Join us once again for our popular Snake Avoidance Clinic, led by Guy Mollicone of Mollicone Kennels, who was recently featured on MeatEater.com for his expertise in snake avoidance training. This is an invaluable opportunity to protect your dog from dangerous encounters with snakes. See firsthand the difference between a dog that has undergone this training and one encountering a snake for the first time.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Time: 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Location: 33.79987, -112.01285 (Carefree Highway and N 32nd St)
Directions: From Carefree Highway, turn north onto N 32nd St. Almost immediately after turning onto N 32nd St there is an entrance on the right (east side) through the barded wire fence onto the AZ State Trust Land. Follow the dirt road about 250 yards to the large gravel area.
Cost:
$100 per dog
$50 for a re-check dog
EBs of the SW club members receive a 10% discount
Payment Options: Cash, PayPal, or Venmo
Registration: Dogs will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you're uncomfortable handling your dog around snakes, a professional handler will be available to guide your dog through the course.
What to Bring:
A flat collar for your dog (no slip leads or pinch collars)
Water for your dog
Waiver:
All participants must sign a waiver before the clinic. Click here for online waiver.
Disclaimer:
While this training is designed to reduce the risk of snake bites, it does not guarantee that your dog will avoid snakes in all situations. Participation in this clinic is at your own discretion, and you assume all responsibility for your dog’s safety.
Does Snake Avoidance Training Work?
This is an example of a rookie dog to snake avoidance. Once the dog catches the scent cone, her prey drive kicks in sending her towards the snake to investigate.
This is an example of a dog that is attending a snake avoidance refresher. This dog has been thru snake avoidance in the past. Notice when he enters the snake’s scent cone the dog pauses before deciding to pull away the snake.