Coverage dated August 1, 2026

Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes

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TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Ripley, a medium-sized dog with a strong prey drive, curiously approached Brian, a large western diamondback rattlesnake, until she got a quick zap on the neck meant to simulate a venomous viper’s bite.

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  1. Green Field Reporter

    Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid poisonous snakes (opens Green Field Reporter)

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    TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Ripley, a medium-sized dog with a strong prey drive, curiously approached Brian, a large western diamondback rattlesnake, until she got a quick zap on the neck meant to simulate a venomous viper’s bite.

  2. LocalSYR

    Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes (opens LocalSYR)

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    TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Ripley, a medium-sized dog with a strong prey drive, curiously approached Brian, a large western diamondback rattlesnake, until she got a quick zap on the neck meant to simulate a venomous viper’s bite.

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