The pet food industry is one of the largest contributors to factory farming, yet it remains largely overlooked in discussions about animal welfare and sustainability. In this session, Claire Lucie, a CMA-registered canine nutritionist, will uncover the hidden impact of traditional pet food production on live animal use and the environment. Using the latest scientific research, she will demonstrate how nutritionally complete plant-based diets can not only reduce harm to animals but also improve canine health, reduce chronic disease risk, and support longevity. This talk is for anyone who cares about ethical choices in pet care and wants to learn how plant-based nutrition can be a powerful tool for a more compassionate future.