Wild Child Dog Training specializes in behavior modification training for dogs struggling with reactivity, fear, separation anxiety, resource guarding, and aggression. Our 6-week training program provides personalized support to help dogs build confidence, improve communication, and develop better behaviors in everyday situations. We work with owners throughout Jacksonville, New Bern, Swansboro, Morehead City, and the surrounding areas to create practical training plans tailored to each dog’s unique needs. Whether you have a fearful dog, reactive dog, or are dealing with challenging behaviors, our approach focuses on understanding the cause behind the behavior and creating lasting improvements.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultationProgram details
Behavior modification training for dogs struggling with fear, reactivity, separation anxiety, resource guarding, aggression, and other challenging behaviors. Our 6-week program uses personalized, science-based training to help dogs build better responses and improve everyday life.
Leash training
Obedience training
Puppy training
Recall training
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Behavior modification training for dogs displaying aggression, including growling, snapping, lunging, or other intense reactions. Our personalized approach focuses on identifying triggers, improving communication, and helping owners safely manage challenging behaviors.
Fear and confidenceProgram details
Behavior modification training for fearful dogs struggling with anxiety, nervousness, or reactions to people, animals, sounds, and new environments. Our personalized training helps dogs build confidence and develop more comfortable responses to everyday situations.
Reactivity trainingProgram details
Behavior modification training for reactive dogs that bark, lunge, or overreact around people, dogs, or other triggers. Our personalized approach helps improve focus, manage reactions, and build calmer responses for more positive everyday experiences.
Resource guardingProgram details
Behavior modification training for dogs that guard food, toys, spaces, or other valued items. Our personalized approach helps identify triggers, improve communication, and create safer, more comfortable interactions between dogs and their owners.
Separation anxiety
How training happens
Board and train
Owner coachingCustomer-reported
Private trainingCustomer-reported
Dog age
Puppies
Training level
Advanced training
Additional services
Boarding
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
Professional dog training focused on improving behavior, communication, and everyday experiences. Our behavior-focused approach helps address reactivity, fear, anxiety, resource guarding, and other unwanted behaviors through personalized training.
6 Week CourseProgram details
Our 6-week behavior modification training program helps dogs struggling with reactivity, fear, anxiety, resource guarding, aggression, and other challenging behaviors. Each program is tailored to your dog’s needs with practical guidance for lasting progress.
Anxious Dog TrainingProgram details
Behavior modification training for dogs struggling with separation anxiety, distress when left alone, or anxiety-related behaviors. Our personalized approach helps dogs build confidence, develop independence, and feel more comfortable when their owners are away.
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Questions & answers
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Can we rent out your facility and use your pond?
We offer rentals through Sniffspot, a private dog park app that can be downloaded on your phone. Our Sniffspot rental includes access to our training equipment, pond, and covered arena.
Community answer · Wild Child Dog Training · 2023-09-21
We specialize in behavior modification, this includes aggression, fear, and anxiety. Since there are a lot of factors that play into a dog's behavior, we ask that you contact us to set up an evaluation so we can meet and discuss in detail about what's going on.
Community answer · Wild Child Dog Training · 2023-09-21
What are the differences between your training programs such as private lessons, group classes, board and trains, etc.?
The biggest difference between our different training programs is that amount of time we get spend with you and your dog. Board and trains gives us the most time to get to know your dog and you, so we can create a learning environment that not only helps your dog make lasting associations but also is easier for you to integrate your pup into your lifestyle. Private lessons and Group Classes limits our time together, allowing us to focus on teaching you, but not giving us enough time to be hands on with your dog. Each style of training has their positives and negatives, we suggest setting up an evaluation so we can discuss what would be the better fit for you and your pup.
Community answer · Wild Child Dog Training · 2023-09-21
Do you offer puppy training? If so, what style of training do you offer?
We do offer puppy training services for all puppies that are current on their vaccinations that is appropriate for their age. Our puppy services include our 3 private lessons package, Basic puppy board and train, AKC STAR Puppy class, and our Premium board and train. For more details about each training program or what would be the best fit for you, please contact us and we can set up an evaluation to go over your goals!
Community answer · Wild Child Dog Training · 2023-09-21
Why should we choose you over another training company?
We approach training from your dog's point of view and share that insight with their owners. Emphasizing on how your dog feels and how to create motivation to work with you, creating training that lasts without the reliance of food and training tools and a much happier dog and human. Education, trust, and guidance is what we base our principals on as it has served us well for over 5+ years.
We are in good standing with International Association of Canine Professionals, American Kennel Club, and Better Business Bureau. As well we have completed a number of educational schools and courses.
Since we believe heavily in owner education, all training programs comes with a written training booklet by us, membership to our monthly group walks, and access to our online video library.
Supporting you and your dog on your training journey is what we pride ourselves on no matter where you are starting.
Community answer · Wild Child Dog Training · 2023-09-21
5/5I can't say enough great things about Wild Child Dog Training. Dodger attended the Board and Train program starting 12/1/23. I was nervous about having him away from home for so long, but they post so many updates on social media and texts that I was able to see the great progres…Read full reviewClose full review
I can't say enough great things about Wild Child Dog Training. Dodger attended the Board and Train program starting 12/1/23. I was nervous about having him away from home for so long, but they post so many updates on social media and texts that I was able to see the great progress that he was making throughout his stay. I had Dodger for a year before we signed up and my only regret is not signing up earlier. He is a different dog now - more confident, listens, and even plays better. He's still the same lovey sweet thing, but our walks are calmer (less pulling), he actually plays, and he can play off leash - which I would never have done previously. His name is Dodger for a reason - he would get off leash or out the door and then he would dodge you to get a leash back on. Fun little game that was not so fun. NOW...he 100% knows thresholds - won't go through a door without checking in with you, comes to you when he gets a little too far away, and I've had to do the work too but we are getting better on loose leash walking everyday. Today, we went to the beach and he was off leash for almost all of the time and did amazing! If you are on the fence - DO IT! They will transform your dog and truly treats them like their own. I recommend them to everyone.
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jennifer henderson
5/5
I highly recommend Wild Child Dog Training. I was looking for a board and training program for my girl that would give her confidence, teach obedience and get her off leash. Aly trained Zoey and she is now excelling at obedience and is much more confident! I cannot thank Sidney, Aly and all the trainers at Wild Child enough. Zoey and I couldn't be happier!
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Theresa Hopkins
5/5
Five. Stars! I can’t say enough what a difference Wild Child Dog Training has made for my family. Their skill and experience are only surpassed by their compassion and love of animals. I’m so grateful that my pup no longer jumps on people and can now enjoy the freedom of off-leash walks. Thank you guys for giving my girl the opportunity to live her best life ❤️
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Julia Sheridan
5/5I couldn’t recommend wild child dog training enough. The trainers take the time to understand what you are looking for in training and come up with the best approach to appropriately help your dog. They are patient and understand that not all dogs respond the same way and will wo…Read full reviewClose full review
I couldn’t recommend wild child dog training enough. The trainers take the time to understand what you are looking for in training and come up with the best approach to appropriately help your dog. They are patient and understand that not all dogs respond the same way and will work together to find a method that works for your dog. Sydney and Maleiyah went above and beyond for my dog who was ultimately shut down before beginning her training. I have watched my dog do things that I never could have imagined since coming home from training. I am beyond grateful for the Wild Child Dog Training team!
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jami thomas
5/5
Absolutely FABULOUS dog training facility. The staff truly cares about your pet and wants to help them operate at their optimal potential. If you are considering dog training, do your self a favor and call Wild Child ASAP!
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