It's refreshing to see nautical, navy BLUE. Everyone is saying the same thing for the most part - just introduce another color, definitely bright (yellow or orange IMO) and it will make it more current. What I really like is how your style will withstand the test of time - and with minor updates now and then it will always look fresh and "current".

Are there little bits and pieces that you could salvage and put into a shadowbox? Just little things that mean something to you or that would remind you of good times you had in your home.

Anything can be done, it's just a matter of cost. For a job that size, I would try a local makerspace if you have one of those in your city. Hopefully there will be an artisan of some kind who can help you with it. Otherwise, maybe call a hipstery reclaimed furniture store and see if they know of a small business or artist who can make something for you.

I teach my dogs that the kitchen is out of bounds. That way they don't get under your feet and you can move around confidently knowing you won't stand on them. Also, be consistent with the rules of the house and ensure you walk Pancake every day! It's a good balancer and they need to 'sniff' to see what is going on in the dog world. I also feed them after a walk, then they know when dinner time is, even if it is an hour earlier, it doesn't matter. It is also a good idea to insist they sit before getting into their food, they too can have manners. Just don't leave them sitting too long when training them. If they start to move, before they look at you to give the ok command, try and say ok as quickly as they are moving into to eat. Practice makes perfect. Enjoy Pancake, she looks adorable.