Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
30th August 2023 - Laura Burton
Laura dealt with Barking, Sibling rivalry
We have had two sessions so far with Laura. We have seen an improvement in the barking and our boy no longer goes crazy when we pick up the keys. Small improvements that keep getting bigger and better. Laura has been patient and the boys react to her well. Would highly recommend Laura if you are at a loss and no longer know how to rectify the behavior.
Trainer note from Laura
Hi Cassandra, Thank you for the great review it was great to see the progress that you have all made yesterday. I am looking forward to our next session and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Many Thanks, Laura
Hi Cassandra, Thank you for the great review it was great to see the progress that you have all made yesterday. I am looking forward to our next session and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Many Thanks, Laura
30th August 2023 - Michelle Howell
Michelle dealt with Jumping up, Puppy management, Recall
We had a good idea of what we were supposed to do to train Duke, but as you pointed out just weren't quite putting it together properly. Hence the frustrating stubbornness and behaviour escalations we were experiencing.
Since the 4 hours with you, we've been able to eat family meals at the table in relative peace, we've not had to put him outside for repeated bad behaviour and he's been really response and interested in the ongoing training. Doesn't hesitate to put his training collar on.
I can appreciate that sustained effort is going to be necessary to achieve our desired outcomes long term. But we can't thank you enough for setting us up for success. Highly recommend your services, worth every cent of the investment made. Thanks Michelle.
30th August 2023 - Jakob Mandalinic
Jakob dealt with Puppy management
Jakob was a great trainer. Very informative and knowledgeable. Our dog responded easily to the training techniques.
Trainer note from Jakob
Thank You Rita and family! It was a pleasure to meet your family these past few days! It was a pleasure to meet you all. It was a pleasure to work with Cookie. Thank You all for being great listeners and very quick learners. Thank You for thinking outside the box in that you sorted professional guidance. Thank You for choosing Barkbusters Australia. It was all about going back to nature - how Cookie's mother related and communicated with Cookie when he was just a pup. This communication is lost for every dog that comes into a human home. The art of communication is lost. We just needed to re-introduce that lost language - where we can start the communication process over again. This serves Cookie very well - in that in his brain there is a recall of what seemed a lost art from the canine family to the human family. And from that point on - it is all natural again. I look forward to being on the journey with your pack/family particularly with Cookie. That he may be the dog he was born to be in the pack/family he was born to be in! Jakob. Barkbusters Australia. Changing one dog at a time in helping to make this world a better place.
Thank You Rita and family! It was a pleasure to meet your family these past few days! It was a pleasure to meet you all. It was a pleasure to work with Cookie. Thank You all for being great listeners and very quick learners. Thank You for thinking outside the box in that you sorted professional guidance. Thank You for choosing Barkbusters Australia. It was all about going back to nature - how Cookie's mother related and communicated with Cookie when he was just a pup. This communication is lost for every dog that comes into a human home. The art of communication is lost. We just needed to re-introduce that lost language - where we can start the communication process over again. This serves Cookie very well - in that in his brain there is a recall of what seemed a lost art from the canine family to the human family. And from that point on - it is all natural again. I look forward to being on the journey with your pack/family particularly with Cookie. That he may be the dog he was born to be in the pack/family he was born to be in! Jakob. Barkbusters Australia. Changing one dog at a time in helping to make this world a better place.
29th August 2023 - Jakob Mandalinic
Jakob dealt with Barking, Chewing, Digging, Jumping up, Sibling rivalry
From the moment Jakob entered the house I knew I had made the right decision. We have a two and a half year old female dobermann who has experienced a few changes in her short life, my husband returning to work and has become so very close to me, every one knows this breed are Velcro dogs!!!
I acknowledged to Jakob during our comprehensive discussion prior to his visit that she has become boss, and in part have overcomromised and allowed this to happen.
Well it's been only 6 days since his visit and we're diligently working with her, speaking her language, and what a notable difference 6 days make! OMGAs Jakob continues to reassure me, we're taking those baby steps.
I would absolutely recommend
Jakob in guiding you and your muck loved fur baby to have the best relationship ever
P.S have ticked only the boxes we've worked on to date. Have more to work on
Trainer note from Jakob
Thank You Debbie for your wonderful review gathered from our short time together. It was the longest first lesson I've ever had. However I believe that we both feel that it was warranted and required as all dogs are different, just as humans are. Each case has its own merits and that is where the work begins. As I tell all my clients - there is no magic here - and I could not do the work without you - especially after I leave our first lesson together. As you say - there is still work to be done - for Grace to be the canine companion she was born to be in your pack/family. Baby steps!!! I applaud you for trusting Barkbusters Australia with your family. Thank you for trusting myself. Together we will achieve our goals however long it takes. That is our mission. To help make this planet a better place one dog - one family - one pack at a time. You were the catalyst for the change Debbie - and for that I am forever grateful for your vision.
Thank You Debbie for your wonderful review gathered from our short time together. It was the longest first lesson I've ever had. However I believe that we both feel that it was warranted and required as all dogs are different, just as humans are. Each case has its own merits and that is where the work begins. As I tell all my clients - there is no magic here - and I could not do the work without you - especially after I leave our first lesson together. As you say - there is still work to be done - for Grace to be the canine companion she was born to be in your pack/family. Baby steps!!! I applaud you for trusting Barkbusters Australia with your family. Thank you for trusting myself. Together we will achieve our goals however long it takes. That is our mission. To help make this planet a better place one dog - one family - one pack at a time. You were the catalyst for the change Debbie - and for that I am forever grateful for your vision.
29th August 2023 - Michelle Reay
Michelle dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry
I would highly recommend the training I have received from Barkbusters via Michelle Reay. I have found her competent, reliable, flexible and very approachable and her firmness coupled with gentleness has worked wonders for Kiki in a short time. I have appreciated her patience with my shortcomings and know that Kiki and I would not have done so well as part of a training group.
Trainer note from Michelle
Thank you for taking the time to do the review, it has been a pleasure working with you and Kiki - helping calm down his excitement with people and helping you to enjoy your walks together. Keep consistent with your practice and you will continue to improve.
Thank you for taking the time to do the review, it has been a pleasure working with you and Kiki - helping calm down his excitement with people and helping you to enjoy your walks together. Keep consistent with your practice and you will continue to improve.
28th August 2023 - Laura Burton
Laura dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Other
LOVED THE TRAINING, LEARNT A LOT.
ALREADY PRACTICING
Trainer note from Laura
Hi Glenda, Thank you for the review and keep up the good work. Cheers, Laura
Hi Glenda, Thank you for the review and keep up the good work. Cheers, Laura
28th August 2023 - Kristie Toombs
Kristie dealt with Jumping up
Very prompt and on time explain everything to me in layman’s terms
Trainer note from Kristie
Eugine and Kathy were fantastic in following instructions and Rocco responded very qu8ickly to the training. He is on his way to becoming an extremely well behaved doggie.
Eugine and Kathy were fantastic in following instructions and Rocco responded very qu8ickly to the training. He is on his way to becoming an extremely well behaved doggie.
27th August 2023 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
After trying my best with my new puppy but not really knowing what I’m doing I knew it was time to call in the professionals (Catharina) exceeded all my expectations her professionalism and knowledge on doggy training was outstanding and even after 1 session my pup is already doing so much better, do your self a favour if you have a dog that your struggling with give Cat a call couldn’t recommend enough we have even booked in our old dog who could do with a little bit of training
Trainer note from Catharina
Thanks for leaving a review Mikayla!! It was so great to see the change in Teddy (1 year old Mastiff x Dane) in just a couple of hours! I am confident we will be able to build on your good work at our next lesson and address his dog reactivity and recall with distractions :) Great work!! I look forward to helping you with Zina and thank you for entrusting me in the behavioural training with both of your dogs after you saw the change in Teddy's behaviour :)
Thanks for leaving a review Mikayla!! It was so great to see the change in Teddy (1 year old Mastiff x Dane) in just a couple of hours! I am confident we will be able to build on your good work at our next lesson and address his dog reactivity and recall with distractions :) Great work!! I look forward to helping you with Zina and thank you for entrusting me in the behavioural training with both of your dogs after you saw the change in Teddy's behaviour :)
26th August 2023 - Stefanie Budiman
Stefanie dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling
Steph has been fantastic, we have seen amazing improvements in Joey’s behaviour and he is calmer and less anxious
Trainer note from Stefanie
Thanks Anne! Joey is a lovely boy to work with and has come so far in a short time! Well done on that progress, keep it up!
Thanks Anne! Joey is a lovely boy to work with and has come so far in a short time! Well done on that progress, keep it up!
26th August 2023 - Michelle Reay
Michelle dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall
Very enjoyable training session with a very knowledgeable trainer. Started as soon as she walked in the gate. Explaining all methods used and listened to our concerns, offering pointers to address concerns. Looking forward to our follow up consultation. Thankyou Michelle.
Trainer note from Michelle
It was great to see Lennie improve over the training sessions and hear that he was more calm around the grandchildren. Keep up your consistent leadership practice and conscious interactions with Lennie and he will continue to respond better and improve.
It was great to see Lennie improve over the training sessions and hear that he was more calm around the grandchildren. Keep up your consistent leadership practice and conscious interactions with Lennie and he will continue to respond better and improve.
26th August 2023 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Puppy management, Recall, Sibling rivalry, Toileting
My husband and l are very grateful we found Bark Busters. We like the natural approach teaching our puppy. Our first session with Cat was great. We learned already heaps. The tips and techniques are very helpful. We can see already a difference in our Lily. We still have to learn lots but are sure with the support from Cat that we will get there 😊 thanks heaps Cat! We look forward to working with you!
Trainer note from Catharina
Thank you for leaving a review! It was a pleasure to work with you and Lily la Reina (9 week old Min Dachshund) and help you with toilet training, mouthing, basic lead training, recall and general puppy management. When you can start at a young age and guide them to the behaviour you would like it can be very rewarding. I look forward to seeing her progress at our next lesson!
Thank you for leaving a review! It was a pleasure to work with you and Lily la Reina (9 week old Min Dachshund) and help you with toilet training, mouthing, basic lead training, recall and general puppy management. When you can start at a young age and guide them to the behaviour you would like it can be very rewarding. I look forward to seeing her progress at our next lesson!
25th August 2023 - Jakob Mandalinic
Jakob dealt with Aggression, Hyperactivity, Sibling rivalry
My wife and l were very pleased with our first session with Jakob. The tips and techniques he taught us have been invaluable in teaching Buffy....and us, where everyone in the pack should be and what is acceptable behaviour. Looking forward immensely to working with Jakob in the near future and beyond.
Trainer note from Jakob
I am very pleased that you were both very patient with myself. The techniques, the tips, the knowledge, are natural. My favourite part is that we work together for the lifetime of Buffy. All dogs are different. Buffy has had a tumultuous start to life. Abandoned at a shelter, for the owners did not want to deal with Buffy cause they could not communicate with him/ or did not want to have him for one reason or another. It really breaks one's heart. I am very happy and pleased that you Chris and Marie gave this soul a loving home. Now I give you my life time service for your pack. I feel it's more than just a one of thing - one of lesson. Or a package of lessons. It really is a responsibility just as parents have to their children in their stages of growth. Thank you for entrusting Barkbusters with your family. We are the biggest in the world for a reason. Every season. Again - it's humans such as yourselves that make this planet a worthwhile place to thrive not just survive and fill the edges of the envelope with hope! More importantly - I could not do this without you! Jakob
I am very pleased that you were both very patient with myself. The techniques, the tips, the knowledge, are natural. My favourite part is that we work together for the lifetime of Buffy. All dogs are different. Buffy has had a tumultuous start to life. Abandoned at a shelter, for the owners did not want to deal with Buffy cause they could not communicate with him/ or did not want to have him for one reason or another. It really breaks one's heart. I am very happy and pleased that you Chris and Marie gave this soul a loving home. Now I give you my life time service for your pack. I feel it's more than just a one of thing - one of lesson. Or a package of lessons. It really is a responsibility just as parents have to their children in their stages of growth. Thank you for entrusting Barkbusters with your family. We are the biggest in the world for a reason. Every season. Again - it's humans such as yourselves that make this planet a worthwhile place to thrive not just survive and fill the edges of the envelope with hope! More importantly - I could not do this without you! Jakob