Author Archives: nac1909

Lessons Learned from Camp

Posted on September 12, 2011 by nac1909

Knowing your Dog Over Labor Day weekend I gave a presentation on “Living With Dogs” based on my recently published book “There’s a Dog in the House” at Camp Unleashed in Becket, Massachusetts. It was my fourth Camp Unleashed. I … Continue reading →

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The Livable Home

Posted on July 22, 2011 by nac1909

A Conversation with Amy McCawley The Livable Home Store Where can you find wonderful home furnishings selected specifically for your dog friendly home? The Livable Home Store. It’s an online home furnishings store conceived by interior designer Amy McCawley of … Continue reading →

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Product Testing the Doberman Way

Posted on June 13, 2011 by nac1909

What the Dobermans taught me about design…… My first Doberman was a Christmas gift from a boyfriend. She was the best gift I have ever received. Everything about that puppy went against all the dog experts’ advice: never give a … Continue reading →

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Kiddie Locks aren’t just for Kids!

Posted on May 15, 2011 by nac1909

What Teddy taught me about design (Part 1)…. Teddy’s Great Escape _________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ It was a beautiful day in September 2004 when Teddy and I arrived at the inaugural Camp Unleashed at a boys’ camp on the shore of the … Continue reading →

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Cover Dog Teddy

Posted on April 25, 2011 by nac1909

1994? – 2011 Teddy, the adorable little dog on both the front and back cover of “There’s a Dog in the House,” died last week from the affects of advanced kidney disease and congestive heart failure.  We estimate that he … Continue reading →

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Design/Building Basics Part I

Posted on April 3, 2011 by nac1909

Selecting the right professional Before commencing any design project, whether it is building a new home or renovating an existing one, you must find appropriate professional advisors. The primary professionals are architects, interior designers and building contractors. One project may … Continue reading →

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Lena’s Story

Posted on March 6, 2011 by nac1909

Post-Surgical Home Preparation (Watch a short video of Lena’s Recovery) In April 2009, our Doberman Lena had a dorsal laminectomy to reduce a severe spinal compression* in her neck. The surgery was done at Cornell University. The vets were surprised … Continue reading →

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Stop. Look. What’s that Sound?

Posted on February 6, 2011 by nac1909

______________________________________________________________ Not long ago my friend Andrea was awakened at 1 a.m. by a prodding nose. Maddie, herPortuguese Water Dog was clearly agitated by something. After a trip outdoors Maddie was still distressed and Andrea stroked her for a while … Continue reading →

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Dog of the Week

Posted on January 30, 2011 by nac1909

Be sure to check out the Dog of the Week page. Every week I will add an antique photograph of a dog. Some images include the photographer’s name and/or the name of the dog. More often than not both are … Continue reading →

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Indoor Air Quality

Posted on January 25, 2011 by nac1909

What’s all the fuss about VOCs? (Portions adapted from “There’s A Dog in the House: A practical guide for creating today’s dog-friendly home”) Indoor air quality is a major concern because the average human spends 90% of a typical day … Continue reading →

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