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Dogs are NOT naturally afraid of rattlesnakes like we are
Over 150,000 dogs are bitten by snakes every year
If you live or take your dog into rattlesnake country, what are you going to do if your dog is bitten?
Don't take the chance! Get your dog trained!
Your dog's safety starts here
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YOU AND YOUR DOG ATTEND THE CLASS
CONFIDENTLY TAKE YOUR DOG INTO RATTLESNAKE COUNTRY
How it works
The training is simple and effective.
Your dog will learn to identify the smell of a rattlesnake and then to avoid it - for life.
We use a live, unaltered rattlesnake, kept in a strike-proof cage with plenty of venting so your dog can get close and get a good smell of rattlesnake.
At the time your dog's snout is full of rattlesnake smell, we activate the training collar to deliver a sharp pain.
Your dog now associates that specific smell with pain and will avoid it at all costs.
Every dog is tested at the end of the class to make sure they are now snake-proof and I offer free re-testing at any future class so you can be confident in your dog's training.
Who rattlesnake avoidance training is for
Rattlesnake avoidance training is for anyone who lives in or takes their dogs to rattlesnake country. Whether you are a hunter, hiker, or your backyard might be home to a snake, you need to train your dog to avoid rattlesnakes at all costs.
Know before you go
Rattlesnakes are part of life in our area, and knowing where they’ve recently been spotted can help you stay a little more aware when you’re out exploring with your dog.
Check the community rattlesnake sighting maps below to see reported sightings in your area before you head out.