Locdogs

Locdogs offers private in-person and virtual sessions tailored to individual goals, day training (6-hour intensive sessions with debrief), dog-only sessions (1-hour sessions while owners are away), and group classes including an advanced Wednesday class and puppy socials. The Trainer Shadow Program allows clients to observe training sessions. Group classes focus on public neutrality, recall, and socialization. Puppy socials require prior private session completion and vaccination records. All programs emphasize behavior modification through balanced, psychology-based techniques.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not explicitly listed on the website. Services include private sessions, 5-hour dog-only packages, 6-hour day training, and group classes. Packages and intensive programs like the 5-day day training are available upon inquiry via email.

Locdogs is a dog training business led by certified professional trainer Lindsey Kooistra Berg, offering personalized in-person and virtual training sessions to help dog owners build stronger, happier relationships with their pets. Services include private training, day training, dog-only sessions, group classes, puppy socials, and a trainer shadow program for those interested in learning hands-on. Training focuses on gentle, psychology-based methods that emphasize balanced techniques, with an emphasis on behavior modification, leash training, reactivity, and socialization. Lindsey has over 25 years of experience working with dogs and holds certifications from CCPDT-KA and AKC as a CGC evaluator. The business serves clients in West Michigan, particularly Grand Haven and surrounding areas, with travel fees applied beyond the local zone. Virtual sessions are available for those outside the service area. Locdogs also offers ongoing support through text and email, and maintains an active social media presence to connect with clients.

Clients can choose from flexible options including one-on-one sessions, intensive day training, group classes for advanced skills, and monthly puppy socials that require prior private training completion. The business emphasizes creating a judgment-free community and provides tools for owners to continue training at home. Lindsey’s background in psychology and communications informs her clear, accessible teaching style, and she stays current through ongoing education and collaboration with other behavior professionals.

Accomplishments

Lindsey Kooistra Berg is a CCPDT-KA certified professional dog trainer and AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator. She holds bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Communications from the University of Michigan, completed a dog training apprenticeship with Michael Jayko, and has over 25 years of hands-on experience working with dogs. She actively attends educational conferences and stays current with canine behavior research.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins by contacting Locdogs via email, phone, or the online contact form to discuss goals. Clients can then book private in-person or virtual sessions directly through the scheduling links provided on the website. Puppy socials require completion of one private session and submission of vaccination records prior to attendance.