Whitewater Retrievers
Service area: Dover, MN and near Rochester, Minnesota
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Barking Excessively
- Recall
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Sporting
- Working
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Whitewater Retrievers offers specialized training programs. Their Gun Dog Training features a 3-month “Board and Train” program conducted at their purpose-built training center, which includes spacious kennels and over 20 acres of hunting land. Rob personally trains dogs to develop the necessary skills, obedience, and recall for a positive hunting experience.
Obedience Training is provided on a one-to-one basis to resolve problem behaviors such as pulling, barking, poor recall, or aggression. Clients can choose between day training, where they bring their dog for sessions and take them home, or “Board & Train” packages for faster results, with programs as short as 3 weeks.
For puppies, Whitewater Retrievers runs a responsible breeding program focused on providing healthy Labrador puppies and stud dogs from championship bloodlines. Their extensive screening processes include full checks on general health, hips, eyes, elbows, and bloodwork to ensure strong, healthy, and good-tempered dogs.
Testimonials
“Rob at Whitewater Retrievers is hands down not only one of the best dog trainers, but also one of the best individuals I have ever met! He just got done training one of our golden retrievers that is 5 years old and had a lot of bad habits, but Rob was a MAGIC MAN with her and after being away for 3 weeks we came and picked her up and it was a whole new dog! We also just got a new puppy and we work an hour away from our house and his facility is only 2 miles away from where my wife and I work and he helped us get out of a big bind by watching the puppy why we are at work and we don’t have to worry about him. I feel like I have now found someone forever to help me with my dogs and I also feel like I have gained a really good friend!!! Don’t bother looking around just call Rob and you will not be disappointed!!!”
– Chris R.
“Rob did an incredible job training my 7 month old lab, Ella! He spent a lot of time going over the training concepts with us and how to reinforce them in the future. Rob truly cares for the dogs and has perfected his training techniques. Not to mention the facility is spotless and our Ella came back bathed and groomed as well! Highly recommend for anyone looking for an awesome trainer.”
– Kevin F.
“Whitewater Retreivers have trained both my German Shepherds! Rob was professional and kept me in the loop during the entire process. At the end we were all trained on how to keep up the continued trainings (it’s an ongoing process and as a dog owner you have to put in work too). My dogs have always left Robs clean and healthy. They are NEVER shy, timmed, or scared to go there for boarding. I am regularly complimented on my dogs behavior in public. I highly recommend Rob and have sent many friends his way, all of who are happy and go back for boarding.I would highly recommend Rob! His facility is clean, well kept, and the dogs are fed according to their home schedule.”
– Amy H.
About the Trainer
Whitewater Retrievers is a dog training business founded by Rob Ramer, a Champion Gun Dog Trainer with over 20 years of experience. Rob, along with his multi-time champion Lab, Cash, developed effective communication and training methods for dogs of all ages, including hunting dogs and family pets.
The business aims to be a trusted boarding, breeding, and training center that delivers exceptional results. They emphasize that every service, from dog care while owners are away to teaching pets to behave or training champion gun dogs, is done with the dog’s health, happiness, and safety in mind.
Whitewater Retrievers offers a clean, safe environment with purpose-built kennels and 20 acres of hunting land. They are dedicated to providing the very best dog boarding and training in Minnesota, ensuring dogs are happy, safe, and well-behaved.
Accomplishments
Rob Ramer is a Champion Gun Dog Trainer with over 20 years of experience in competing. His Labrador, Cash, is a multi-time champion, National Champion, World Champion, and winner of 11 Super Majors. Cash has also sired impressive offspring, including master hunters, bird dog champions, and two bomb-sniffing dogs serving with the Marines.
How to Get Started!
To get started, clients are encouraged to contact Whitewater Retrievers to learn more about their training packages and availability. They can schedule a reservation by calling or sending an email.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
- Pet boarding service
- Kennel
Location
5623 160th Ave SE, Dover, MN 55929Listing Tools for Trainers
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