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Rattlesnake & Toad Avoidance Training for Dogs through Wildlife Services in Southern AZ. Trainer: Chelsea.

Follow our main page for all the updates; this page is strictly for avoidance training schedules and updates! My name is Chelsea Richardson and I work as a trainer providing Rattlesnake & Sonoran Toad Avoidance for Dogs around Southern Arizona. Our training uses unaltered rattlesnakes, and is some of the most effective training available paired with our multi step course. The snakes are securely m

uzzled before class for safety & after class the snakes are unmuzzled. While it is not the popular opinion, I love snakes, and our hard working training snakes are well cared for while with us. Check out the Info & FAQ, pinned posts for more info! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Schedule your appointment before something occurs!

10/16/2025

The website has been updated with all class dates until end of the year! Or have us out for private at-home avoidance training any day!
www.sonoranwildlifeservices.com
520-909-1420

09/21/2025

We had a great class this morning at Bark Ave Dog Wash for Rattlesnake Avoidance Training! Some new first time dogs and a couple refreshing dogs who needed a lil reminder of what the Scent, Sight & Sound of a live rattlesnake was.
Despite summer being officially over, snake season out here in AZ never comes to a close, only slows down a bit. An encounter can happen at any time, stay aware and stay prepared!
Our next class date is Oct 12th at a private Ranch Property, or have us out for private at-your-home training!

Chelsea 520-909-1420, call or text to chat and schedule! Tucson, AZ
www.sonoranwildlifeservices.com/rattlesnaketoad

09/16/2025

We've been seeing people recently talking about how their avoidance trained dog walked right past a rattlesnake and the dogs didn't react or notice! There are many real life scenarios where this may be true to varying degrees, let's look at the why, and some further factors. We have all manner of dogs come through training, all ages, breeds with a range of individual behaviors, but the large majority of dogs tend to respond to avoidance training similarly and show common behaviors. During training you are seeing how your individual dog may present those avoidance behaviors; but it is also up to you after training to continue paying attention to your dogs body language and listening to them, it can help keep you safe as well!
Environmental factors play a role in how your dog is sensing what is around them; is it windy, is it wet or humid, extra hot day? We are teaching your dog in a safe and controlled environment what the scent, sight and sound of a live rattlesnake is, killing that curiosity, so they know what it is when encountered in the real world, but, in order to avoid the rattlesnake, your dog first needs to know it is there. If it is windy, that snake scent is going to be moving around and harder to pinpoint, or maybe the snake stays silent with no buzz, or any number of other scenarios, dogs need to be aware of their surroundings. We use a multi point course set-up to cover the bases best we can, most dogs learn quick and do great with training overall.
We always recommend bringing dogs for a refresh walk through every year, the easiest way to keep the training fresh in your pups mind. Some dogs may not see a rattlesnake in the year past training, a quick reminder of that scent, sight and sound can make all the difference in a real encounter.
We will be with you every step through training and every year past that! Clients are always welcome to reach out anytime, we will do our best to help, whatever the situation. I could go on about avoidance training for a lot longer, but if you ever have questions or concerns, I'm always here to chat!
❗ Next Avoidance Class:
Sept 21st at Bark Ave Dog Wash, 520-909-1420 to schedule
www.sonoranwildlifeservices.com/rattlesnaketoad

09/14/2025

We love our job 😊🐕

09/13/2025

Sept 21st is our next class! 🐍

09/04/2025

Next upcoming class dates for Avoidance Training; Sept 13th & Sept 21st!
Call me at 520-909-1420 to chat!

08/29/2025

Upcoming class dates! Or have us out for private training at home!

08/15/2025

Why should you bring your pup through Rattlesnake and Sonoran toad avoidance training with Sonoran Wildlife Services? Because it is the fastest and most effective way to help keep your dogs safe in AZ! Regardless of where you are in the state, there are rattlesnakes around, even if you don't see them. 🐍 Typical vet treatment for rattler bites average $2-8k given the situation. Avoidance training costs $120 the first time, then only $60 each year past that! Well worth the cost in preventative measures and to help save yourself and your dog the trauma that is involved.
Stepping outside your house? Taking the trash cans out? Going for a walk? Remain aware of your surroundings and keep an eye on your dogs behavior, they can tell you something is wrong if you pay attention to their body language and help keep you both safe!

Sign up for one of our class locations or have us out to your home for private training! Rattlesnake or Sonoran toad, we suggest doing both in separate sessions to keep the bases covered! Avoidance Training is not all equal, be sure you use a quality service with years of experience! Licensed & Insured.

Call or Text 520-909-1420 to schedule or chat about your situation.
www.sonoranwildlifeservices.com/rattlesnaketoad

Tucson, AZ

08/13/2025

Follow our main page for all the updates!
Join us for class this Saturday!

07/24/2025

Thank you to our clients and pup parents for having us out for several private at-home trainings this past month, plus the hosted classes at our locations. We do both rattlesnake or Sonoran toad private at-home training, first time or refreshers. 🐍🐸 Don't forget to follow our main page Sonoran Wildlife Services !
There are plenty of situations and dogs out there that can benefit more from training by doing it in their own territory; our priority is to help keep them safe and it is great to see how many people go that route, because that what is best for their dogs! If you'd like to read more details about training, location or private, check out our website and give me a call!
🌐 www.sonoranwildlifeservices.com/rattlesnaketoad
📞 520-909-1420 for Chelsea

Schedule your time-slot for training today before classes fill up!
🐶 $120 first time training, $60 refresh/retest. Rattlesnake or Sonoran toad.
📍 Our next two upcoming location dates:
Sunday August 10th, Bark Ave Dog Wash, Speedway/Pantano
Saturday August 16th, Ranch Property, Tanque Verde/Bear Canyon

📞 520-833-1644 for General Wildlife Assistance
Tucson, AZ

*Some dog photos missing, too focused on the task at hand and forgot to snap pics of everyone!* Thank you again to our clients!

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