Go Over Rover Dog Training LLC

Go Over Rover offers a comprehensive range of training programs. Manners/Obedience classes include Puppy Kindergarten (10 weeks to 5 months, covering basic cues, impulse control, potty training, and addressing common puppy behaviors like chewing and jumping, qualifying for AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy test), Beginner Class (6 months and older, focusing on foundational skills like Sit, Down, Stay, Loose Leash Walking, Recall, and addressing unwanted behaviors), Intermediate Class (6 months and older, building on Beginner skills with more challenging exercises), and Canine Good Citizen Prep/Advanced Class (6 months and older, preparing teams for distractions and advanced obedience cues, qualifying for AKC CGC test).

They also provide AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluations for dogs that have completed their obedience training. Agility training is offered in multiple levels: Foundations/FUNdamentals (1 year old+, 12 weeks, teaching basic handling and obstacle introduction), Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced (ongoing classes for improving teamwork, obstacle skills, and preparing for competition). Nose Work classes are available, with new sessions posted as offered. Private lessons are tailored to individual needs, goals, and lifestyles, covering manners, CGC prep, or agility skills.

Pricing Summary

Manners/Obedience classes (Puppy, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) are 6-week sessions, 50 minutes to 1 hour long, and cost $150. Agility classes are also 6-week sessions, 50 minutes to 1 hour long, and cost $115.

Pricing for Nose Work and Private Lessons requires calling the business for details. Agility and Rally Run Thrus are held once a month, and clients need to call for dates and times. Facility rental for practice is also available by calling for information. Class sizes are limited to 6 dog/handler teams and are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Go Over Rover Dog Training LLC is dedicated to helping dog owners and their furry friends develop the best possible relationship through positive reinforcement training techniques. They have been serving West Bend, WI, and surrounding areas for over 15 years and come recommended by area veterinarians.

The business offers a variety of group classes and private lessons, focusing on a lifetime of companionship, love, and respect between dogs and their owners. Their programs include Manners/Obedience training, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluations, Agility, and Nose Work classes.

Go Over Rover emphasizes that training is a rewarding experience for both dog and owner, helping to strengthen their bond. They also highlight agility as a fun way to exercise and deepen the connection with a dog, whether for enjoyment or competition. Additionally, they offer facility rental for clients to practice skills.

Accomplishments

Pam Pierson, owner and instructor, holds a degree in Broadcast Journalism from UW-Madison and has been training dogs and handlers for over 15 years. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), and a registered evaluator for the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen and STAR Puppy programs. Pam has furthered her education by attending webinars and workshops with notable instructors such as Sue Sternberg, Susan Garrett, Patricia McConnell, Ph.D, Pat Miller, Trish King, and Dr. Ian Dunbar. She has successfully competed in agility and volunteered with several dog rescues and humane societies.

Eric Pierson, owner and agility instructor, is a mechanical engineer who has competed in agility and volunteered for humane societies and dog rescues. Chris Schachter, the founder of Go Over Rover, trained people and their dogs since 1993 and was the former owner for 16 years. She held many titles in obedience, agility, and conformation, was an APDT member, and an AKC CGC evaluator. Chris also volunteered extensively at the Washington County Human Society.

How to Get Started!

To sign up for classes or inquire about services, clients can send a message via the contact form on the website or call Go Over Rover Dog Training. The business aims to respond within 48 hours, advising clients to check spam folders if a reply is not received.

For those interested in S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing, Private Lessons, or Nose Work, it is recommended to call to get on a list or inquire about available days and times. Prospective clients are also welcome to make an appointment to observe a class.