Articles by Emma Loewe
Emma Loewe
Emma is a writer, editor, and environmentalist based in New York City. She is the senior sustainability editor at mindbodygreen, the author of Return To Nature: The New Science of How Natural Landscapes Restore Us (April 2022), and the co-author of The Spirit Almanac: A Modern Guide To Ancient Self-Care. While she doesn’t have any pets of her own, she is a loving dog aunt to Pip the pup.
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lifestyleHow to Be a First Responder to Pet-Stain Emergencies
Experts say pet stains are 911 situations — here’s how to act fast.
Experts say pet stains are 911 situations — here’s how to act fast.
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nutritionAre Celebrity Chefs Feeding Their Pets Five-Star Meals?
These expert-approved recipes will help you use all the food in your kitchen.
These expert-approved recipes will help you use all the food in your kitchen.
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lifestyle5 Climate Developments That’ll Make Being an Eco-Friendly Pet Parent a Little Easier
From the next generation of upcycled treats to an actually helpful carbon counting app.
From the next generation of upcycled treats to an actually helpful carbon counting app.
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No beige carpeting in sight.
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healthA Walk a Day Keeps the Doggy Dementia Away
A new study finds that physical exercise could keep your dog sharp. Time for walkies!
A new study finds that physical exercise could keep your dog sharp. Time for walkies!
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Cue Sarah McLachlan.
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shoppingInterior Designers Recommend These Chic Dog Beds to Their Clients
They’re super practical, too.
They’re super practical, too.
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lifestyle | Wild OnesUrban Farmer Indy Srinath’s Pup Okra Lives the West Coast Granola-Fantasy Life
Some dogs get dog treats. Okra gets farm-fresh popsicles and foraged kelp.
Some dogs get dog treats. Okra gets farm-fresh popsicles and foraged kelp.
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nutritionHow to Shop For Healthy, Eco-Friendly Ingredients to Feed Your Dog
From regenerative meats to low-carbon grains, these sustainable foods are fit for any conscious canine.
From regenerative meats to low-carbon grains, these sustainable foods are fit for any conscious canine.
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lifestyleHow to Turn Your Dog Into a Swim Fan
Get them to master the doggy paddle with these trainer-approved tips.
Get them to master the doggy paddle with these trainer-approved tips.
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lifestyleYour A to Z Guide to Eco-Labels
Here’s which sustainability buzzwords are actually legit on pet products.
Here’s which sustainability buzzwords are actually legit on pet products.
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lifestyleSustainable Pet Parenting Can Be Stressful. Here’s How to Deal
A climate psychologist on how to deal with eco-anxiety: “We have to be good to ourselves the way we want to be good to the planet.”
A climate psychologist on how to deal with eco-anxiety: “We have to be good to ourselves the way we want to be good to the planet.”
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lifestyle5 Ways Minna Lee and Her Corgi Prioritize Their Collective Mental Health
The wellness entrepreneur on living with and learning from her anxious dog, from taking breaks to setting boundaries.
The wellness entrepreneur on living with and learning from her anxious dog, from taking breaks to setting boundaries.
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lifestyle5 Science-Backed Ways to De-Stress Outdoors (Your Pet Is Invited)
The author of Return to Nature on the mental health benefits of getting out into various natural landscapes with your pup.
The author of Return to Nature on the mental health benefits of getting out into various natural landscapes with your pup.
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lifestyleHow to Take Your Dog On A Mindful Nature Walk
Wellness experts and animal trainers agree: a tuned-in Spring outing can be restorative for both people and pets.
Wellness experts and animal trainers agree: a tuned-in Spring outing can be restorative for both people and pets.
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lifestyleDon’t Be Trashy: Follow Lauren Singer’s Low-Waste Pet Care Tips
The founder of Package Free says there’s a low-waste alternative to every pet product sitting in your trash right now.
The founder of Package Free says there’s a low-waste alternative to every pet product sitting in your trash right now.
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lifestyle | Wild OnesEco-Activist Lauren Singer on the Irony of Rescuing a Junkyard Dog
“I find it very fitting that the dog I would have was found in the trash. It’s the only trash that I like, I guess!”
“I find it very fitting that the dog I would have was found in the trash. It’s the only trash that I like, I guess!”
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shopping | Behind the BrandThe Bee-Inspired Toys Dogs Are Buzzing About
“Saving bees brings more beauty and joy into the world — just like dogs do.”
“Saving bees brings more beauty and joy into the world — just like dogs do.”
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lifestyle | Wild OnesThe Climate Crisis Needs Better PR. Stephanie Shepherd & Binx Are On It
The Future Earth founder on rescuing a pandemic puppy and using social media to save the planet:
“Our approach is that we’re all in this together during a really transitional, transformational time in society.”The Future Earth founder on rescuing a pandemic puppy and using social media to save the planet:
“Our approach is that we’re all in this together during a really transitional, transformational time in society.”![]()
It’s easier than you think.
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lifestyle7 Times Celebrity Dogs Were Eco-Icons
What do Doug the Pug and Jiffpom have in common? They love their fans and the planet, of course.
What do Doug the Pug and Jiffpom have in common? They love their fans and the planet, of course.
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shopping | Behind the BrandWest Paw Is Leading the Pack in Pet Sustainability
Founder Spencer Williams shares his top tips for pet parents looking to lighten their impact.
Founder Spencer Williams shares his top tips for pet parents looking to lighten their impact.
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shopping | Behind the BrandSoda Bottles & Fabric Scraps Get A Playful Reimagination In Jax & Bones
Tina Nguyen couldn’t find stylish, sustainable, and locally produced products for her dog — so she made them herself.
Tina Nguyen couldn’t find stylish, sustainable, and locally produced products for her dog — so she made them herself.
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lifestyleHow to Marie Kondo Your Pet’s Toy Collection
5 tips for decluttering dog and cat toys, according to KonMari certified consultants.
5 tips for decluttering dog and cat toys, according to KonMari certified consultants.
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