Wild Child Dog Training

Wild Child Dog Training offers personalized training programs including puppy foundation training, off-leash obedience, behavior modification for aggression and anxiety, and intensive board-and-train programs lasting weeks. Clients receive weekly private lessons, video access for review, and hands-on coaching. Board-and-train clients get daily enrichment, supervised socialization, swimming, and progress updates via Instagram. Training is tailored to the dog’s breed, energy level, and emotional state, with a focus on lifelong behavior change through trust-based communication.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not explicitly listed online; services include private lessons, board-and-train programs, and a $19.99/month subscription for unlimited access to their online video library. Customized packages are offered based on individual dog needs and goals, with evaluations available to determine appropriate programs.

Wild Child Dog Training is a dog training business based in Maysville, NC, that specializes in holistic, science-based training focused on a dog’s emotional needs and overall well-being. They offer private lessons, board-and-train programs, puppy training, obedience training, and behavior modification for issues like reactivity, fear, separation anxiety, and aggression. Their approach emphasizes building trust and communication between dogs and owners, avoiding traditional reward-and-punishment methods in favor of understanding canine cognition, genetics, and lifestyle. They operate on a 10-acre facility with a swimming pond, grassy fields, agility equipment, and indoor training spaces designed to help dogs learn in a low-stress, enriching environment. They also provide online video lessons, daily progress updates via social media for board-and-train clients, and owner education to ensure long-term success. Their team includes certified trainers with backgrounds in animal behavior, competitive dog sports, and working with high-energy and reactive breeds like German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, and Wolfdogs.

In addition to training, they offer pet boarding with integrated training, an online video library, and sell dog-related merchandise. They serve military communities and surrounding towns including Jacksonville, New Bern, Morehead City, Camp Lejeune, and Cherry Point, and prioritize safety, cleanliness, and emotional support for both dogs and owners.

Accomplishments

Sydney Marshall, owner and head trainer, has over 10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s of Science in Animal Behavior and Health, certification from two canine training schools, and is a certified K9 Trainer and IGP Helper. She has trialed and titled dogs in IGP, Agility, and AKC events. The business is registered with the State of North Carolina, insured, and associated with AKC, IACP, and USCA. Sydney has worked internationally with aggressive and anxious dogs and trained wolfdogs and high-drive breeds.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin with a free evaluation, which includes either a short meet-and-greet to assess the dog and discuss goals, or a full evaluation with an on-the-spot lesson to observe behavior and begin training immediately. Both options provide personalized recommendations and a clear next-step plan.