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Wild Child Dog Training

Maysville, North Carolina

5/5· 204 Google reviews

About Wild Child Dog Training

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 consultation
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    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
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  • Obedience training
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  • Puppy training
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  • Recall training
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Behavior support

  • Aggression training
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    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 confidence
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    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 training
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    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 guarding
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    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
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How training happens

  • Board and train
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  • Owner coaching Customer-reported
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  • Private training Customer-reported
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Dog age

  • Puppies
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Training level

  • Advanced training
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Additional services

  • Boarding
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Other listed services

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  • Dog training
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    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 Course
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    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 Training
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    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

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Do you work with aggressive or fearful dogs?

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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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Customer reviews

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5
out of 5204 Google reviews

Mentioned in reviews

  • confidence building 29
  • board and train 23
  • excellent videos 17
  • leash training 13
  • obedience training 10
  • knowledgeable trainers 8
All 10 topics
  • reactive dog training 8
  • tailored training 7
  • fearful dog training 5
  • anxiety training 4

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100 collected reviews

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amanda walser
5/5
When I first walked into Wild Child, my goal was to help my dog build confidence and better understand right from wrong in public spaces and at home. What I didn't realize was that I was the one who needed more confidence, clarity, and understanding when it came to communicating …Read full reviewClose full review

When I first walked into Wild Child, my goal was to help my dog build confidence and better understand right from wrong in public spaces and at home. What I didn't realize was that I was the one who needed more confidence, clarity, and understanding when it came to communicating with my pup. Sydney helped me see what clear, and meaningful communication truly looks and feels like for both me and my dog. Frankie lacked impulse control, barked, pulled, and wanted to go towards anything in his vicinity. He had no recall, no leash manners, and struggled to hold back his excitement when meeting new strangers. Through her guidance, we both received an incredible amount of training and support that transformed our relationship. We can now confidently navigate public spaces, relax together at home, and have a better understanding of each other's needs and expectations on a day to day basis. I love the aftercare they have set up for alumni pups that have completed training sessions as well. The option to board my pup, attend group walks, and plenty more to take advantage of and continue my dogs training is the cherry on top of an already amazing experience. You can feel and see that they truly care for their clients and want everyone to be successful within each family’s specific needs. The experience exceeded my expectations, and the positive impact on both of us has been truly remarkable. I will recommend this group of ladies until my breath runs out, and I thank them for everything they’ve given Frankie and I!

Mari Lutes
5/5
I can't even begin to praise Wild Child Dog Training enough. My Bella was uncontrollable and after two individual lessons it was clear she/we needed more. The board and train option with her coming home on weekends was perfect. Her behavior has improved so much and she is a joy …Read full reviewClose full review

I can't even begin to praise Wild Child Dog Training enough. My Bella was uncontrollable and after two individual lessons it was clear she/we needed more. The board and train option with her coming home on weekends was perfect. Her behavior has improved so much and she is a joy to have around now. I was gardening out front today and was able to have her outside with me - her recall was perfect every time I called her. Thank you Lindsey, Sydney and the rest of the staff at Wild Child - from the bottom of my heart!

anita amrine
5/5

Leo was at Wild Child for a month in October. What a great experience! We wanted him to walk on a leash without pulling and be able to take him places. We now walk him daily and we just returned from a trip with him. His behavior was great! Thanks to Wild Child for teaching us the tools we needed to be successful!!

Phillip Edwards
5/5

Great training and a great facility!! I highly recommend them. Their processes and their caring attitude makes for an excellent outcome. And, they offer continuing education for you and your dog plus monthly “pack walks”. Sydney and Kara are the best!!

Brian Boston
5/5

This was my first experience with formal training. They did fantastic work with my dog, whom up until recently was a stray. She had significant anxiety, reactivity with other dogs, and jumped quite a bit. We’re now on a path to where she is perfectly behaved but still the loving dog we adopted.

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