaging-for-butchers-dog-food/572500.article?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss) & [butcherspetcare](http://www.butcherspetcare.com) Concerns about the vast amount of packaging that is being produced is pushing many brands to make changes, which is what we're seeing with the new move by [Butcher's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butchers-healthy-heart) Pet Care towards [eco-friendly packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coop-sustainable-packaging). The brand is now packaging its can packs in 100% cardboard boxes rather than traditional shrink wrap to [eliminate the need for unnecessary plastic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amcor-cleartite-40). This allows the packaging to be easily recycled when disposed of in regions where facilities exist to curb the large amount of garbage packaging we're creating. The new eco-friendly Butcher's Pet Care packaging will be rolling out nationwide at independent, co-op and specialist pet stores starting in November and is sure to be welcome news to pet owners. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** The shift towards eco-friendly packaging is creating opportunities for brands to develop innovative packaging solutions that reduce waste and environmental impact. - **Plastic-free Packaging:** The push to eliminate plastic packaging is driving brands to explore alternative materials and packaging methods, creating opportunities for disruptive innovation in packaging industry. - **Recyclable Packaging:** The demand for easily recyclable packaging materials is increasing, presenting opportunities for brands to develop packaging solutions that promote efficient recycling and waste management. ### Where This Applies - **Pet Food:** The pet food industry can take advantage of the eco-friendly packaging trend to differentiate their products and appeal to environmentally conscious pet owners. - **Packaging:** The packaging industry has the opportunity to innovate and develop sustainable alternatives to traditional packaging materials, aligning with the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions. - **Retail:** The retail industry can leverage the shift towards eco-friendly packaging to offer environmentally friendly products and appeal to conscious consumers who prioritize sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recyclable Pet Food Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-pet-food-pouches.md) - [Plastic-Free Vegetarian Product Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-cardboard-packaging.md) - [Recyclable Pet Food Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monomaterial-pet-food-packaging.md) - [Pet Gear Recycling Schemes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wag-n-wash.md) - [Recyclable Butter Wrapper Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-paper-butter-wrap.md) - [Planet-Friendly Dog Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pack.md) - [Paper-Made Detergent Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesco-laundry-pods.md) - [Plastic-Free Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heineken-green-grip.md) - [Sustainable Product Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paperbased-solution.md)