Is it Okay to Change a Dog’s Name?
We at GSP Rescue have been asked many times, “is it okay to change a dog’s name?” The answer: Absolutely! GSPs are very intelligent dogs and learning a new name is an easy ‘trick’ for them. Use their new name frequently and associate the new name with positive things such as pets, treats, and meals....
Snake Training
You will learn the habits and locations of snakes, the time and weather in which they appear and a few chilling details which can save YOUR life as well as your dog’s. We will teach the “types” of snakebites, venom and effects of envenomation. You will also be informed about the myths of treatment and...
How to exercise your GSP starring Jake Jr
The following is a video of Jake Jr getting a little workout. Jake Jr is the pup that was in a earlier video that displayed the “Night Terrors” that CA GSP Rescue is trying to get diagnosed. In this video Jake Jr shows he is a typical GSP pup during the day. You can help...
Snake Training Update
The Saturday (April 2nd) Snake Training class is full. There are still a few spots available in the Sunday (April 3rd) & Saturday April 30th classes. Now that it appears Winter is over and the weather is warming up, you are likely to see more Rattlesnakes – be prepared! Get your dog trained to avoid...
Obedience Training
We offer free and unlimited basic obedience training to all dogs adopted from our Rescue. Training is held at the Rescue every Saturday from 11:00 am-1:00 pm. Need more details on obedience training here. You can also view our Training Journal to find out how some of the dogs we have for adoption are coming...
Sign-Up for Snake Training
Interested in attending one of the snake avoidance training classes? Use the following form to reserve a space and feel confident about how your dog reacts when it encounters a rattlesnake.




