What would normally be tossed out is getting a second purpose, and it is helping animals in need.
Nevada Dining at the University of Nevada, Reno is hosting a Waste Not, Wag a Lot event on Thursday, April 16, bringing the Wolf Pack community together to turn leftover ingredients into dog treats for local shelters.
The initiative focuses on repurposing approved food scraps from campus dining operations, including items like carrot and cucumber peels, into treats that are safe for dogs. Organizers say the goal is to reduce food waste while also supporting animal welfare efforts in the community…