Over The Top Retrievers

We had a wonderful experience with Over The Top Retrievers. Beth does an amazing job with the pups, when our Mabel came home she was already working on potty training and good puppy behavior. Our pup is already a great family dog and I’m confident she will be great in the sleugh next fall. We can tell Beth gives each pup a ton of love and attention

So thankful for all of the hard work that Beth puts into her puppies! Our girl came home at 7 weeks already knowing her name, how to sit, and started on potty training. Truly can’t say enough on how appreciative we are throughout the entire process and can’t imagine getting a Labrador puppy from anywhere else!

We have purchased and trained 2 labs at Over The Top Retrievers. It has been well worth the investment to get quality pups that show excellent retrieve drive from the start, and so worth the investment to have them trained properly to enjoy their instincts. Beth and Scott Ward took excellent care of our girls and provided excellent teaching to optimize their talents. We would highly recommend to purchase pups or the bird dog training from Over The Top Retrievers.

We could not be happier with the experience we had at Over The Top Retrievers. Scott was dedicated to reach the goals we had for our dog. It was obvious to us that our pup had a great relationship with her trainer and was happy when we visited her. Our Labs obedience is second to none, he defiantly took our dog over the top! 10 out 0f 10, would use again!

We have had the best experience working with Scott and his training. I would highly recommend him. We felt very confident when we brought Grizzly in for drop off day and we picked up 3 months later a very well trained dog. Even when our dog was not the biggest go getter. I would most definitely use him again. They were like family to us. Thanks Over The Top!!

Absolutely amazing are the two words that come to mind. We have never had a dog professionally trained before and Over the Top Retrievers did a masterful job with Rowdy. Scott and Beth took such great care of him, and we couldn’t be happier. I just had Rowdy out on his first hunt, and he performed just like Scott said he should. Rowdy went into hunt mode as soon as I let him out of the kennel, and I was blown away with how well he performed. It was such a fun experience, and I can’t wait to go again. I would highly recommend Over the Top Retrievers. Great people. Thank you all so much!! - Lucas Giedd

Can’t say enough good things about Scott and Beth at Over the Top Retrievers. Top-notch program with professional training and a well-maintained facility. They did an excellent job with our pup Timber. Highly recommend for obedience and retriever training.

My dad bought Tank for me from Over the Top Retrievers. Sent him back for training and he was returned to us a happy and well behaved duck dog. Awesome trainer…awesome people….no better place to get your dog trained!

Bought Georgia from Scott and Beth when she was 2 years old. Her basics taught by Scott were rock solid and enable us to be close to getting her Master title. She is a joy in a duck hunt, the field and the house. Thanks Scott!

Scott and Beth Ward are the Best! We dropped off our dog for training and could not be more pleased. I am a seasoned hunter and our dog came from top lines but was very timid and really not birdie at all . Scott told me to relax that he had a plan for our dog and to keep positive , he would keep me posted how things are going . I came back after about a month and was excited to see that my dog was excited , happy and making great progress , Scott brought out his natural instincts and potential! He was patient yet firm and read my dogs personality to the tee! I kept my dog with Scott for another two months and will be going back to work with Scott on more advanced training this summer ! I would highly recommend Scott and Beth at Over The Top Retrievers for all your dogs needs , they care about your dog and bring out the best in them !
Dan and April Wurst
“Scout” our Lab .

We have never been happier with a dog trainer! Not only is Scott an amazing trainer, Beth and Scott treat every dog like their own! We sent our Lab to Texas for winter camp. I was a little nervous to have her gone all winter but she came back an amazingly trained dog! We met with them for a session when they returned and he trained us as well. We are soo happy with the results and would recommend them to anyone looking for great trainers to train for hunting and great companions that are well behaved. We will use them with our next pup!

We purchased a started dog from Over the Top Retrievers and then sent him down to Texas for the winter for hand signals. We have been nothing but impressed with Scott and Beth. Our dog has unbelievable bird drive and does an excellent job retrieving. Scott takes the time to go over all the training commands with you and is available if you have follow up questions or concerns. Beth provided us with such great detailed vet records and even a puppy picture of our sweet Tuna. She has also been available and responds quickly with any questions as she is so knowledgeable. Overall I couldn't say enough good things about our experience and would recommend them to anyone!

Owners are amazing dog people! Very hands on both with training and raising of their pups. Beth takes the absolute best care of the litters so they are very interactive and socialized when they head to their new homes. Scott has a great training program, honestly worth more than they charge. If you are looking for an addition to your family or need some help getting your hunting buddy ready, give them a call!

I have had the privilege to train with Scott and Beth while they winter in Texas over the last 6 year. They are just plain good people and really enjoy working with your dogs. When they are in Texas they have great access to very good training grounds, and you can be assured your dog will be put multiple hunting situations to be prepared for your hunting trip. Beth has excellent puppy program to get them well socialized, really she spoils them to death.

I originally brought my lab to Scott when he was down here in TX during the winter to do a short 1-2 week training as a young pup. The change in my dogs behavior was incredible in such a short time. Because of that it was a no-brainer for me to send my dog back with Scott and Beth to MN for gun dog training for 6-7 months. Scott did a great job and my dog was ready to hunt when I drove up to pick him up. In fact Scott lined up and duck/goose hunt with local outfitters and I was beyond impressed the way my dog worked. Even though we were a long distance away Scott and Beth sent me plenty of videos and pictures showing his progression that the distance wasn’t a concern. Plus, being that we live in TX I knew he’d be better off training in the cooler temps in MN. The training met and exceeded my expectations. And Beth played a big part as well! I would highly recommend Over the Top to anyone and will 100% use them in the future.

I have been fortunate enough to watch Scott train dogs for several years. I have always admired Scott’s ability to get the best out of each dog.

Beth and her puppy program is second to none! The time, effort and compassion she provides their litter give them the best start for their new owners.

I am fortunate to have an Over The Top puppy out of Willie x River named Allie. Allie is super intelligent with a great training attitude. Allie earned her Junior title by 8 months old. We are very excited to continue Allie’s hunt test career.

Bottom line there is not better training or genetics out there than Over The Top!

Michael Collum

Scott and Beth did a amazing job at training my lab. They treated her like she was part of their family. They above and beyond working with her because at 6months old she didn’t care to go into the water and after a month she was hitting the water with force trying to get to the bumpers as fast as possible and from there the work they did with my lab was unbelievable. In the end, it was well worth all the training and money having Scott and Beth at Over the top Retrivers train my lab! I highly recommend them.

We can't say enough good things about Scott and Beth at Over The Top Retrievers. Scott has trained 2 of our dogs for us and we could not have been happier with them. Weather you are looking for basic obedience or a full caliber advanced gun dog training I would highly recommend Over The Top.

The things we loved about Over The Top
*Top notch communication
*Professional
*He trains YOU on how to handle your dog when you get home
*Very clean kennels and grounds
*Trains in real hunting situations

I bought a pup from Scott and Beth’s kennel five years ago and never regretted it since. It was my first dog ever and they both made it very easy for me. They take care of their litters SUPER well. They make sure pups go to the right homes! When you’re stuck as a dog owner…they’re very informational and supportive to help out. Such a friendly couple!

With the pup I bought from Scott and Beth, I have done hunt tests and waterfowl hunts with him. Scott would invite me a lot of times to train and I’ve picked up a lot of great advice from him. He’s one of the most honest pro trainers around in MN. My dog is now a Master Hunter in AKC and have retrieved several ducks for me. Again, it was my first dog ever! So…if you’re going to decide on a pup or dog training…go OverTheTop!

Scott is a fantastic trainer. We brought Bosch and Luna ( brother and sister) in 2021 fall session. Luna started a week before Bosch. Bosch graduated training before Luna...lol he was done with obedience in 3 and half weeks. Luna went 7 weeks. She was a little more sensitive and played poor me.. Scott helped build her confidence up and she has come a long way and they both listen to commands now. I highly recommend Over the top Retrievers. I have followed them since my pup's went for training. Trust me, it is so WORTH IT!
Thank you Scott and Over the Top Retrievers.