Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
1st April 2026 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Aggression, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Four days ago we had our initial training session with Phillipa. All five members of our three generational household were present. One of our main issues was adressed right from the beginning- agressive display at the door. A massive improvement has been displayed from there on! My trigger for doing the course, was one badly bruised face where my dog caught me off balance on a walk where she suddenly lunged for a little dog approaching on a narrow track. The dog was unhurt but frightened. Phillipa gave us the most brilliant collar and lead and demonstrated it's use in detail. Walks have been very peaceful since! We understand we have a way to go before approaching other dogs, but we have been taught and are practising how to be in charge in subtle ways which have led to a much less hyper, anxious dog, who is more settled and content- and it's only been four days!!!
Trainer note from Philippa
Thank you for the review. Great to hear that Dina a 3 year old American Staffi x Bull terrier is progressing well. She is no longer the decision maker in the household! Keep up the good training and we will look forward to many more calm walks with her pack leaders.
Thank you for the review. Great to hear that Dina a 3 year old American Staffi x Bull terrier is progressing well. She is no longer the decision maker in the household! Keep up the good training and we will look forward to many more calm walks with her pack leaders.
28th March 2026 - Ric Kennedy
Ric dealt with Barking, Recall
Ric was very clear with the training for Stevie. We train her everyday and she is like a different dog, hardly barking and getting better with her recall. I look after her sister a lot and she’s improving too. Thanks Ric for the difference that you’ve made with your training program and schedule.
Trainer note from Ric
Thank you so much for sharing this update. It’s wonderful to hear how well Stevie is responding to the training and that you’re seeing such a positive change in her barking and recall. Your consistency and commitment to the daily practice make all the difference, and it’s great to know her sister is benefiting too. I really appreciate your kind words about the program and training schedule. It’s been a pleasure supporting you, and I’m thrilled to see the progress you’ve created with both dogs. Looking forward to our next session soon. Kind Regards Ric
Thank you so much for sharing this update. It’s wonderful to hear how well Stevie is responding to the training and that you’re seeing such a positive change in her barking and recall. Your consistency and commitment to the daily practice make all the difference, and it’s great to know her sister is benefiting too. I really appreciate your kind words about the program and training schedule. It’s been a pleasure supporting you, and I’m thrilled to see the progress you’ve created with both dogs. Looking forward to our next session soon. Kind Regards Ric
28th March 2026 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Aggression, Barking, Recall, Other
I highly recommend Philippa Dakin from Bark Busters.
My Great Dane cross, Loki, had bitten two people, and I reached out to Philippa for her expert advice on his behaviour and training options. She responded immediately and quickly arranged a session, which gave me confidence right from the start.
By the end of our very first session, the transformation in Loki was incredible—he was calm, responsive, and following my commands. Philippa didn’t just train Loki; she empowered me with the knowledge and confidence to take control, rather than feeling like Loki was in control of me.
Through her expertise, it became clear that Loki is not a dangerous dog, but a misunderstood one. His biting behaviour was driven by fear, not aggression. Philippa provided a detailed report to the council, and as a result, the ranger withdrew the recommendation to have Loki declared a dangerous dog.
This training has truly been life-changing and worth every dollar. Knowing that Loki has lifetime support through Philippa gives me complete peace of mind.
I am beyond grateful and would highly recommend her to anyone needing help with their dog.
Trainer note from Philippa
Well Done Kylie. Good News. It was so rewarding to see Loki responding so well with trust and respect. Keep up the good training and speaking dog the Bark Busters way. I look forward to supporting you in the future.
Well Done Kylie. Good News. It was so rewarding to see Loki responding so well with trust and respect. Keep up the good training and speaking dog the Bark Busters way. I look forward to supporting you in the future.
27th March 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Jumping up, Toileting, Other
Loved talking with Kelly and learned so much about understanding dogs. My pup reacted very favourably to her direction and is responding well to training.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Ann! Yorkie's are so much fun, but when they start using teeth to communicate, not so much! Gorgeous Maisie needed some fine tuning with barking, door answering, jumping up and antisocial issues with both visitors and at the door. Seeing a calm, happy, confident pup at lesson 2 was incredible! You've done a great job with her training, not one bite since lesson one, and her whole demeanor has improved, without changing her adorable personality. Well done!
Thanks Ann! Yorkie's are so much fun, but when they start using teeth to communicate, not so much! Gorgeous Maisie needed some fine tuning with barking, door answering, jumping up and antisocial issues with both visitors and at the door. Seeing a calm, happy, confident pup at lesson 2 was incredible! You've done a great job with her training, not one bite since lesson one, and her whole demeanor has improved, without changing her adorable personality. Well done!
27th March 2026 - Sully Arghand
Sully dealt with Barking, Recall, Separation anxiety, Other
Sully is amazing working with both our dog and family! He explained everything we needed to know very well, and knew exactly how to help us understand our dog’s behaviours and body language. Sully was also very mindful of our dog’s limits (being an older dog and therefore tiring much easier) and it was a pleasure to work with him!
25th March 2026 - Kye Morris
Kye dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Kye was great. What he explained made sense and our GS responded immediately and has been getting better as we put the techniques into place.
19th March 2026 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Glen & Maureen dealt with Hyperactivity, Pulling, Other
We were feeling pretty desperate to find a dog trainer who could support us with our 7-month-old Rottweiler, especially with lead walking, scratching at the door, and improving his overall manners. Glenn provided a clear, easy-to-follow approach that made everything much more manageable. In just two hours at our home, we gained so much valuable insight and practical knowledge. We walked away feeling far more confident as dog owners, knowing we’re now using the right training techniques and, most importantly, ones that actually work. Thank you!
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
My absolute pleasure, super happy that Boston is listening and responding so well, remember to be consistent so he continues to learn.
My absolute pleasure, super happy that Boston is listening and responding so well, remember to be consistent so he continues to learn.
18th March 2026 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling
Cat has made a huge difference to the way we communicate with our dog in such a short time. From day one he was a different dog! 🐕 He no longer jumps at the door when visitors come - he stands back until he is allowed to greet, no longer pulls on the lead when walking and has a much calmer presence overall in the home. Totally worth the investment! Knowing Cat is a call or text away if we need help is invaluable. Thanks for enabling us to enjoy our dog at all times!
Trainer note from Catharina
Thank you for leaving a review Liane! Benni is a gorgeous 1 year old Bernedoodle, with a lovely personality, and it has been great to see you improve his behaviour so quickly by following our training plan. I look forward to hearing how he goes as you continue your training!
Thank you for leaving a review Liane! Benni is a gorgeous 1 year old Bernedoodle, with a lovely personality, and it has been great to see you improve his behaviour so quickly by following our training plan. I look forward to hearing how he goes as you continue your training!
15th March 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Recall
we found Kelly very professional and wasted no time in showing us how to stop patch from barking so far day 3 it's still working still a long road to go but we feel that he will seceed and so will we .
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks so much - for a small dog, he was certainly causing a lot of stress with his barking and over guarding. I was thrilled to see Patch respond to our calm and gentle methods, so quickly, at the first lesson, and with consistency, he will continue to become a more relaxed companion. Well done!
Thanks so much - for a small dog, he was certainly causing a lot of stress with his barking and over guarding. I was thrilled to see Patch respond to our calm and gentle methods, so quickly, at the first lesson, and with consistency, he will continue to become a more relaxed companion. Well done!
14th March 2026 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Aggression, Barking, Recall
We are impressed with Philippa's knowledge and approach. She took all the
time needed to analyse our situation and propose a tailored training plan to
address the reactivity issues with our dog, which was our main concern.
She also proposed to improve behaviour around leash walking, recall and stay.
Our dog, a 5 year old Kelpie cross responds well to the training methods. The
training plan consists of daily short specific exercises based on "passively"
establishing leadership and no-treats positive feedback. Our dog
respond well to this approach and seems happier and more relaxed now.
We're looking forward to our second session with Philippa.
Trainer note from Philippa
Zuri a 5 year old Female Kelpie x rescue, loves being understood by her new pack leaders. Learning to relax with firm fair and friendly guidance. Doing it the way dogs do it. Positively rewarding the behaviour you want without using food. Keep up the good progress Zuri!
Zuri a 5 year old Female Kelpie x rescue, loves being understood by her new pack leaders. Learning to relax with firm fair and friendly guidance. Doing it the way dogs do it. Positively rewarding the behaviour you want without using food. Keep up the good progress Zuri!
12th March 2026 - Martin Blattman
Martin dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling
We were very pleased how much we achieved in our first lesson and the changes in Cruz
Trainer note from Martin
Thanks Brett for your review. I'm glad you're pleased and what we achieved with Cruz so far, keep up the great work and looking forward to our next lesson.
Thanks Brett for your review. I'm glad you're pleased and what we achieved with Cruz so far, keep up the great work and looking forward to our next lesson.
11th March 2026 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
I have just started my journey with Bark Busters, and i have not been dissappointed, Maureen is a brilliant trainer, she is thorough, kind and caring and really helps bring out the best in all dogs, My pup has been absolutely brilliant thanks to all the help from Bark Busters, i couldnt recommend Maureen enough. 🐶🐶🐶
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
What a stunning boy Django is, and such a quick learner, I am so happy you are seeing results with him, Good Job.
What a stunning boy Django is, and such a quick learner, I am so happy you are seeing results with him, Good Job.