Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
13th November 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Very effective. Very knowledgeable especially about the breed of dogs that I have
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Roy, your kind words and feedback are greatly appreciated! You pack of Frenchies were already lovely dogs, but now we have applied some fundamental canine rules, they are so much more relaxed! At lesson one we targeted jumping up, kitchen manners and safety, lead management, door answering and door manners (so that they don't step out the front door without a release command), and it was incredible to watch how quickly the improved. They soaked up their education, and I can see how much you all love each other :-). I am looking forward to tackling the dog to dog management at lesson 2, so that your social outings are calmer, and more enjoyable. Well done!
Thanks Roy, your kind words and feedback are greatly appreciated! You pack of Frenchies were already lovely dogs, but now we have applied some fundamental canine rules, they are so much more relaxed! At lesson one we targeted jumping up, kitchen manners and safety, lead management, door answering and door manners (so that they don't step out the front door without a release command), and it was incredible to watch how quickly the improved. They soaked up their education, and I can see how much you all love each other :-). I am looking forward to tackling the dog to dog management at lesson 2, so that your social outings are calmer, and more enjoyable. Well done!
23rd October 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Digging, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Kelly showed great training skills and knowledge, where she demonstrated and ran us through them with Luna. Luna immediately responded to her training and we were extremely impressed. We have continued training with Luna after her first lesson with Kelly and have noticed alot of improvements!!!!
Trainer note from Kelly
Hi Scott and Gabby! Wow, what a change. I was amazed at how much more settled Miss Luna was today at our second lesson, her door manners were 10000% improved, she didn't jump on me at all (and anyone that has had a bouncing staffy on them know how full on it is LOL), her lead walking was amazing (and we extended that today on the street, including dog to dog management) - overall, you have both done an incredible job with your daily training. To hear that you'd also had a brand new baby over, and Luna was a perfect Princess all afternoon, was so rewarding to see. Keep up the good work - off to a park for lesson 3 for more dog distraction work!
Hi Scott and Gabby! Wow, what a change. I was amazed at how much more settled Miss Luna was today at our second lesson, her door manners were 10000% improved, she didn't jump on me at all (and anyone that has had a bouncing staffy on them know how full on it is LOL), her lead walking was amazing (and we extended that today on the street, including dog to dog management) - overall, you have both done an incredible job with your daily training. To hear that you'd also had a brand new baby over, and Luna was a perfect Princess all afternoon, was so rewarding to see. Keep up the good work - off to a park for lesson 3 for more dog distraction work!
18th October 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Toileting
Kelly not only helped our puppy but us too. She showed us how to work with the dog and get the best out of him. He went from being very hyperactive to relaxed and happy within a few minutes. It was amazing to watch the results that Kelly achieved with Boof and how easy it was for us to achieve the same results under her guidance. We had issues with Boof biting and jumping and well as destructive behaviour but it has improved immensley in just one lesson. We are looking forward to Kelly returning in a few weeks to help with the next stage of his training. She also discussed his diet and we found that it contributed to a lot of his bad behaviour so we are in the process of changing his diet and have found aclamer dog all round. I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone who needs help with their canine furbabies as her expertise and understanding of dogs is inspiring.
Trainer note from Kelly
What a dramatic change! From a bouncing, barking, biting puppy (Great Dane cross), to a calm, relaxed, lay by your feet happy fur kid! Your young pup is so super sweet, and responded to our calm methods in the first 5mins of the lesson starting. Focusing on mouthing and biting, lead training, obedience, lounge manners and night time craziness, as well as crate training and preventative night time barking - so pleased with the results! As always I have provided support after the first lesson, and I can't wait for lesson 2, where we'll focus on road safety, pulling and size management (he's going to be a big boy!). Thanks again for allowing me to assist :-)
What a dramatic change! From a bouncing, barking, biting puppy (Great Dane cross), to a calm, relaxed, lay by your feet happy fur kid! Your young pup is so super sweet, and responded to our calm methods in the first 5mins of the lesson starting. Focusing on mouthing and biting, lead training, obedience, lounge manners and night time craziness, as well as crate training and preventative night time barking - so pleased with the results! As always I have provided support after the first lesson, and I can't wait for lesson 2, where we'll focus on road safety, pulling and size management (he's going to be a big boy!). Thanks again for allowing me to assist :-)
24th September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
We rescued our little guy just under a year ago. He settled in well enough but we decided it was time to get some training as he was starting to get a little too bossy and reactive when going for walks. After just 1 lesson with Kelly we were seeing a noticeable difference in his behaviour. Absolutely worth the money. Kelly is so amazing. She had our whole dynamic picked right away and helped us make adjustments so our pup is easier to walk, less anxious and less annoying for our visitors.
Trainer note from Kelly
I still get goosebumps, about how much more RELAXED your gorgeous rescue beast (Amstaff x) was at lesson 2! From barking, pacing, whining, crying, and generally being unsettled at lesson 1, to walking calmly into the crate for relaxing, walking politely on lead, allowing me to pat / sniff without fear or snapping, no aggression, and AMAZING door manners!!!! Just brilliant - I am so thankful for your openness to make some minor changes, and for your consistency, you both get a gold star, and I can't wait to see you at group training (2 FOC sessions included)!
I still get goosebumps, about how much more RELAXED your gorgeous rescue beast (Amstaff x) was at lesson 2! From barking, pacing, whining, crying, and generally being unsettled at lesson 1, to walking calmly into the crate for relaxing, walking politely on lead, allowing me to pat / sniff without fear or snapping, no aggression, and AMAZING door manners!!!! Just brilliant - I am so thankful for your openness to make some minor changes, and for your consistency, you both get a gold star, and I can't wait to see you at group training (2 FOC sessions included)!
21st September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry
Kelly from Bark Busters is a God send. Our 2 girls have had lots of trouble with sibling rivalry and aggression, jumping on people and anxiety. Kelly has helped us with all of these problems and we noticed an IMMEDIATE change in the dogs. When she had left from our session we had 2 new dogs. We have been continuing our program training every day and they keep getting better and we can finally live in peace! Thank you thank you thank you 🙏🏼
Trainer note from Kelly
Nothing will make anyone smile more than a pair of Staffordshire Bull Terriers, happy faces, wagging tails! Your girls are just gorgeous, but when there is fighting, everyone walks around on eggshells, trying not to set them off :-(. You have both done a great job to date with their training, but with an unbalanced pack, we had to look at food and sleeping options, structure within the home, and how we could show leadership without losing affection - no one wants a robot! They responded like a dream to the training (so grateful they didn't have to try and be the boss!), and I am looking forward to lesson #2, where we'll work on pulling, roadwork, and dog to dog management / reactivity. Then onto your free group sessions, with confidence! Awesome work!
Nothing will make anyone smile more than a pair of Staffordshire Bull Terriers, happy faces, wagging tails! Your girls are just gorgeous, but when there is fighting, everyone walks around on eggshells, trying not to set them off :-(. You have both done a great job to date with their training, but with an unbalanced pack, we had to look at food and sleeping options, structure within the home, and how we could show leadership without losing affection - no one wants a robot! They responded like a dream to the training (so grateful they didn't have to try and be the boss!), and I am looking forward to lesson #2, where we'll work on pulling, roadwork, and dog to dog management / reactivity. Then onto your free group sessions, with confidence! Awesome work!
20th September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Recall, Toileting
It was brilliant to have Kelly visit and impart so much knowledge to us our about our fur baby Lucy. Lucy has responded to the new rules and lessons really well.
Trainer note from Kelly
What a pocket rocket Miss Lucy is! Such a delightful Frenchie, but I could see as soon as I arrived how her behaviour was causing your family so much stress. From cat chasing, barking, jumping and nipping, and over guarding the humans, at lesson #1 we showed gentle methods to gain her attention, correct Lucy with being a cat bully, and how to alleviate the barking at people walking past. In addition to this, we put safety measures in for sleeping, walking and in the office manners! I can't wait for lesson #2, where we'll solidify what you've implemented, and add on some external education and control. Awesome job!
What a pocket rocket Miss Lucy is! Such a delightful Frenchie, but I could see as soon as I arrived how her behaviour was causing your family so much stress. From cat chasing, barking, jumping and nipping, and over guarding the humans, at lesson #1 we showed gentle methods to gain her attention, correct Lucy with being a cat bully, and how to alleviate the barking at people walking past. In addition to this, we put safety measures in for sleeping, walking and in the office manners! I can't wait for lesson #2, where we'll solidify what you've implemented, and add on some external education and control. Awesome job!
13th September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Kelly has a natural gift with animals. Her expertise and professionalism is clear from the start. The theory lesson was fantastic - Kelly pin pointed the exact reasons behind our bulldog Bindi’s behavioural issues, which included barking, nipping, hyperactivity, pulling and aggression. We had results from the very first lesson. Kelly was very thorough and patient, and we practiced each technique until we got it right. Bindi is now like a completely different dog, and is absolutely thriving! Her barking has reduced dramatically, she no longer nips, and is much calmer. Kelly has continued to support us through the whole journey, and has answered all of our questions and concerns. We couldn’t recommend her enough! She is Brisbane’s best dog whisperer. Thank you Kelly! Can’t wait for the next lesson.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thank you so much for your positive feedback and thoughts on our positive training system - but you have done all the hard work, so you get the Gold Star! It was clear at the first session how much everyone loves Bindi, but there was also an element of caution / fear, not knowing how to handler her issues. We targeting the door (manners), jumping up, mouthing, visitor aggression, recall, positive crate training, obedience - and wow, wasn't she an awesome pupil! Repetition and consistency is key, and your whole family nailed it! Second lesson went from total unfocussed pulling, to walking politely on a loose lead, watching for your commands - road manners / safety got a good start, and we will move in to dog reactivity / lunging at lesson #3 - can't wait! Keep up the amazing work!
Thank you so much for your positive feedback and thoughts on our positive training system - but you have done all the hard work, so you get the Gold Star! It was clear at the first session how much everyone loves Bindi, but there was also an element of caution / fear, not knowing how to handler her issues. We targeting the door (manners), jumping up, mouthing, visitor aggression, recall, positive crate training, obedience - and wow, wasn't she an awesome pupil! Repetition and consistency is key, and your whole family nailed it! Second lesson went from total unfocussed pulling, to walking politely on a loose lead, watching for your commands - road manners / safety got a good start, and we will move in to dog reactivity / lunging at lesson #3 - can't wait! Keep up the amazing work!
11th September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling
Big help to re-jig the way you communicate with your dog. Very helpful and easy to learn when understood.
Trainer note from Kelly
Even though you are an experienced dog owner, it was so wonderful to be invited in to find tune Oakley's training. As a staffy x lab, she has energy to burn, and showing you how to channel that energy in a positive way, through programming and training, was so enjoyable! By correcting her jumping up, gaining control of her lead pulling, working on recall and gate manners is setting you up positively for a long and loving relationship. Setting boundaries for once your newborn comes home from hospital will make the transition peaceful, and give you a sense of control - she's a lovely pup, can't wait for lesson #2, to continue to provide support!
Even though you are an experienced dog owner, it was so wonderful to be invited in to find tune Oakley's training. As a staffy x lab, she has energy to burn, and showing you how to channel that energy in a positive way, through programming and training, was so enjoyable! By correcting her jumping up, gaining control of her lead pulling, working on recall and gate manners is setting you up positively for a long and loving relationship. Setting boundaries for once your newborn comes home from hospital will make the transition peaceful, and give you a sense of control - she's a lovely pup, can't wait for lesson #2, to continue to provide support!
10th September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Chewing, Puppy management, Toileting
Kelly was very friendly, approachable and our puppy loved her. She provided a lot of information with helpful tips and tricks and answered all our questions in our first lesson.
Trainer note from Kelly
As first time dog owners, you were both so open minded, and willing to work on new ways to manage your relationship with your delightful Cavoodle! With our gentle training methods we saw improvements straight away with his jumping up, mouthing, recall - we kick started his lead work, and got toileting on the right path. I am looking forward to supporting you into lesson #2, where we'll start on door manners, stay, road safety and get out into the wide world of distractions LOL! Well done!
As first time dog owners, you were both so open minded, and willing to work on new ways to manage your relationship with your delightful Cavoodle! With our gentle training methods we saw improvements straight away with his jumping up, mouthing, recall - we kick started his lead work, and got toileting on the right path. I am looking forward to supporting you into lesson #2, where we'll start on door manners, stay, road safety and get out into the wide world of distractions LOL! Well done!
2nd September 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Kelly is like the Mary Poppins of dog trainers. Her wealth of knowledge, expertise, and remarkable training methods are practically "magical" when it comes to transforming dogs into well-behaved and obedient companions.
Just as Mary Poppins brought a touch of magic to the lives of the Banks children, Kelly brings a unique and effective approach to dog training. Her ability to instill obedience in dogs without relying on treats or punishment is reminiscent of Mary's enchanting abilities. Under Kelly's guidance, my dog's behavior underwent a positive transformation, and it felt like she worked her own kind of magic.
Kelly's patient, knowledgeable, and compassionate approach is truly a breath of fresh air in the world of dog training. If you're seeking a trainer who is not only effective but also reminiscent of a beloved fictional character, Kelly is the Mary Poppins of the dog training world.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Jo, you are so kind! It was wonderful to work with you both, and I can certainly see how Boo Boo's behaviours were upsetting for you! By controlling her jumping and rampant licking, pulling, lack of focus and bossy habits, we saw at the very first lesson how quickly she could calm down, and how much she enjoyed you taking charge :-)! Looking forward to lesson 2, where we'll focus on external factors, walking, dogs, kids and other people (the most exciting of them all!), and show you how she can still have fun and be social, without being annoying. See you soon!
Thanks Jo, you are so kind! It was wonderful to work with you both, and I can certainly see how Boo Boo's behaviours were upsetting for you! By controlling her jumping and rampant licking, pulling, lack of focus and bossy habits, we saw at the very first lesson how quickly she could calm down, and how much she enjoyed you taking charge :-)! Looking forward to lesson 2, where we'll focus on external factors, walking, dogs, kids and other people (the most exciting of them all!), and show you how she can still have fun and be social, without being annoying. See you soon!
17th August 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Pulling
It was a great pleasure doing Coco's training with you, Kelly.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Lavinia, you were amazing with your very loved rescue girl! Upon arrival I could see why your gorgeous girl was causing you stress. We managed her fear reactivity, pulling on lead, recall, and confidence building at lesson one, and we will focus on her dog reactivity, lunging, gate manners and obedience at lesson 2 - looking forward to it :-)
Thanks Lavinia, you were amazing with your very loved rescue girl! Upon arrival I could see why your gorgeous girl was causing you stress. We managed her fear reactivity, pulling on lead, recall, and confidence building at lesson one, and we will focus on her dog reactivity, lunging, gate manners and obedience at lesson 2 - looking forward to it :-)
3rd August 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Separation anxiety
If you could get a Mary Poppins equivalent for a dog, Kelly is the one! I was so stressed about the sibling rivalry (increased fights and intensity ) between our rescue bull mastiff - nala and american staffie - harley who have been together for a year. I had contacted a different mob and although their tips were useful;I needed someone with a more hands on approach. Right from the greeting at the front door Kelly guided me on how to correct Nalas behaviour. After our session nala is already better behaved . We still have a lot of work to do before letting them share a space; like crate training, general obedience and recall . The advice on their diet was also an eye opener. I cant wait to see the changes, put in the work and build a stringer and more respectful relationship with my dogs . I was besides myself with the thought of having to rehome either of them but with Kelly’s expertise, sense of humour and passion about training - our situation of living in harmony is within reach . I wish i got in touch with bark busters first. Thank you so much Kelly and i cant wait for our next lesson
Trainer note from Kelly
Thank you so much for your kind words! When I arrived at the door, I could literally feel your stress in waves :-( - being able to show you how to control the barking and growling, and empowering you to have confidence in your gorgeous girl, it was so fabulous to watch you relax, and enjoy your dog's company. Your timing was on point, and our gentle methods gained Nala's trust and focus. As a rescue, she is definitely fearful, and she learned so fast - I can't wait to start on her external manners, and also re-integration with her fur-brother. Well done!
Thank you so much for your kind words! When I arrived at the door, I could literally feel your stress in waves :-( - being able to show you how to control the barking and growling, and empowering you to have confidence in your gorgeous girl, it was so fabulous to watch you relax, and enjoy your dog's company. Your timing was on point, and our gentle methods gained Nala's trust and focus. As a rescue, she is definitely fearful, and she learned so fast - I can't wait to start on her external manners, and also re-integration with her fur-brother. Well done!