juliepoudrier Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 I just learned of the death of Donald McCaig yesterday. This a great loss to the working border collie world. He was a tireless advocate of the working border collie and a great storyteller. If you read only one of his books, I suggest An American Homeplace, which is the story of how he and his wife Anne left the PR world of NYC for a sheep farm in the Virginia Highlands. Godspeed, Donald. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Beer Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 Oh, I am SO sorry to hear this. He and I met up twice and he was SO gracious. I will always remember him well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tea Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 He was very supportive of me. I will miss him. Give Sirrah a pat from us, Sheepdogging geezer. And thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 I will miss him, too. His words on these boards are a rich legacy, as is the rest of his life. God Speed, Donald. Ruth & Gibbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwb3 Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 I am so sorry to hear the news. Read his book "Border Collie Wars" soon after getting Cowboy. It changed how I will think and act concerning Border Collies forever. His voice on the board was always one to read and listen to. I will certainly order An American Homeplace shortly. RIP good Sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highway61 Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 I was afraid to open this thread just by the subject. I never met Donald but enjoyed bantering and reading about his experiences and wisdom he continuously shared here. RIP Donald, you were a gift to so many here and abroad. ETA: I just purchased An America Homeplace, thanks for suggesting that, Julie. https://www.amazon.com/American-Homeplace-Virginia-Bookshelf/dp/0813917751/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 Julie, thanks for notifying here. It is so hard to accept that another legend is gone. I think I have all his books, but will double check on "The American Homeplace". I will definitely re-read "The Dog Wars". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 Patrick Burns, aka Terrieman, has good things to say about Mr. McCaig. They were friends and thought alike. You can find today's post and an article by Mr. McCaig, written some years ago, at terriermandotcom.blogspot.com It's a good read. Ruth & Gibbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCStarkey Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 50 minutes ago, gcv-border said: "I will definitely re-read "The Dog Wars". I think that to honor Donald and the decades that he was an advocate for the Working Border Collie, every Border Collie owner should read "The Dog Wars". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'Elle Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 I am deeply sad to read this news. I never met him, but always eagerly read what he had to say on this forum, and respected his opinion whether it was the same as mine or not. The Dog Wars is a book I have recommended to many people over the years, and it has changed many minds about dogs and border collies. I always looked up to him for his knowledge, his grace and his politeness. He was a good dog man and a gentleman. I will miss reading his words very much. Godspeed, Mr. McCaig. (I am ordering An American Homeplace today) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawgirl Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 Vale Donald, a true gentleman and tireless advocate for the working Border Collie. You will be missed, even by those who knew you only through your words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Coyote Posted November 13, 2018 Report Share Posted November 13, 2018 Aw shoot. I was worried because he wasn't posting nearly as much as he used too. He was just such a great guy. I read Nop's Trials many years ago. Great writer, too. Miss you Geezer. God speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luana Posted November 14, 2018 Report Share Posted November 14, 2018 this is a very sad news. I did not meet him in person, but I treasured all the suggestions, knowledgeable advice he has given on this board. Rip Donald. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CptJack Posted November 14, 2018 Report Share Posted November 14, 2018 This makes me deeply sad. He will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maja Posted November 16, 2018 Report Share Posted November 16, 2018 Very, very sad news. I have three of Donald McCaig's books and always enjoyed the discussions and thoughts he shared here. He will be greatly missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresaserrano Posted November 16, 2018 Report Share Posted November 16, 2018 That's so sad. I loved his posts, would have loved to have met him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligande Posted November 17, 2018 Report Share Posted November 17, 2018 As soon as I saw the title of this post I had a really bad feeling. Mr McCaig contributing so much to the world of Border Collies, I read Border Collie wars when I first joined these boards and although I had an understanding of the fight, the dedication that went into the fight was was inspiring. I will miss his insightful comments and simply his love of dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Stein Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 Obituary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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