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body of research showing the benefts of feeding dogs a "spe- cies-appropriate diet." For homeowners who feed raw, this may mean a need for greater freezer space (for buying in bulk), as well as greater concerns about sanitation (just as with handling raw food while cooking, those who are feeding raw to their dog may want hands-free faucets and easy-to-clean surfaces that have antibacterial properties to minimize cross contamination). TOY STORAGE For keeping toys at bay, think about about a hamper-type mechanism, where toys can be easily tossed into or removed. Or, consider a box that sits on the foor (perhaps a drawer box) so they are easily retrievable by the pet. some veterinarians believe they can help minimize the risk of bloat, a potentially deadly condition that primarily impacts large dogs. Additionally, raised feeders can be easier for older pet owners or physically challenged people for whom bending to pick up bowls from the foor can be challenging. Elevated feeders come in a variety of forms, from elegant hand-carved wood with the pet's name engraved into the design and deco- rative wrought iron to simple plastic or laminate. Some can be designed as permanent built-ins while others are easily moved to wherever they are needed. In recent years, the holistic trend of "raw feeding" has become increasingly popular with dog owners concerned about the large number of pet food recalls, and intrigued by a growing A designer who attended one of my KBDN seminars shared this great island solution with me. The dog feeding and water bowls are tucked at the end of an island for continuous feeding and safety for all. Pet bowls should not placed in a heavily used people walking area. Using the end of a base cabinet makes sense. In this excellent example, a stone top is used in the enclosure where the removable bowls are placed. Rather than a simple wood top, some type of easily-to-clean surface should be used on the feeding station's 'counter' surface. Designed by Mark Haddad, AKBD, and Susan Cracraft, AKBD, Haddad Hakansson Design Studio, Washington, DC, www.hhdesignstudio.com. Photo: Joseph St. Pierre, JS Photography, www.jsphotography.us This is another great example of the strategy. In this case the bowls are in a cabinet right next to the mudroom, once again inset into countertop material. Designed by Mark Haddad, AKBD, and Louie Kerbici, Haddad Hakansson Design Studio, Washington, DC, www.hhdesignstudio.com. Photo: Jamie Salomon, James R. Salomon Photography, www.salomonphoto.com/home.html Special purpose storage cabinets originally designed as trash receptacles can make a great place to store dry dog food. In this example, the trash needs are flled by the large bin. Dog food can be stored in the removable smaller container in position two. Photo: Courtesy of Häfele America Co, www.hafele.com/us For larger dogs, or pet parents who shop in bulk, a full waste receptacle may be best reserved for dry food stufs. Make sure you specify a storage system that includes a lid. Photo: Courtesy of Rev-A-Shelf, www.rev-a-shelf.com 66 Kitchen & Bath Design News • January 2016 DESIGNER'S NOTEBOOK