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SnakeWorx Snakework specializes in rattlesnake avoidance training for your beloved pets Snakework is a company owned by Anthony Harper and Joel Almquist.

We train your dogs to recognize and avoid rattlesnakes by using real live rattlesnakes. All of the snakes are muzzled so the dog is in no danger what so ever. The snake is not harmed either. The trainers and the owners are all safe. A correction collar is used at a very low level to make the dog think it just got bit by the rattlesnake. Each dog goes through four stations, starting with a juvenile

snake native to the area that we are training in. When the dog is fully engaged with the snake, the correction comes into play. This is done as many times as needed until the dog is clearly avoiding the snake. The next station is a shed skin for scent recognition. The skin does not look like a snake, but it still smells like one. When the dog engages the scent, another correction is given, teaching the dog that if it is poking through a bush and smells this smell, danger is present. The third phase consists of a real rattlesnake hidden in a hide box. The dog cannot see the snake, but can only hear it. Immediately when the dog hears this sound, a correction is given and the dog is ran in the opposite direction. The final stage uses an adult rattlesnake, native to the area. By now the dog knows the site, smell, and sound of the rattlesnake, but we try and make the dog make a mistake and stumble upon it, issuing a correction when this occurs. This teaches the dog to be more alert of its surroundings. When the dog clearly avoids the snake, we run the dog back and have his or her owners stand on the opposite side of the snake. We have the owners call the dog to them, teaching the dog that mom or dad are on the opposite side. The dog will think, "Should I close my eyes and go over the snake or figure out a safer way to my owner". If the dog chooses to completely avoid the snake, the training has been successful. We recommend to have your pets trained once a year for three to four consecutive years. Please visit our website at www.snakeworx.com or e-mail us at [email protected].

Please visit snakeworxavoidance.com for details and to reserve a spot for your dog
08/27/2025

Please visit snakeworxavoidance.com for details and to reserve a spot for your dog

We have a few spots left for Sunday . Please visit our website for info on the new location and to reserve a spot for yo...
08/08/2025

We have a few spots left for Sunday . Please visit our website for info on the new location and to reserve a spot for your dog . Www.snakework.com

07/25/2025

During this time of year, rattlesnake danger is REAL! Approximately 150k dogs are bitten by rattlesnake every year and rattlesnake venom can cause severe pain, swelling, and potentially life-threatening complications. Vet costs can also be sky-high in order to save your pet from a bite.

This is exactly why rattlesnake avoidance training is SO important for your dog. Our friends at create a “real-life” rattlesnake encounter and use their innovative training process to teach dogs to avoid being bitten by a rattlesnake.

With their professional experience both training dogs and handling venomous snakes, your dog's safety is their top priority. They take pride in having this unique combination of knowledge and experience which is necessary to train your dog properly and safely to avoid a rattlesnake!

Snakeworx will be hosting Rattlesnake Avoidance Training sessions on August 10th from 8am to 11am right here at YAPS! Interested in signing up? Book an appointment time through the Snakeworx link listed below! We'll see you there! 🐍

For more info about Snakeworx Avoidance and the work they do, visit their website at: snakeworxavoidance.com

Book your training time here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/6ba35463

07/20/2025

We added two clinics for August due to high demand. We will be in Cherry Valley August 9th at Enlighten Dog Training and at YAPs in Yucaipa August 10th. Please visit our website for more info.

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Snakeworx would like to wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July
07/04/2025

Snakeworx would like to wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July

06/08/2025

We added a morning clinic in Cherry Valley on July 18th. Please use the link to reserve a spot for your dog. As the temperature gets hotter for the summer we will have limited availability to keep our snakes and your dogs safe.

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05/15/2025

We have a few openings left for this weekend in Gilroy

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05/10/2025

How long did it take you to spot the rattlesnake?? 👀🐍
As the weather warms up, you may notice more snakes out on the trails! Please remember that snakes are important members of the ecosystem and should never be handled, chased, or killed. 💚

🐍 Most snakes here in California are harmless. However, the RATTLESNAKE is the one venomous species to be aware of.

🐍 Rattlesnakes are NOT generally aggressive – they just want to be left alone. Most rattlesnake bites occur when snakes are deliberately handled or accidentally touched. With that in mind...

🐍 Be alert – keep your eyes and ears open. Don’t count on sound alone, as startled rattlesnakes may not rattle before striking defensively (and younger snakes don’t have fully formed rattles).

🐍 Wear sturdy close-toed shoes when exploring open space. Don’t go barefoot or wear sandals.

🐍 Stick to well-used trails. Avoid tall grass, weeds, and heavy underbrush where snakes may hide during the day – one MORE reason to always stay on trail!

🐍 Don’t step or put your hands where you cannot see. Avoid stepping over rocks and logs, and always look before sitting down.

🐍 In the rare case of a snake bite, do not panic. Slowly move away from the snake and call 911 or send someone for help. Do NOT apply a cold pack or tourniquet, cut the bite, or attempt to suck out the venom.

🐍 Respect ALL snakes and leave them alone!

Learn more about snakes on our blog: https://www.openspaceauthority.org/whats-new/snakes-south-bay

📷: Maggie Chan

We updated our website with more clinic dates!
03/26/2025

We updated our website with more clinic dates!

Here at Snakeworx Avoidance, your dog's safety is our priority. We are professionals who specialize in rattlesnake avoidance training for dogs. Unlike other rattlesnake avoidance companies, our trainers have decades of professional experience both training dogs and handling venomous snakes. We take....

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