Juliane Fink currently works as an industrial and graphic designer in Vienna and recently, she created a collection of single-use edible dog bowls. These are uniquely made from pig bladders so that dogs are able to consume the bowl itself as a part of their meals.
Speaking about her product, Fink states that "The product is a single-use dog bowl made from pig bladders. It utilizes a waste product from meat production that’s naturally waterproof and foldable to make a bowl that’s lightweight and robust and can be easily carried around in your pocket. After its use as a dog bowl, the product can simply be eaten by the dog – leaving no waste behind."
Image Credit: Paul Schutz, Franz Ehn
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Edible Pet Products
- Opportunity for innovators to create more sustainable and eco-friendly products for pets related to their food and accessories.
- Circular Economy
- Opportunity for innovators to develop ways to utilize waste products from other industries to create new products for pet owners to reduce waste and improve sustainability.
- Convenience Products
- Opportunity for innovators to create more convenient and portable pet products, similar to the single-use dog bowl made from pig bladders.
Sectors Adopting This
- Pet Food Manufacturing
- Opportunity for pet food manufacturers to explore new ingredients, like pig bladders, to make more sustainable pet food products.
- Environmental Sustainability
- Opportunity for companies and organizations focused on environmental sustainability to partner with pet product manufacturers to develop eco-friendly pet products.
- Pet Accessories and Convenience Products
- Opportunity for designers and manufacturers of pet accessories and convenience products to create innovative and sustainable solutions for pet owners.
