Hemo is an 11-pound dog who, years ago, was bitten in the face by a baby rattlesnake. He was rushed to a veterinary hospital and almost didn't survive. The bite left a permanent mark — the fur on his muzzle turned from white to black exactly where the fang made contact.
When Hemo came to us, we knew we had to be careful. Small dogs receive the lowest possible e-collar setting — and for Hemo, we relied almost entirely on the vibrate setting, paired with steady positive reinforcement throughout the course. We took our time with him. He never felt overwhelmed.
Hemo completed the full 12-station course and graduated. His owners left knowing that the crisis that almost took his life once will never catch them off guard again. He is rattlesnake safe.