unfortunately, it's no friend to the environment. a vintage baguette board with rich patina and burn scars which speak of its use long ago in a bakery for proofing bread dough. and even if there are, it can be a good idea to let them know so they can put out a bowl of water for your dog's arrival. the result is amazing, and the best part is that i know with confidence that it's one-of-a-kind. it is to the authors credit that they considered this factor in the presentation of the results. 