BEAUMONT – A special training event on Saturday, July 5, will teach dogs how to avoid dangerous encounters with rattlesnakes. Hosted at the California German Short-Haired Pointer (GSP) Rescue’s Training Field in Beaumont, the one-hour sessions are designed to help dogs recognize and stay away from rattlesnakes by sight, sound, and scent.Each year, numerous dogs in Southern California are bitten by rattlesnakes, often resulting in veterinary bills ranging from $1,500 to $5,000. Rattlesnake avoidance training is a proactive way to reduce the risk, particularly for dogs living near canyons or frequently taken on hikes in the backcountry.The training will be conducted by professional handlers from High On Kennels, with proceeds benefiting California GSP Rescue. Sessions cost $95 pe
