Forget cow farts. The environmental whackos are after our dogs, again. Our canine friends are toxic villains that destroy everything around them. Yes, really.

Dogs have “extensive and multifarious” environmental impacts, disturbing wildlife, polluting waterways and contributing to carbon emissions, new research has found.

An Australian review of existing studies has argued that “the environmental impact of owned dogs is far greater, more insidious, and more concerning than is generally recognised”.

While the environmental impact of cats is well known, the comparative effect of pet dogs has been poorly acknowledged, the researchers said.

The review, published in the journal Pacific Conservation Biology, highlighted the impacts of the world’s “commonest large carnivore” in killing and disturbing native wildlife, particularly shore birds.

In Australia, attacks by unrestrained dogs on little penguins in Tasmania may contribute to colony collapse, modelling suggests, while a study of animals taken to the Australia Zoo wildlife hospital found that mortality was highest after dog attacks, which was the second most common reason for admission after car strikes.

You thought I was joking didn’t you? But noooo, this “study” is the real deal. There’s so much wrong in those five paragraphs, that I hardly know where to begin. 

First, evidently we are no longer allowed to call our dogs, PETS. Nope, they are now to be categorized as “owned dogs.” 

Secondly, who knew that cats were environmentally toxic? Not me. 

Third, unrestrained dog attacks on penguins isn’t the get they think it is. What they are talking about is WILD dogs, not our pets. 

Oh, but there’s much more to this asinine absurdity. 

“Many owners simply don’t realize the environmental damage dogs can cause, from disturbing wildlife to polluting ecosystems,” Associate Professor Bateman said. “Others may feel their individual actions won’t make a difference, leading to a ‘tragedy of the commons’ where shared spaces like beaches and woodlands suffer cumulative degradation.”

He adds, “Restrictive measures such as banning dogs from sensitive areas are necessary for protecting vulnerable species but they are not a complete solution. We are calling for a collaborative effort between dog owners, conservation groups, and policymakers to develop strategies that balance pet ownership with environmental care.”

I’m just trying to wrap my head around this nonsense. These whacko environmentalists seriously believe that it is pet dogs that will and are destroying pristine beaches, scaring off the wildlife when you take your dog for a hike in the mountains, and are a leading cause of pollution in our lakes, streams, and rivers. 

Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m totally fine with having a dog with me on a hike not only as a companion but also as a protector. As is pointed out here, dogs have saved people from predators on many occasions. 

It is just astounding to me that this study purports to find that “owned dogs,” our PETS, are a massive danger to the environment and are leaving a toxic footprint everywhere. I mean really, how dare we feed our dogs dry pet food that might have chicken, beef, or pork in it??!! 

Our dogs absolutely love watermelon, zucchini, pumpkin, and carrots. That said, it does cost more to feed fresh food to our pets, and some people can’t afford that. Something the environmentalists ignore in their push to make everything green. 

At least the study admits that dogs are helpful for victims of trauma. What they don’t admit is how dogs, correctly trained, are game changers as service animals for blind people, retired soldiers and others who are suffering from PTSD, and folks with disabilities. 

Instead we are told that we are guilty of owning a pet that is leaving an environmental disaster in its wake.

Ask them about wolves though, and they’ll be singing a very different tune. How do I know? Because Democrats in Colorado, led by Governor Jared Polis, have been hard at work bringing wolf packs into the state for the last three years. Their presence has led to cattle and sheep being killed and other wild animal populations such as elk and deer completely shifting to other areas, as the wolves widen their territory. But that’s ok because you know, WOLVES ARE AMAZING! 

Your canine pet? TOXIC!  

Progressives coming after the doggos now?

Hard pass. https://t.co/puctNEdC27 pic.twitter.com/XCNhp5ZcZ7

— Megan Novak (@meganjnovak) April 15, 2025

VERY hard pass. And, they left something out of their study. 

You forgot to list that dogs globetrot in their private jets to chastise the inferior class.

— K_Holamon (@kholamon) April 15, 2025

Hmmm… anyone know if Al Gore has a pet dog? 

Feature Photo Credit: Bested doggo ever! Author’s photo.