GM News - November 2021

November already! We hope you are hale and hearty :-)

Amanda, Rodna, David & Ruth
Gentle Modern School of Dog Training

Do you have a

Pet Sitter/Boarding Kennel,
Doggy Daycare
Dog Walker,
Groomer,
Vet,
Canine Massage Therapist, etc.

that you would recommend to other members of the Gentle Modern School community?

If you love them, please share them!

We often have people ask about these services and it would be great to be able to suggest services that are recommended. Email Amanda with details. Thanks in advance!

Recipe - Apple Balls

Beware

Artificial sweetener xylitol is poisonous to dogs and is found in a wide range of products.

Presents!

Australian Dog Lover has released their Christmas Gift Guide - lots of food, toy, accessory and puzzle ideas.

You can receive a 20% discount at Lickimat with the code GENTLEMODERNSCHOOL - ends 31 December 2021!

For those of you who might be thinking about the gift of a home obstacle/agility course for your dog, Kmart has some great kids/sports products that you could adapt for use by your dogs.
- 3 Pack Agility Poles $15.00
- Hula Hoops $5.00
- Cone, Pole and Hoop Set $15.00
- 6m Hurdle Ladder (not for climbing, it lays flat on the ground) $12.00
- Field Markers - Pack of 10 $5.00
Items only for use under supervision - they are not designed to be chewable.

And for the dog-loving humans in your life - how about a photo-based gift or a book - perhaps The Forever Dog on science to help canine companions "live younger, healthier and longer"?

Summer - Snakes and Camping (hopefully not at the same time!)

Planning on going camping with your dog? Check out this guide: Preparing For A Safe Camping Trip With Your Dog by Veterinary Nurse, traveller and writer, Leah Eichner.
For detailed info on snakes and dogs - not a good combo! - checkout 'Keeping dogs safe from snake bite'