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MEET OUR TEAM
THIS IS WHO WE ARE

WE HAVE THE MOST CERTIFIED
STAFF IN ALABAMA!

We all love dogs - that's why we are here!  However, loving dogs and the experience of having dogs is simply not enough to provide professional care.  We are committed to hiring and supporting a highly educated and experience staff who are committed to consistent and regular continuing education and advancement.  Each of our employees have completed over 100 hours of continuing education and various certifications to be a long-term hire.  Each of our training staff has completed over 300 hours of continuing education and have passed boarded exams to become a part of the Roverchase Training Team.  Each of our staff is committed to completing a minimum of 30 hours of continuing education annually as well as serving actively with an animal related non-profit throughout each year.  We are passionate about dogs, but more importantly, we take the professionalism and science of animal care and husbandry very seriously.  We are committed to having a staff of highly educated, professional, and continually learning professionals to serve you and your dog.  

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ABIGAIL WITTHAUER (She/Her)
FACILITY FOUNDER, DIRECTOR, FOUNDER OF THE ROVERCHASE FOUNDATION


Abigail is the founder and owner of Roverchase and has been a professional dog trainer for nearly two decades. As one of the most certified dog trainers in the southeastern U.S., she a certified canine behavior consultant, 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 previously has worked as a veterinary technician, professional groomer, and professional pet sitter. When Abigail is not at Roverchase, she can often be found on her small hobby farm in Alabaster and working within the non-profit The Roverchase Foundation.  
Certifications/Degrees
  • Victoria Stilwell Professional Dog Trainer
  • Certified Canine Behavior Consultant
  • Certified Professional Dog Trainer
  • Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator
  • Pet Professional Guild Member
  • Association of Professional Dog Trainers
  • Pet Sitter International Professional
  • Pet Professional Guild Member
  • ​BA
Experience
  • Regular Lecturer at Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine 
  • Regular Lecturer at Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine 
  • 10 years as a Veterinary Technician
  • 18 years as a Professional Dog Behavior Expert
  • 5 years as a professional groomer
  • ​22 years as a professional pet sitter
​Publications
  • Expert writer for Positively.com
  • Expert writer for Animal Advocates of Alabama
  • ​Published regularly as an expert opinion writer in major canine publications
Continuing Education
  • Living and Learning With Animals, 2019, Dr. Susan Friedman
  • Clicker Expo, Multiple Years
  • Family Paws Parent Education Licensing Course, 2019, Jennifer Shyrock
  • Aggression In Dogs, 2019, Michael Shikashio
  • Veterinary Behavior Symposium, Multiple Years 
  • Association of Professional Dog Trainers Conference, Multiple Years 

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JIMMIE VANCE (She/Her)
Certified Trainer


Jimmie is a graduate of the prestigious and rigorous Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Trainers.  She completed her externship with Roverchase during her studies.  Jimmie is also a Certified Professional Dog Trainer.  At Roverchase Jimmie can be found teaching group classes, private lessons, and our day training program.  Jimmie is also a pivotal part of preparing The Roverchase Foundation service dogs for their future by ensuring these special heroes are well-trained and experienced in public access settings.  

Jimmie has a special interest in rescue, particularly "power breeds" such as pit-bulls.  As a long-time pit-bull owner, Jimmie's experience and passion for these very special rescue dogs is a huge asset to the Roverchase team.  

                          
                                                                         


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
Roverchase
224 Commerce Parkway
Pelham, AL 35124
Info@Roverchase.com
Call or Text: 205-332-0203
Fax: 205-776-7942


Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 6:00pm  
Saturday: Closed to the public
Sunday: 5pm-6pm pickup/dropoff only 

  • Home
  • ABOUT US
    • Philosophy
    • Meet the Team
  • SERVICES
    • TRAINING OPTIONS >
      • DAY TRAINING
      • GROUP CLASSES
      • BOARDING SCHOOL
      • PRIVATE LESSONS
      • SERVICE DOG TRAINING
    • BOARDING
    • DAYCARE
    • GROOMING
  • Contact Us
  • The Roverchase Foundation Service Dogs