Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
27th September 2017 - Stefanie Budiman
Stefanie dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management
Stef has been amazing with my puppy staffy Dakota! I first met Stef when I was fostering dogs and when she got adopted, a few months later I got a pup of my own I didn’t think twice about calling Stef at Bark Busters! Her guidance and advice has helped me improve my 6 month old jumping, door control, assertiveness and walking on the lead right beside me! From pulling on the lead and giving me rope burn (them Staffies are strong!!) during our walks I now enjoy walking my excitable pup!
Trainer note from Stefanie
It was such a pleasure to work with you and your foster staffy and it warms my heart to know you've grown a love for the breed and got one yourself! Dakota is a sweetheart and every lesson with the both of you are so much fun! Well done in being so committed with her training! She is definitely growing into a well mannered adult and I look forward to any future check ins!
It was such a pleasure to work with you and your foster staffy and it warms my heart to know you've grown a love for the breed and got one yourself! Dakota is a sweetheart and every lesson with the both of you are so much fun! Well done in being so committed with her training! She is definitely growing into a well mannered adult and I look forward to any future check ins!
27th September 2017 - Peter Adamow
Peter dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
We adopted a 1.5 year old staffy from the pound and had issues with him jumping, barging into the house whenever the door opened as well as pulling and crossing in front of your whilst on lead. In one session Peter managed to stop the door barging and have him walking by my side without pulling and tripping me over.
Our boy Jet responded so well to the training that his jumping has reduced, he responds straight away when called and now waits at the gate and back door. I would highly recommend Peter, he knows what he is doing and has helped our new man settle in nicely at home. I'm looking forward to our next session and involving the kids in the training process.
Trainer note from Peter
Thanks Catherine, Jet is a soft natured Staffy who now has a great home thanks to you. Thank you for saving Jet from the pound and giving him a strong safe home . He had no training in the past and now he knows there are boundaries to live with and loves them. He will do very well in the future in his new home Thank you
Thanks Catherine, Jet is a soft natured Staffy who now has a great home thanks to you. Thank you for saving Jet from the pound and giving him a strong safe home . He had no training in the past and now he knows there are boundaries to live with and loves them. He will do very well in the future in his new home Thank you
25th September 2017 - Todd Morris
Todd dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling
Very happy with Philip would highly recommend him.
Trainer note from Todd
Thank you Gai for the vote of confidence. Dezzie is a 9 month young female German Shepherd and she had lunged at and bitten a stranger when out on the lead. She was also becoming more and more aggressive to other dogs on walks. She also barked a lot at any guests coming to the house. We learnt about why she was like this today and set up training to teach Dezzie that she doesn't need to protect her family. It's just not her job any more! She responded very well to our exercises today and her owners, Gai and her son Shane, said she was walking on a loose lead better than she ever had before. I'll be back in a 2 weeks to continue the training. Well done to you all!
Thank you Gai for the vote of confidence. Dezzie is a 9 month young female German Shepherd and she had lunged at and bitten a stranger when out on the lead. She was also becoming more and more aggressive to other dogs on walks. She also barked a lot at any guests coming to the house. We learnt about why she was like this today and set up training to teach Dezzie that she doesn't need to protect her family. It's just not her job any more! She responded very well to our exercises today and her owners, Gai and her son Shane, said she was walking on a loose lead better than she ever had before. I'll be back in a 2 weeks to continue the training. Well done to you all!
25th September 2017 - Paul Labrum
Paul dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
I was nervous about the training as I didn't think Bruno could get help, I have done other training with him and nothing seemed to work. But Paul was fantastic and the way he talked us through what to do was extremely helpful! The way they train is simple and easy to understand. I would definitely recommend him to anyone having dog issues!!
25th September 2017 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Graeme was great, he really understands dog behaviour and was excellent in transferring his knowledge to us, to give us the tools to improve Odin's behaviour.
We saw results after the first training session, and continued improvements following the training plan that Graeme gave us.
The training sessions were really efftive in kickstarting the learning proccess for Odin. Graeme payed us multiple follow up visits to check on our training progress and work with Odin on different behaviours.
Weve had comments from family on friends on the difference in Odins behaviour since this training. We are really happy with the outcome.
Trainer note from Head Office
Odin really thrived on the leadership given.
Odin really thrived on the leadership given.
25th September 2017 - Ken Tran
Ken dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry
Shadow is a 4 year old rescue dog who obviously hadnt been trained. Ken showed me how to teach her "sit" and other commands. She has responded really well which I am extremely happy about. He is firm and gentle with her and is teaching me how to control her. I am walking her now and she is getting to know that I am the leader of the pack. Ken is a very good teacher to me and Shadow and really knows how to handle dogs. I am very happy with his training methods . I would not hesitate to recommend Ken to anyone who needs dog training.
24th September 2017 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Toileting
Our Minature Wirehair dachshund Moki was a bit of a terror and we were at our wits end.
We then contacted Kelly, well what can I say.
After the first 2 hours Moki was a different dog very obedient, stopped barking and now is well behaved.
I would recommend any one who has a problem with their furry pal to contact Kelly at Bark Busters she is brilliant.
Trainer note from Kelly
I had goosebumps at this 2nd lesson! What a different dog greeted me - no barking, no growling, no snapping and no fear reactivity. Instead he sat calmly whilst his gorgeous owners opened the door and welcomed me in. Moki, you and your parents are stars, thank you for all your efforts!!!
I had goosebumps at this 2nd lesson! What a different dog greeted me - no barking, no growling, no snapping and no fear reactivity. Instead he sat calmly whilst his gorgeous owners opened the door and welcomed me in. Moki, you and your parents are stars, thank you for all your efforts!!!
21st September 2017 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry
Jinty was a rescue dog and had very little training. When Catharina first came she/we established some rules around walking on leash and aggression towards other dogs. Over the past 12 months, Jinty has been great, but all training requires constant input from the owner and unfortunately I got a little slack. One contact with Catharina and she was back to refresh Jinty and I. Catharina is great, understands animals, and just as importantly humans!! I would recommend Catharina and the Bark Busters method of training to anyone.
21st September 2017 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry
Jinty was a rescue dog and had very little training. When Catharina first came she/we established some rules around walking on leash and aggression towards other dogs. Over the past 12 months, Jinty has been great, but all training requires constant input from the owner and unfortunately I got a little slack. One contact with Catharina and she was back to refresh Jinty and I. Catharina is great, understands animals, and just as importantly humans!! I would recommend Catharina and the Bark Busters method of training to anyone.
21st September 2017 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Aggression, Pulling, Recall
Cat has got my dog and l speaking the same language. Walking is now relaxing. Kimba has stopped pulling. The harness works better than a choker with no stress on the neck. Kimba was a difficult dog at obedience classes but is now calm and focused. Dog training has become enjoyable. Thanks Cat.
Trainer note from Catharina
Kimba is a lovely young Sharpei. She thrived on calm patient guidance and really wanted to please!
Kimba is a lovely young Sharpei. She thrived on calm patient guidance and really wanted to please!
21st September 2017 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
I was at my wits end, I thought we would need to lose one if not both dogs. I thought one was completely un-trainable. I had tried a number of different methods and asked advice, nothing worked. Within the first 1/2 hour, Cat had my dog doing things that I had been unable to achieve for over a year. It all made sense, what I had to do and how to achieve it. I feel supported as I can call any time if I have an issue and don't know what to do. The children and a friend even noticed from day one how they have both changed and how much more relaxed naughty dog number 1 is.
Trainer note from Catharina
It was a great first session with Hiccup and Mia. We started with a few of the main issues like barking, jumping and door manners. I look forward to our next session and building on what you have already achieved :)
It was a great first session with Hiccup and Mia. We started with a few of the main issues like barking, jumping and door manners. I look forward to our next session and building on what you have already achieved :)
21st September 2017 - Peter Adamow
Peter dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling
Training was great, I didn't realise that it would be soo simple. We have seen a change in our dogs behaviour already in the short time.
Trainer note from Peter
Thank you Caitlin , It was a pleasure to help you with you 2 Dachshunds. They were really in charge of the house and your committmnet will help them relax and not worry about answering the door and patrolling the yard
Thank you Caitlin , It was a pleasure to help you with you 2 Dachshunds. They were really in charge of the house and your committmnet will help them relax and not worry about answering the door and patrolling the yard