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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How to Take Your Dog On a Mindful Nature Walk
Wellness experts and animal trainers agree: A tuned-in outdoor outing can be restorative for both people and pets.
Wellness experts and animal trainers agree: A tuned-in outdoor outing can be restorative for both people and pets.
health
We Know That Forever Chemicals Are Bad For Us—But What About Our Pets?
Unpacking the research on whether PFAs pose a health risk to our besties.
Unpacking the research on whether PFAs pose a health risk to our besties.
behavior
Your Dog Might Actually Care When You Cry, Says Science
Cue the Phoebe Bridgers—your pup may just soak up your tears.
Cue the Phoebe Bridgers—your pup may just soak up your tears.
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Does Your City Have a Dog Poop Problem? This Could Help
It’s a (literally) dirty business. Here’s how two cities found an eco-friendly way to control it.
It’s a (literally) dirty business. Here’s how two cities found an eco-friendly way to control it.
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3 Ways to Make Sure Your Pet Food Packaging Actually Gets Recycled
With the help of innovative waste-management company TerraCycle, it’s easier than you think.
With the help of innovative waste-management company TerraCycle, it’s easier than you think.
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Your Comprehensive Guide to Eco-Labels on Pet Products
Here are the sustainability buzzwords you should look out for on the packages of your fave products.
Here are the sustainability buzzwords you should look out for on the packages of your fave products.
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8 Dog Hiking Services That’ll Take Your Pup on a Nature Adventure For You
Most dogs can benefit from taking a walk on the wild side.
Most dogs can benefit from taking a walk on the wild side.
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Soft Hiking Is Hardcore Good For You and Your Dog
Sorry, Miley. It’s not always about the climb.

Sorry, Miley. It’s not always about the climb.
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Don’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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3 Sustainability Reasons to Adopt Your Next Pet From a Shelter
Cue Sarah McLachlan.
Cue Sarah McLachlan.
nutrition
8 Invasive Species Treats That Are Welcome in Your Dog’s Bowl
The pet food industry wants to rebalance ecosystems one green crab treat and nutria snack at a time. Here are some options to shop from.
The pet food industry wants to rebalance ecosystems one green crab treat and nutria snack at a time. Here are some options to shop from.
shopping
Interior Designers Don’t Hate These Cat Trees
No beige carpeting in sight.
No beige carpeting in sight.
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Urban Farmer Indy Srinath’s Pup Okra Lives the West Coast Granola-Fantasy Life
The star of the new Nat Geo series Farm Dreams feeds her pup fresh popsicles and foraged kelp.
The star of the new Nat Geo series Farm Dreams feeds her pup fresh popsicles and foraged kelp.
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How 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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The 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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5 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.
health
Doggie Sound Baths Are Obviously a Thing in 2023
Plus, the other effective holistic ways to get your dog to a zen place.
Plus, the other effective holistic ways to get your dog to a zen place.
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One Bulk-Bin Kibble Brand’s Plan to Save the Planet
A new Petco initiative aims to keep 50,000 dog food bags out of landfills each year.
A new Petco initiative aims to keep 50,000 dog food bags out of landfills each year.
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No Sh*t: Why You Should Never, Ever Leave Dog Poop On The Ground
It’ll mess up a lot more than your pristine white sneakers.

It’ll mess up a lot more than your pristine white sneakers.
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Leah Thomas’s Cat Is a Specially Trained Climate Justice Warrior
The Intersectional Environmentalist founder finds big joy in the tiny lap cat who enjoys staring blankly at the Zoom screen.
The Intersectional Environmentalist founder finds big joy in the tiny lap cat who enjoys staring blankly at the Zoom screen.
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Scandi Brand PAIKKA Wants To Give Your Dog a Capsule Wardrobe
The vet-favorite brand sells staple pet clothes and other products that are as fashionable as they are functional.
The vet-favorite brand sells staple pet clothes and other products that are as fashionable as they are functional.
nutrition
Is Cultured Meat the Future of Sustainable Pet Food?
The Because, Animals co-founder on the eco-friendly way we could feed our pets.
The Because, Animals co-founder on the eco-friendly way we could feed our pets.
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How 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.
nutrition
Are 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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5 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.
health
A Walk a Day Keeps the Doggie 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!
shopping
Interior Designers Recommend These Chic Dog Beds to Their Clients
They’re super practical, too.
They’re super practical, too.
nutrition
How 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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Sustainable 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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5 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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Eco-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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The 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.”
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7 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.
shopping | Behind the Brand
West 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.
shopping | Behind the Brand
Soda 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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How 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.

Articles by Emma Loewe

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