Professional Dog Training
in Grand Haven, MI
Real-world training for calm, reliable dogs — in your home, in your neighborhood, and everywhere in between.
Your dog doesn't need another group class. They need a clear plan, a professional trainer, and real-world practice in the environments where behavior actually matters.
Dogology University is a veteran-owned dog training company serving Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Holland, Norton Shores, Muskegon, and the surrounding West Michigan area.
We specialize in private in-home training and mobile day school — bringing professional training to your door and taking your dog out into the real world to build the behavior you actually want.
If Your Dog Isn't Listening When It Matters…
We Can Fix That.
You love your dog. But the pulling, the jumping, the ignoring commands, the chaos every time someone knocks on the door — it's exhausting.
You've probably tried YouTube tips, pet store classes, or advice from friends.
Some of it worked for a day.
None of it stuck.
That's because your dog doesn't need more information thrown at them. They need structured, consistent training from someone who knows what they're doing — in the environment where the problems actually show up.
That's exactly what we do.
Three Easy Steps
to Get Started:
1
Start With a Conversation
Tell us what's going on with your dog. We'll learn about their behavior, your daily routine, and what you actually want life with your dog to look like. No pressure, just a clear starting point.
2
In-Home Evaluation
We come to your home, meet your dog, and see their behavior firsthand. This tells us exactly what's driving the issues and what kind of training will get results fastest.
3
Training That Fits Your Life
Whether it's private in-home sessions, our mobile day school, or a combination — we build a program around your dog, your schedule, and your goals. You're never locked into a one-size-fits-all plan.
What Makes Dogology University Different
We Come to You
Every session happens in your home, your neighborhood, and your daily routine…. not a training facility your dog will never see again. When we train where behavior happens, the results actually transfer to real life.
Mobile Day School
Our mobile day school picks up your dog in our branded training van and takes them to real locations across Grand Haven – the Boardwalk, Hofma Preserve, downtown, local parks – for structured, hands-on training every day. At the end of each week, you get a private coaching session with a workbook so you know exactly how to maintain everything.
Veteran-Owned, Military K9 Background
Our founder, Matthew Lamarand, is an Air Force veteran and former military K9 handler. He brings the same discipline, structure, and focus from military working dogs to family pet training, without e-collars or punishment-based methods.
No Group Classes.
No Generic Programs.
Every training plan is built around your dog’s specific behavior, your home, and your goals. We don’t run group classes because your dog’s problems are specific — and the solutions should be too.
Our Dog Training Programs
Puppy Training
Build calm, focused behavior from the start. We help your puppy develop good habits, socialization skills, and a strong foundation before bad patterns set in.
Private Dog Training
One-on-one sessions with a professional trainer, built around your dog’s specific challenges and your goals. Personalized, focused, and effective.
In-Home Dog Training
We train your dog inside your home and on your daily routes — where behavior actually plays out. No facility. No hoping it transfers.
Mobile Day Training
We pick up your dog, train them at real locations across Grand Haven, and bring them home better every day. Weekly private lessons and a take-home workbook keep you in the loop.
Behavior Training
Reactivity, aggression, anxiety, barking — the deeper issues that don’t go away with basic obedience. We get to the root of the behavior and build a plan to change it.
Obedience Training
Sit, stay, come, heel — trained with real-world reliability so your dog follows through when it matters, not just during sessions.
Off-Leash Dog Training
Reliable recall, focus at distance, and the kind of trust that lets you enjoy parks, trails, and outdoor spaces without worry.
Board & Train
An immersive training experience where your dog stays with us in our home for an extended period. Intensive, structured, and designed for fast, lasting results.
Meet Your Trainer
I'm Matthew Lamarand
Before I trained family dogs, I trained military working dogs for the United States Air Force.
That background shaped everything about how I work. I believe in structure, clear communication, and building a relationship between you and your dog that's based on trust —
not fear, not just treats, not shortcuts.
I founded Dogology University because I saw too many families struggling with dogs that had been through group classes, watched YouTube videos, and tried everything — but nothing stuck. The problem was never the dog. It was the approach.
Every dog I work with gets a training plan built around their specific behavior, their home, and their family. I train in your environment because that's where results need to hold up. And I teach you how to maintain everything so you're not dependent on a trainer forever.
I'm a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals, and I've helped over 2,000 dogs and families across West Michigan since 2017.
If your dog needs help, I'd love to talk.
Real Results
“My Dog Has Improved so Much!”
My dog, Zeus, learned so much at Dogology. He went from a dog that was so terrible at walking that he put my fiancé in the hospital to a dog that loose leash walks!
— Maria Curtis
What training actually looks like
A Dog You Can Trust Anywhere
After working with us, your dog:
- Goes anywhere with ease
- Walks calmly by your side
- Greets people and dogs respectfully
- Comes when called — the first time
- Waits patiently at doors
- Stays focused in any setting
- Builds toward reliable off-leash freedom with the right foundation
That’s not a fantasy. That’s what structured, real-world training builds, one session at a time.
Serving Grand Haven &
All of West Michigan
We bring professional dog training directly to families in:
- Grand Haven — our home base
- Spring Lake — just minutes away
- Holland — full service coverage
- Muskegon — and surrounding areas
- Norton Shores, Allendale, Zeeland, Ferrysburg, and more
No matter where you are in the region, we come to you. Training happens in your home and your neighborhood, not a facility across town.
Ready for a Dog That Actually Listens?Request a Call
Start your training journey today — fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in touch to learn more about your goals.
Real Results
“Dogology Gave Us Our Dog Back!”
We couldn’t have kept our stray pitbull, Ice Cube, without Dogology’s help. He graduated from their 6-week program and now gets along well with our other dog. The staff truly cares, and thanks to their ongoing support, he’s improving with reactivity. We’re so grateful to have this snuggly boy in our family!
— Kristen Piduru
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of dog training does Dogology University offer?
We offer private in-home training, mobile day school (where we pick up your dog and train them at real locations), puppy training, behavior training for issues like reactivity and aggression, obedience training, off-leash training, and board & train programs. Every program is personalized to your dog — we don’t run group classes.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Holland, Muskegon, Norton Shores, Allendale, Zeeland, Ferrysburg, and the surrounding West Michigan area. All of our training happens in your home and in real-world environments — we come to you no matter where you are in the region.
What makes Dogology University different from other dog trainers?
Three things. First, we’re veteran-owned — our founder is a former Air Force military K9 handler who brings professional-level discipline and structure to family dog training. Second, we train in your home and in real-world environments, not a facility. Third, our mobile day school is unlike anything else in the area — we pick up your dog in our branded training van, train at real Grand Haven locations, and give you a private coaching session with a workbook every week.
Do you use e-collars or shock collars?
No. We use reward-based, focus-driven methods that build trust and clear communication between you and your dog. We believe relationship-based training produces better, longer-lasting results than any tool-dependent approach.
How much does dog training cost?
Pricing depends on the program, your dog’s needs, and your goals. We offer a free initial consultation call where we learn about your situation and recommend the right approach — with transparent pricing before you commit to anything.
How do I get started?
Call us at (616) 935-6815 or fill out the form on this page. We’ll schedule a free consultation call to learn about your dog, discuss your goals, and figure out the best training plan for your situation. No pressure, no commitment — just a conversation.
Let's Build a Better Life With Your Dog
You can explore our dog training services or skip straight to a call — we’ll figure out the right plan together.