This can save you and your dogs life!
Anyone that enjoys the outdoors with his or her dog is invited to participate in the Snake Avoidance Clinic. At this clinic your dog will receive training with a proven method of snake proofing. Your dog will be trained to recognize snakes as a danger to themselves and possibly you. They will learn to fear and avoid by Sight, Sound and Smell dangerous snakes.
All Breeds are welcome!
To register or for information please contact:
Fred Prior
303-450-2547
Skeet or Trap.
Call Quail Run to reserve a time,
or reserve a field to work your dogs 303-646-3868
You are wondering what exactly a Snake Avoidance Clinic is and what is going to happen to my dog…Professional dog and snake handler Julian Weslow from Trinity, Texas, who has ’desnaked’ over 4500 dogs In the past 15 years, will conduct the clinic, sponsored by the Colorado Gun Dog Association.
We use live Diamondback Rattlesnakes. With the possibility of accidental striking of dogs, the snakes have Been surgically ‘ defanged’ to prevent extraction of venom. Since rattlers have the capabilities of rotating fangs very quickly after accidents to their fangs, Julian uses a clipping method to keep the old fang partially in place. Due to that there is still a possibility that a dog could get pricked where that portion of the fang is `and draw blood, although the possibility of venom extracting from that portion of the fang is very low. Julian has had hundreds of struck during the ’desnaked ’ process, with never a reported accidental venomextraction. While no venom has yet to have been extracted, Julian knows that every year dog owners are concerned should their dog be struck; this explanation will advise you of that possibility.
The clinic uses electronic stimulation dog collars for the negative response in teaching the dog that the Discomfort comes from the snake. The electronic collar has been proven as a very safe method of training.
There will be 2 rattlesnakes on the course. The first snake has its rattles taped to simulate a dormant Snake or a Cottonmouth. The dog is brought in the vicinity of the snake using long check cords. The best response is to get the dog to use its natural senses and SMELL THE SNAKE….& SEE THE SNAKE! When the handler of the collar sees that this has occurred, then a negative will be given from the e-collar. Some dogs will need to see it again, but most will learn quickly that any curiosity will result in a negative response.
The second snake will usually be a very aggressive, rattlesnake, complete with the buzzing of rattles. Again The plan is to have the dog use it’s natural senses and HEAR THE SNALE…. SEE THE SNAKE….& SMELL THE SNAKE. If the dog responds by leaving the vicinity, no negative response will be given, but if The dog is still curious, he will receive a negative e-collar response.
The last loyal check is to have the owner call the dog to him while the rattlesnake is between the dog and the owner. A wide berth around the snake is the final lesson that the dog knows WHERE THE SNAKE IS…. WHAT THE SNAKE SOUND LIKE…& WHAT THE SNAKE SMELLS LIKE.
This method of training is not going to help the dog that does not smell, see or hear the snake. We have Heard many success stories from owners of seminar dogs that got the chance to SMELL, SEEE OR HEAR It…..Give your dog a chance…..”DESNAKE’!!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation?
Your application and payment are your reservation. Sending in the application and payment beforehand will make the process go smoother and those registered that come at 7:30 to about 8:00 am and those in line will have priority on a first come first serve basis. You may come either day.
Is there room for my dog?
There is plenty of room for your dogs. We guided over 100 dogs through the course in a day last year and still had time for more. If you arrive by 1:00 pm we will train until all dogs are are done, it is too dark or we just can't go on. This year you have the choice of two days. Just come on the day most convenient to you, Saturday June 23th or Sunday June 24th 2012.
Does my dog need to take this course again?
A second treatment is good for a refresher course and allows you to judge whether your dog has learned from the first time or may need more. Dogs are like people in this respect, you never know.
Is my puppy old enough for this course?
This treatment is not effective for puppies younger than 6 months old.
Do I need to be a member of CGDA to put my dog through this course?
No, membership is not required, this is a program for all dogs especially those who live and play in snake country. If you do have a pointing dog you may be interested in our club and it's benefits, please inquire at the check in desk.
