Welcome to MaevWorld — a community for dog people, curated by Maev.
Nutrition
One super nutrient that’s getting a lot of air time is bovine colostrum. But what is it and what are the benefits of adding it to your dog’s routine?
Spring means showers, flowers, and, for many of us, the arrival of peak allergy season (dogs included). But how do you know if your dog is struggling with seasonal allergies?
Dogs can't text (yet). And they definitely can’t verbalize their feelings or describe ailments (which makes it challenging for dog parents to identify health issues promptly).
Translation: Consuming a complete and balanced diet filled with whole foods and key micro and macronutrients promotes optimal physical and mental health. (Eating right gives the body and the mind an advantage.)
Lifestyle
This may come as a surprise, but there’s nothing we love more than celebrating dogs. So, each month we’re spotlighting a dog from our community.
This may come as a surprise, but there’s nothing we love more than celebrating dogs. So, each month we’re spotlighting a dog from our community.
We sat down with Maev Team Member and Dog Parent, Michael, to learn 5 hacks to help improve a busy family’s morning routine. Hint: they rely on healthy meals made with high-quality whole foods.
This may come as a surprise, but there’s nothing we love more than celebrating dogs. So, each month we’re spotlighting a dog from our community.
Zach Weiland’s a cattle rancher and designer. Graham Ebner is an artisan who makes custom cowboy boots. Both live in Austin, Texas, work with their hands to make a living, and love their dogs — Blue and Newt (respectively).
Advice
For six years, Maev's office dog Ernie struggled with dry, flaky skin, itchiness, and dandruff. Until he made the switch to a raw food diet. Sit down with Ernie’s Dog Parent, Jama, to learn more about his recovery journey and how he went from being itchy, scratchy to soft and shiny.
As someone with dogs who suffer from separation anxiety and display other anxious behaviors too, I wanted to find a supplement designed to promote calm within my Klee Kai.
When it’s cold, rainy, and/or snowy outside, we highly recommend adding these 5 things to your dog’s routine so you can still walk, jog, hike, and play with them safely and comfortably.
Everything You Need to Know About Their Nutrition, Vaccinations, Veterinary Care, Socialization, Physical Activity, and Mental Health
Changing your dog’s food routine can be a bit of a learning curve — for both their gastrointestinal system/ microbiome and their taste buds — especially if they tend to be a Picky Eater.
Whether you’re hiking, biking, or lounging on the greens, follow these guidelines to respect the outdoors and your neighbors.
Maev Puppy School
Puppyhood is a period of rapid physical growth and cognitive development. To give your puppy a healthy start, it’s imperative to support their systemic (or whole-body) health.
If you’re reading this, you’ve likely already asked yourself the big question: “Am I ready to be a dog parent?”
In addition to their daily nutritional intake, did you know one of the most impactful ways to keep your puppy happy, healthy, and meeting pivotal developmental milestones is by simply letting them catch zzz’s?
Many first-time puppy parents experience a feeling of dread when it comes to potty training (sometimes referred to as house training) their young puppy. Understandably so, it can be time consuming and a bit messy!
Unsurprisingly, dogs' primary love language seems to be food. As most dog parents learn, treats are a great motivator when training a puppy, and food positively reinforces behaviors or tasks we’d like our dogs to complete, daily. With this inherent canine food obsession, however, comes the possibility that your dog might sink their teeth into something on the dreaded “never-feed list.”
When it comes to the hot topic of preventative medications — one question we’re frequently asked is — what type of flea, tick, and heartworm prevention is best for my puppy? Let’s start with the basics…
This trick can help your dog build confidence in new environments, redirect them in the presence of a trigger or stressor, and even acts as a reliable recall command during off-leash activities. Plus, it’s a great way to entertain and exercise.