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Wilde Acres Boarding & Training is a leading dog facility located in Baltimore County, Maryland. The recently updated 20-acre property features fenced-in fields, a weather-protected area, and trails for dogs to explore. The business provides a wide range of services including training retreats, private lessons, day training, boarding, grooming, and baths. The team at Wilde Acres is led by Owner and Master Trainer Carter Wilde, known for delivering exceptional service. Dogs are boarded in temperature-controlled stalls, each with private outdoor access. The grooming services receive high praise, featuring baths, haircuts, nail clipping, teeth brushing, and facials. Clients have consistently commended Wilde Acres for its positive atmosphere and the warmth of the staff, who are clearly dog lovers. One client shared how their puppy enjoys returning to the facility, while another appreciated the patience shown during their husky's grooming appointments. The facility is recognized as one of the best dog training options in Maryland, DC, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Feedback on specific programs highlights the upland program led by trainer Cam and the success of the board and train package. A client noted that their dog's behavior improved significantly after training, describing the transformation as if their dog was "permanently put on Xanax." Another family reported that their shelter dog, Gunther, made great strides in behavior and reactivity through the four-week program. The positive outcomes extend to other dogs as well, with one reviewer expressing gratitude for how training transformed their energetic lab, Sunny, into an obedient and happy pup. Overall, Wilde Acres Boarding & Training is highly recommended for dog owners seeking quality care and training services.
When I first adopted my mastiff mix (Cane Corso, Presa Canario, Bullmastiff, etc.) in late 2023, I struggled to maintain consistency with obedience training and also reactivity issues. I found Wilde Acres in my search for dog trainers, and I decided to go with them because: Carter and his team have extensive and evidenced knowledge in canine behavior and training methods, the numerous training classes and programs offered, and the land they have for training (~7 acres). Since working with them, I have seen them retain many of the same trainers, which speaks to a positive working environment, and also grow their program to training specialties, such as scent. Below is my personal training journey with Wilde Acres, as well: I first started my training at Wilde Acres through individual lessons with Carter. Carter took the time to watch my dog's behavior and also get to know me as her handler, in order to give me the best advice for training her. He was realistic and honest with his advice, and he provided helpful and valuable ways to motivate my dog and maintain consistency. After a few lessons, I felt the board & train package would be good for her in order to instill training through the repetition that's provided with board & train programs. I was moving at the time of her training, so she went for five weeks (usually four). After her training, I noticed a massive and positive shift in her behavior. I tell people it's like she was permanently put on Xanax. She was so much calmer! She seemed much more comfortable on our walks, she no longer pulled me on the leash, she followed the leash and my commands, and her reactivity diminished significantly. She does still have reactivity every now and then, but it's much less, and it's easy to anticipate as her handler. Please note I did change some aspects of my lifestyle, such as moving to a bigger place that was less crowded, and she had less exposure to busy areas. But her training would have still been required to have her more under control. After her training, I still called Wilde Acres every now and then to discuss any behavioral issues or if I had any questions. I just sent her for a second board & train, not because she needed it, but due to a busy schedule I had on a large project at work, and I needed a safe place for her with experienced handlers. The team at Wilde Acres welcomed her back so warmly. She had such a great time at her second retreat. All of the trainers had so much fun with her at Wilde Acres, and she responded greatly to their training methods and handling. We're going back today for a follow-up lesson, as well, and we look forward to coming back in the future!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best decision we could have made sending our Sunny Girl for the 4 week training retreat at 8 months old. Cannot thank Carter and the trainers enough for transforming our high-energy, full of personality lab into an obedient, happy pup. This experience has been life changing for all of us. The tools/commands that have been instilled in Sunny and reinforced/used by us were well worth the investment and every minute she was away. I cannot recommend this experience enough! 🐶🐾💜
If your dog needs training, this is where you want to send them. My puppy returned from her training retreat and I am amazed how well behaved she is! Worth every cent! Thank you to Carter and his amazing group of trainers. Shout out to Jaymie for giving me a very thorough go home lesson! I wouldn’t send my dogs anywhere else!