Greg has been incredibly helpful with our reactive dog. He was very patient and taught us a number of tools that addressed our dog’s specific needs. He was very flexible and responsive to how our dog reacted to training. I would definitely recommend his training to anyone looking for an engaged and adaptive trainer in the Triangle area!

The Dog Wizard
Raleigh, North Carolina
About The Dog Wizard
No one gets a dog anticipating a bunch of problems. We get dogs dreaming of leisurely walks, playing fetch, and lounging together on a rainy day. We certainly do not anticipate our dog being hard to walk, destroying the sofa, or having aggression. Don’t worry. No matter if it is hyper behavior, aggression, nervousness, separation anxiety, or helping your puppy start his life off right, the dog trainers at Raleigh Dog Wizard can help. And we will love every minute of it!
Training & services
Training goals
- Behavior consultation
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Puppy training
Program details
If you have a new puppy, one of the best things to do to get your relationship off on the right foot is to start puppy training. At The Dog Wizard in Raleigh, North Carolina, we catch and correct destructive behaviors in puppies before they become an issue.
Behavior support
- Aggression training
- Separation anxiety
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Dog board and train programs are perfect for individuals with busy schedules. With various lengths of stays to choose from, it's no wonder why so many Raleigh dog owners have chosen The Dog Wizard to train their dogs.
- Group classes
Program details
Group dog training classes can be a powerful and social component to training your dog. Group dog training sessions are a great way to cement the training your dog has learned in a public setting. Meet with other Raleigh, Cary, Garner, or Neuse dog owners to train together.
Dog age
- Adult dogs
- Puppies
Your dog’s background
- Rescue dogs
Additional services
- Boarding
Consultations
- Free consultation
Other listed services
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- Dog training
Program details
At The Dog Wizard Raleigh, we offer a variety of dog training programs to the greater Raleigh, Cary, Garner, and Neuse areas of North Carolina. With years of experience, our trainers take a unique approach to fixed behavior issues in your dog - all while having fun while they do it!
- Basic Commands
- Day School
- Dog Bark
- Dog Safe
- Personal Dog Trainer
- Rescue Rehab
- Summer Camp
Confirm current programs and availability directly.
Customer reviews
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- Communication 5
- Basic commands 3
- Leash manners 3
- Leash walking 3
- Training tools 3
- Value for money 3
All 10 topics
- 14 day program 2
- Helpful tips 2
- Reactive dog 2
- Rescue dog training 2
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We sent our Cavapoo Enzo to Greg, the Dog Wizard, for two weeks and we are so thrilled with the results! Enzo was 8 months old when we sent him and needed help learning some of the basic commands, not climbing on furniture, and off-leash training. We decided to do the 2nd week fo…Read full reviewClose full review
We sent our Cavapoo Enzo to Greg, the Dog Wizard, for two weeks and we are so thrilled with the results! Enzo was 8 months old when we sent him and needed help learning some of the basic commands, not climbing on furniture, and off-leash training. We decided to do the 2nd week for off-leash training and felt he needed extra time away from us since we are home all the time in 2020. We were concerned about Enzo not listening to us when we would say Come and Place. When Enzo came back, he’d 100% improved on these commands. We also saw an overall change in temperament; he seems calmer and more independent. But he also LISTENS to us far better than he did before! Greg gave us updates during the 2 weeks and provided a good understanding of Enzo’s tendencies so we know our pup better and how to best work with him. We understand that it’s not all up to the dog, but we humans require training as well to help Enzo get better and Greg gave us the tools to continue training at home. Greg is such a nice person, just so great to deal with. Enzo loved him too. We definitely got the value for sending Enzo to the Dog Wizard. Thank you so much Greg!!
Greg was amazing training our rescue puppy, Tucker. Tucker tends to be shy & timid but he bonded with Greg right away. Greg was extremely patient and caring. In a matter of a few weeks, Tucker knew all the basic commands. I would highly recommend Greg for anyone needing a dog trainer. It was money well spent.
Greg transformed our sweet puppy into a well behaved puppy. He was very prompt and responsive to all of our questions. Thank you Greg for all of your work!
Exactly as described --- "Dog. Wizard." I am writing my review exactly 1-year after the Dog Wizard (Greg Deaton) took our dog Daisy for a week of training at an onsite camp. My dog was sweet but unmanageable. She was easily excitable (I could barely pet her myself because she…Read full reviewClose full review
Exactly as described --- "Dog. Wizard." I am writing my review exactly 1-year after the Dog Wizard (Greg Deaton) took our dog Daisy for a week of training at an onsite camp. My dog was sweet but unmanageable. She was easily excitable (I could barely pet her myself because she was so stimulated by any attention I gave her), pulled on her leash for walks, and had to be shut away immediately if any guest entered the home for fear she would jump all over them. The Dog Wizard took Daisy away for the week, sent us regular updates and pictures and returned with a dog who could sit still, receive affection without fear of taking an eye out, could "place" anywhere we asked her to stay, could walk on a leash PERFECTLY, and was manageable when company enters the house. WE WERE SO SATISFIED WITH THE RESULTS.... and 1 -year later.... STILL COMPLETELY SATISFIED with how she can do all of the above!!!! This training works AND it sticks if you continue even MINIMAL follow-up using the commands and following a very easy protocol for how to take walks or "place" when asked to. I will say, Daisy is still very excited when new people come into the house (this is when the stakes are THE highest for her.) BUT with just a couple of reminders, she will go and place until her affection is asked for. She does not have to be shut away for hours. She can calm down and acalamate to the situation with minimal prompting. We could not be more pleased or recommend Greg Deaton more highly. 1-year in the making and this investment has paid for itself time after time. THANK YOU GREG!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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