WE HAVE THE MOST CERTIFIED
STAFF IN ALABAMA!
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ABIGAIL WITTHAUER
FACILITY OWNER, DIRECTOR OF TRAINING & BEHAVIOR, FOUNDER OF THE ROVERCHASE FOUNDATION Abigail is the owner of Roverchase and has been a professional dog trainer for 15 years. As one of the most certified dog trainers in the southeastern U.S., she is the only certified canine behavior consultant in greater birmingham area, a certified professional dog trainer, and one of just 70 trainers worldwide selected by Victoria Stilwell to hold the prestigious title of Victoria Stilwell Professional Dog Trainer. Abigail is also a member of the Pet Professionals Guild and the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. She previously has worked as a veterinary technician, professional groomer, and professional pet sitter. When Abigail is not at Roverchase, she is often touring the country attending & teaching at continuing education seminars and events. |
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APRIL SHOE
ASSOCIATE TRAINER/FACILITY MANAGER April is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator with a special interest in impulse control. At Roverchase, April can be found teaching our group class and day training clients how to be the best behaved dog in the neighborhood. She believes group classes are meant to be fun and rewarding for both humans and dogs. As the mom of 3 humans, 3 dogs, 2 cats, and 3 hermit crabs April is passionate about building healthy relationships between animals and children, as well as helping clients prepare to bring a new baby into a home with pets. |
MEGAN RAMIREZ
ASSOCIATE TRAINER
Megan is a certified professional dog trainer with a special interest in clicker training and dog sports. At Roverchase, Megan can be found working with our Service Dog Program and teaching canine sports. Megan is one of 2 Karen Pryor Dog Training Academy graduates in Alabama and a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator.
ASSOCIATE TRAINER
Megan is a certified professional dog trainer with a special interest in clicker training and dog sports. At Roverchase, Megan can be found working with our Service Dog Program and teaching canine sports. Megan is one of 2 Karen Pryor Dog Training Academy graduates in Alabama and a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator.
AUDREY SAUNDERS
ASSISTANT TRAINER
Audrey is graduating in December of 2020 with her BS in Psychology from Samford University. Throughout her time in college, Audrey worked teaching horseback riding lessons and helping to manage the care of the horses, volunteering with Equine Paths, and interning at the Birmingham Zoo. She has owned and worked with dogs for the majority of her life. At Roverchase, Audrey can be found working with our service dog program, teaching Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience, and helping our day training clients build a solid foundation for their dog. Audrey is actively pursuing both her CPDT-KA and her CBCC-KA certifications.
ASSISTANT TRAINER
Audrey is graduating in December of 2020 with her BS in Psychology from Samford University. Throughout her time in college, Audrey worked teaching horseback riding lessons and helping to manage the care of the horses, volunteering with Equine Paths, and interning at the Birmingham Zoo. She has owned and worked with dogs for the majority of her life. At Roverchase, Audrey can be found working with our service dog program, teaching Puppy Kindergarten, Basic Obedience, and helping our day training clients build a solid foundation for their dog. Audrey is actively pursuing both her CPDT-KA and her CBCC-KA certifications.
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ERIC THOMPSON
KENNEL MANAGER Eric is one of Roverchase’s first employees, having worked here a little over four years. When Eric isn’t taking care of your pups, he oversees facility maintenance, making sure that Roverchase stays safe and comfortable for your companions at all times. Eric grew up in Texas on a farm and enjoys life in Birmingham with his son DJ and wife Misty. |
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RACHEL MCBRIDE
GROOMER Rachel is an academy-trained, force-free dog groomer with 7+ years of experience. She has been with Roverchase since 4 months after we opened. Rachel specializes in poodle, doodle, and terrier cuts but is knowledgeable about grooming for all dog breeds. She works closely with the Roverchase training staff and Dr. Jenny Biehunko with dogs who are sick, elderly, or do not enjoy being groomed. |
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ROVERCHASE
224 Commerce Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124 PHONE: (205) 332-0203 FAX: (205) 776-7942 EMAIL: info@roverchase.com |
THE FOUNDATION
130 Inverness Plaza #342
Birmingham, AL 35242 PHONE: (404) 556-2324 FAX: (205) 991-3877 EMAIL: info@theroverchasefoundation.com |
OPENING HOURS
Monday - Saturday: 7 AM - 6 PM
Sunday: 12 PM - 6 PM |