Is your dog a wild child?
Expert Dog TRAINING
For Onlsow, Carteret, Craven, and New Hanover County
what we offer
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Puppy training
Puppy housebreaking, socialization, and basic obedience to build lifelong good behavior. Positive training lessons for potty training, crate training, leash manners, and earl social skills.
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Off leash training
Reliable off-leash obedience and manners for parks, hikes, and public spaces. Advanced recall, loose-leash walking, distraction-proof, commands and real-world practice to keep your dog safe and well-behaved.
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Behavior Modification
Expert behavior modification for aggression, fear, separation anxiety, and reactivity. Personalized plans, desensitization, and counterconditioning to reduce stress and improve your dog’s confidence and family life.
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Evaluations
Choose the evaluation that suits you: a short meet-and-greet to assess your dog and discuss goals, or a full evaluation that includes an on-the-spot lesson to observe behavior and start training immediately. Both options provide personalized recommendations and a clear plan for next steps.
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Private Lessons
Private one-on-one sessions at our facility or in your home — expert, tailored training that matches your dog and your lifestyle. Gain clear, practical techniques with hands-on coaching so behaviors change quickly, whether in a focused training space or everyday home environments.
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Boarding and training
Safe, comfortable boarding with the training experts. Our personalized board-and-train program makes learning fun — your dog receives daily enrichment, supervised socialization, and regular progress updates. Drop them off confident they’ll come home happier, calmer, and better behaved.
Tailored training
Aligning your goals
with your dog’s needs.
Strengthen your bond
Build a calmer, more harmonious bond with your dog through trust-based training and clear communication that strengthens your relationship and reduces stress while increasing understanding.
enhance control and safety
Gain skills to manage your dog’s behavior and maintain reliable control anywhere. Enjoy calm, reliable behavior on walks, with visitors, and in public for greater freedom, safety, and connection.
Boost confidence and enjoyment
Experience greater freedom and more outdoor adventures with your dog while reducing stress and improving overall life satisfaction. Strengthen your bond, increase your dog’s mental and physical well-being, and reclaim worry-free quality time together.
“We did the board and train with our puppy last year, and this year, he’s still the greatest dog. He remembers most of his training - doesn’t run out the door, doesn’t jump on people, waits until we say “okay” to take his food, comes when we call him, etc. Training with Wild Child was some of the best money we ever spent! Highly recommend!”
“Wild Child Dog Training is the only place I recommend if you live in eastern North Carolina. Sydney and her trainers have years of experience. They’re eager to share that knowledge and really want owners and their dogs to learn while developing a closer bond so they can succeed. ”
Training your dog a chore?
take your training to the
next level with our experts
HOLISTIC approach
We prioritize your dog’s total well-being with a holistic training approach. Our personalized training plans evaluate and optimize diet, motivation, sleep, exercise, and overall health to improve behavior and long-term welfare.
more than rewards and corrections
What sets us apart from the usual local dog trainer is our profound grasp of canine cognition, steering away from conventional methods reliant on rewards and punishment. By delving into your dog's genetic makeup and lifestyle, we customize training to deliver lasting solutions.
premier learning environment
Our facility allows dogs to perform at their best while progressing through various levels of difficulty as they are ready. Our 10-acre property enables your dog to run freely, engage with different equipment, swim, and enjoy a clean space conducive to learning. We are located in Maysville NC and serve surrounding cities and towns such as Jacksonville, New Bern, and Morehead City.
Meet the Trainers
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Sydney Marshall
Sydney has been training dogs since 2014 and is passionate about assisting challenging dogs in finding their true potential. She empowers owners to not only recognize their dog’s strengths but also to maintain effective control when necessary. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in dealing with aggressive dogs, Sydney has an extensive background working with various canines across the globe.
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Kara Jordan
Since May 2020, Kara has been honing her abilities with Wild Child Dog Training. Her most treasured moments during training occur when the dogs begin to unwind and genuinely enjoy the freedom they've attained through teamwork. With a history in grooming and experience in horse training, Kara takes pleasure in working with puppies and timid dogs, guiding them to explore the world in a positive way and guiding their owners to explore the depths of the pet-owner connection.
Online video library
Gain unlimited access to our expanding library of dog training videos, featuring lessons, behind-the-scenes footage, how-to guides, and exclusive content. New additions are made monthly to keep content fresh and meet all your dog training needs!
Get In Touch
Get in touch with Wild Child Dog Training today to schedule your dog's personalized training program and experience expert care in Eastern NC.
“Sydney, the owner and her staff are 100% dedicated to providing what your loved dog needs. I am not a trusting person by nature, especially with having my dogs handled by others but the staff at Wild Child were steadfast in the commitment in delivering results and helping all dogs in need of training and guidance. I trust them - they won me over immediately.”
“My three-year -old Cavapoo and I learned to behave around other people, dogs, birds and bunny rabbits! Trainers know dog psychology so they want to choose good behavior! Excellent friendly and patient people!”
Service Areas
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Dog Training Services Provided in the following areas
· Swansboro · Hubert · Emerald Isle
· Cedar Point · Stella · Newport
· Morehead City · Atlantic Beach
· Beaufort · Havelock · New Bern
· Kinston · Jacksonville · Richlands
· Sneads Ferry · Holly Ridge
· Hampstead · Wilmington ·Polloksville
· Camp Lejeune · Cherry Point
· Maysville · New River · Trenton
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Hours are by appointment only
Sunday 7am-8pm
Monday 7am-8pm
Tuesday 7am-8pm
Wednesday 7am-8pm
Thursday 7am-8pm
Friday 7am-8pm
Saturday 7am-8pm