Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
2nd January 2024 - Ken Tran
Ken dealt with Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling
Great session with Ken. Even after only 3 days I can see a significant improvement in behaviour. I am really enjoying implementing the training programme and seeing such positive results
1st January 2024 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Glen & Maureen dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Puppy management, Separation anxiety
We were extremely happy with Glen and Maureen's help with our 2 pups. All of our issues were addressed and any issues since our first meeting Glen and Maureen were happy to give us advise. I have already recommended bark busters to some friends and would encourage anyone with problems with their dogs to contact Glen and Maureen. They helped us tremendously
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
Thanks Jason, we are super happy that the pups are doing so well. keep up the training for even more glorious results!!!
Thanks Jason, we are super happy that the pups are doing so well. keep up the training for even more glorious results!!!
30th December 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Pulling, Recall
Kelly is very professional and responsive on phone/email! She is direct and clear with expectations and very knowledgeable in explaining the theory behind the training. It’s great there is no treat training or harmful techniques involved! And in the first lesson, our dog Banjo was already responding. Definitely recommend!
Trainer note from Kelly
Thank you both so much for your kind review - he is so much fun! Border Collie's need that focused mental stimulation, otherwise they make their own fun (which is generally not the same idea we have in mind LOL!). We focused on getting a ground work of control, recall, walking politely, racing doors to get inside (and the front door too!), and we will solely focus on his dog reactivity, lunging, crying / whining on lead out the front at lesson two. Seeing how relaxed his body language became at lesson one was brilliant, he is an amazing dog, and really loves to work for you both! See you soon for more fun training!
Thank you both so much for your kind review - he is so much fun! Border Collie's need that focused mental stimulation, otherwise they make their own fun (which is generally not the same idea we have in mind LOL!). We focused on getting a ground work of control, recall, walking politely, racing doors to get inside (and the front door too!), and we will solely focus on his dog reactivity, lunging, crying / whining on lead out the front at lesson two. Seeing how relaxed his body language became at lesson one was brilliant, he is an amazing dog, and really loves to work for you both! See you soon for more fun training!
30th December 2023 - Callum Anderson
Callum dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Sibling rivalry
Rusty has made a huge amount of progress in a short space of time. His behaviour has been very much improved and he’s much calmer
Trainer note from Callum
It has been an absolute pleasure to meet you all. Rusty is doing wonderfully with his training. He is listening well and his walking has completely turned around. Well done on your practicing! Thank you for taking the time to do the review for us :)
It has been an absolute pleasure to meet you all. Rusty is doing wonderfully with his training. He is listening well and his walking has completely turned around. Well done on your practicing! Thank you for taking the time to do the review for us :)
22nd December 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Jumping up, Other
Kelly is incredibly knowledgeable and provided so much practical information to implement for long term change. We’ve already seen such a massive difference with Puff within the week / it’s amazing!
Trainer note from Kelly
I love Rotti's! They are such a fun breed, always so inquisitive and wanting to put their big heads and noses into everyone's business LOL. What isn't fun is a large breed with severe storm anxiety, to the point of panic defecating, poor Puff. By implementing mental training (to work on brain fatigue), positive crate training for a safety zone (never to be used negatively or as a time out), we have already seen improvements with his issues. Of course being smashed by the tornado on Christmas Even wasn't ideal (so terrifying for you all!), but I was super pleased to be able to provide you with support in between lessons to ensure you stay on the right track. Second lesson will be managing his off site behaviour, strength on lead, pulling, lunging and dog reactivity - can't wait to show you how to improve these as well! You have both done an awesome job :-)
I love Rotti's! They are such a fun breed, always so inquisitive and wanting to put their big heads and noses into everyone's business LOL. What isn't fun is a large breed with severe storm anxiety, to the point of panic defecating, poor Puff. By implementing mental training (to work on brain fatigue), positive crate training for a safety zone (never to be used negatively or as a time out), we have already seen improvements with his issues. Of course being smashed by the tornado on Christmas Even wasn't ideal (so terrifying for you all!), but I was super pleased to be able to provide you with support in between lessons to ensure you stay on the right track. Second lesson will be managing his off site behaviour, strength on lead, pulling, lunging and dog reactivity - can't wait to show you how to improve these as well! You have both done an awesome job :-)
20th December 2023 - Todd Morris
Todd dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling, Sibling rivalry, Other
Great. Todd was very knowledgeable and explained the Bark Busters philosophy and background to give context to helping our dog improve his behaviour. We found Todd friendly and easy to talk. We were able to ask questions but didn’t have many as his explanations were clear and concise. Very different dog by the end of our first session. Todd followed up with an email outlining what was covered in the session and what to work on till our next session.
Trainer note from Todd
Hey Sue Thank you for this kind review, I really enjoyed my time working with you all & with your commitment to the Bark Busters training I know you are going to do a fantastic job. Kind Regards Todd Morris
Hey Sue Thank you for this kind review, I really enjoyed my time working with you all & with your commitment to the Bark Busters training I know you are going to do a fantastic job. Kind Regards Todd Morris
19th December 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking, Sibling rivalry
Instant results from the first session with Kelly. She was so direct and clear on training methods. Couper is a whole new dog after just one session. She has really helped change our lives.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thank you so much! There is nothing more stressful for an owner with a new puppy, than that feeling they can't be left alone! Miniature Schnauzer have a bad rep (sadly) for being barkers, but Couper responded to our gentle training methods with a positive body response, focus, and by the end of lesson one, we left him alone to no noise! In between lesson 1 and 2 I provided support and guidance as to how to lengthen the time, and lesson 3 will be supporting your family members who also baby sit your delightful pup, so everyone stays focused and on the same page. His walking had improved out of site, to the point I needed to correct very little at lesson 2, so amazing, you've done a great job! See you soon for lesson 3 :-)
Thank you so much! There is nothing more stressful for an owner with a new puppy, than that feeling they can't be left alone! Miniature Schnauzer have a bad rep (sadly) for being barkers, but Couper responded to our gentle training methods with a positive body response, focus, and by the end of lesson one, we left him alone to no noise! In between lesson 1 and 2 I provided support and guidance as to how to lengthen the time, and lesson 3 will be supporting your family members who also baby sit your delightful pup, so everyone stays focused and on the same page. His walking had improved out of site, to the point I needed to correct very little at lesson 2, so amazing, you've done a great job! See you soon for lesson 3 :-)
19th December 2023 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Phillipa was a great help with Bailey. We were impressed how quickly Bailey responded.
Trainer note from Philippa
It was lovely to train with you and see Bailey respond so well. Helping with jumping, front door management, boundaries and lead walking. Keep up the good training and I look forward to the next time.
It was lovely to train with you and see Bailey respond so well. Helping with jumping, front door management, boundaries and lead walking. Keep up the good training and I look forward to the next time.
18th December 2023 - Ken Tran
Ken dealt with Barking, Chewing, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Ken keeps training very simple. He gives you 1 or 2 things to work on . If do follow all instructions the dog respinds.
17th December 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Other
Kelly was informative, helpful, had an amazing manner with our dogs and showed us what we were not understanding about how our girl was feeling. The training was very good. She left us with a clear blueprint for us to follow and answered all our questions with a smile and detailed pertinent information. We have already seen an improvement and look forward to seeing our dog feel more confident and comfortable in the future.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thank you so much! Even though we were only working with one, your whole pack improved with the simple changes we implemented, so everyone felt safe to be able to relax! Being heavily involved in the world of the equine, you both understand the need for calm and positive control, and our easy and kind programming exercises showed your gorgeous girl that "you've got this" and she doesn't need to worry - which has really helped her lack of eating (she looked amazing at lesson 2, her weight was so much better!). I am looking forward to seeing you at group training, as your next step forward, for more positive control in public :-) - well done!!
Thank you so much! Even though we were only working with one, your whole pack improved with the simple changes we implemented, so everyone felt safe to be able to relax! Being heavily involved in the world of the equine, you both understand the need for calm and positive control, and our easy and kind programming exercises showed your gorgeous girl that "you've got this" and she doesn't need to worry - which has really helped her lack of eating (she looked amazing at lesson 2, her weight was so much better!). I am looking forward to seeing you at group training, as your next step forward, for more positive control in public :-) - well done!!
16th December 2023 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Glen & Maureen dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling, Recall
Outstanding presentation in easy to understand language. Glen is an effective educator, and we can’t thank him enough for his assistance. We now have the tools to manage our beautiful little dog.
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
I am deeply humbled by your kind words, Thank you and keep up the great work.
I am deeply humbled by your kind words, Thank you and keep up the great work.
15th December 2023 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
I had Kelly come out to meet my stubborn frenchie. She instantly made me feel at ease and gave me so much confidence with training. I’m very excited to see the improvement and also to show Kelly how much lilah has improved! Kelly is very knowledgeable and is great at explaining the changes we need to make. I highly recommend for anyone who needs guidance with their training. Thank you Kelly 😊
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Michelle, she's a crack for sure! Child safety is so important, and when there is over the top exuberance, with a toddler, it usually ends in tears - thank you so much for inviting us in to assist before that happened! She is a fabulous dog, and to watch her focus and listen when our gentle methods were applied was awesome! First lesson focus was on jumping up, nipping, door racing, pulling on lead, and annoying your older border collie. I am looking forward to fine tuning this at lesson #2, and do walking work with distractions, so we can get her out and about on lead in a polite manner. Well done!
Thanks Michelle, she's a crack for sure! Child safety is so important, and when there is over the top exuberance, with a toddler, it usually ends in tears - thank you so much for inviting us in to assist before that happened! She is a fabulous dog, and to watch her focus and listen when our gentle methods were applied was awesome! First lesson focus was on jumping up, nipping, door racing, pulling on lead, and annoying your older border collie. I am looking forward to fine tuning this at lesson #2, and do walking work with distractions, so we can get her out and about on lead in a polite manner. Well done!