About Rattlesnake Avoidance Training-Wenatchee

What they offer

Rattlesnake Avoidance Training in Wenatchee runs classes that teach dogs to identify the smell of a rattlesnake and avoid it, for hunters, hikers and anyone whose dog spends time in rattlesnake country. Owners register online and attend a class with their dog.

How it works

The class uses a live rattlesnake kept in a strike-proof, vented cage. When the dog investigates the snake's scent, a training collar delivers a sharp correction so the dog links that specific smell with something to avoid; the site explains that a dog's strong scent memory makes this association last. Every dog is tested at the end of the class, and free re-testing is offered at any future class. The site's FAQ notes that this kind of scent association training is separate from obedience work done with a training collar.