Although our pets are a welcome presence in our lives, we sometimes forget that they can have an impact on the environment.

The following web sites have information on how to help you reduce your pet's carbon footprint, and resources to keep your animal friend healthy and happy.

Backyard Chickens
Designed for the urban chicken owner, Backyard Chickens offers information on how to raise, keep, and appreciate chickens.

California State Beekeepers Association
Although not as cuddly as our furry mammal friends, raising bees is a great way to help the bees while improving the environment.

Green Your: Pets
Facts, tips, and products to help "green" your pet.

How to Go Green: Pets
Guide to greening your pets.

Petfinder
Locate and adopt pets - from Alpacas to Tarantulas - from 12,927 adoption groups.

SVChickens
A discussion group for backyard chicken keepers, or those who want to keep chickens, in Silicon Valley (Santa Clara county and parts of San Mateo and Santa Cruz counties).