Is The Pet Lab ethical?
RecommendedYes — The Pet Lab scores 84/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 3 of 4 ethics signals verified.
| Check | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cruelty-free | verified | At least one product in our database carries a third-party cruelty-free certification. |
| Vegan options | verified | Certified vegan products appear in this brand's range. |
| Sells in mainland China | unverified | We have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution. |
| Third-party certified | verified | We record 4 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Non-GMO, PETA Approved |
Scored with our public methodology.
The Pet Lab at a glance
The Pet Lab offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Pet Care, with an average ethics score of 84/10 and recurring certifications including Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Non-GMO.
Is The Pet Lab ethical and cruelty-free? Read the verdict
Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across The Pet Lab's product range.
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare98/10
- Sourcing90/10
- Environment85/10
- Labor82/10
- Transparency75/10
Categories covered
Where The Pet Lab shows up across our directory.
- Pet Care1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across The Pet Lab's products.
- ✓Non-greasy formula protects guest flooring
- ✓Completely safe if ingested by the pet
- ✓Compact, high-value addition to a guest welcome kit
Sustainability commitments
"Tin packaging is infinitely recyclable and plastic-free. Sourced from local NZ farms to minimize transport emissions."
Products from The Pet Lab
A restorative, New Zealand-sourced hemp and manuka-based balm. Perfect for hosts in hiking or coastal locations where pets might suffer from cracked paws due to salt or rough terrain.
Common questions about The Pet Lab
Is The Pet Lab cruelty-free?+
Cruelty-free credentials appear on part of The Pet Lab's range in our data. Check the certification badges on each product page — coverage is rarely brand-wide.
How does The Pet Lab score overall?+
The Pet Lab averages 84/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns The Pet Lab?+
Parent-company ownership changes what your money supports. See our brand ownership map for the current group structure and any conflicting parent-company records.
What are the best alternatives to The Pet Lab?+
Our alternatives page ranks comparable products by ethics score with a side-by-side difference table, so you can see exactly which pillar improves.