Why Seaweed Is the Future of Pet Toys (And Plastic Is on Its Way Out)

Plastic dog toys have been the norm for decades — but as awareness grows around microplastics, toxicity, and sustainability, pet parents are beginning to ask an important question: Is there a better way?

The answer is seaweed.

The Problem With Plastic Toys

Many traditional dog toys are made from plastic, nylon, or synthetic blends that:

Break down into microplastics

Can fracture teeth or irritate gums

Offer zero nutritional value

Persist in landfills and oceans for centuries

Dogs chew. That’s natural. But when they chew plastic, they may unknowingly ingest tiny fragments that don’t belong in their bodies — or our oceans.

Why Seaweed Changes Everything

Seaweed is a naturally renewable, nutrient-dense material that offers benefits no synthetic toy can match.

Marine Kind seaweed toys are:

Edible & digestible if small pieces are ingested

Packed with minerals like iodine, calcium & magnesium

Naturally gentle on teeth and gums

Completely plastic-free and home-compostable

Unlike plastic, seaweed supports your dog’s health and the planet at the same time.

The Future Is Conscious Pet Care

Seaweed dog toys represent a shift — from convenience to consciousness, from waste to wellness.

At Marine Kind, we believe the toys of the future should nourish, not pollute.