Your Certified In - Home Dog Trainer in Muskegon, MI

I’m Stephen Dube, CPDT-KA certified dog trainer and the owner of Port City Dog Training. I specialize in helping families in Muskegon and West Michigan build calm, confident, well-behaved dogs through positive-reinforcement, science-based methods.

My Humane Society Work

How I Got Here

I started my training experience in shelter and humane society environments, working with dogs who needed structure, compassion and clear communication. Those experiences showed me how powerful positive reinforcement can be when it’s done correctly — and how much it changes life for both dogs and their people.

That led me to become a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), dedicated to modern, humane methods that build trust instead of fear.

My Training Philosophy

Dogs learn best when they feel safe, supported and understood. My approach focuses on:

Clear communication between you and your dog
Building reliable obedience through positive reinforcement
Creating calm, confident behavior in real-life situations
Teaching owners simple, effective strategies they can use every day

My goal is to make training feel doable, supportive and tailored to your household — not overwhelming or confusing.

Get in Touch

Meet Stephen

Expert Professional

Certifications & Experience

Certified Professional Dog Trainer – CPDT-KA
Background in humane society and shelter dog behavior
Extensive one-on-one in-home training experience
Special focus on puppy foundations, reactive dogs and reliable obedience

What You Can Expect

In-home training in Muskegon and West Michigan
Science-based, force-free methods
Clear, customized training plans for your dog’s personality and your lifestyle
Text and email support between sessions so you’re never stuck guessing

I’m here to help you build the relationship you always hoped for with your dog — one built on trust, confidence and real-world reliability.

Stephen Dube

Lead Trainer