Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
25th March 2020 - Michelle Reay
Michelle dealt with Barking, Pulling
We had a wonderful experience with Michelle. Her training methods were gentle and effective and my dogs seemed to really respond well. I now feel armed with the tools I need to curb my dogs' behaviour issues. We would highly recommend her to other dog owners.
Trainer note from Michelle
It was a pleasure to work with you, and your beautiful playful pair of Groodles - Hazel & Judy. They both responded really well to the training - focusing on you and listening well. Keep up the great work with your practice sessions and you'll have the barking under control and be enjoying a pleasurable walk in no time!
It was a pleasure to work with you, and your beautiful playful pair of Groodles - Hazel & Judy. They both responded really well to the training - focusing on you and listening well. Keep up the great work with your practice sessions and you'll have the barking under control and be enjoying a pleasurable walk in no time!
22nd March 2020 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Barking, Recall, Separation anxiety
The difference has been immediate and it is so valuable to finally take the guess work out of the issues we’ve been having. This stuff isn’t on YouTube or on google and it seriously is amazing. It has changed our lives. We can finally have a cuddle without being barked at and we are well on our way to improving so many other things. Jane is lovely, attentive and picks up on the subtlest of behaviours (in how we are acting too) and I’m so glad she came into our lives!
Trainer note from Head Office
Thank you so much for inviting me to help you with Cooper & Clover:)) Being able to hug each other without the furry kids getting anxious was so cool and just watching all of you walking together was a joy!! Keep it up guys, Awesome:))
Thank you so much for inviting me to help you with Cooper & Clover:)) Being able to hug each other without the furry kids getting anxious was so cool and just watching all of you walking together was a joy!! Keep it up guys, Awesome:))
21st March 2020 - Todd Morris
Todd dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Sibling rivalry
Very helpful in immediately understanding how to be pack leader.
Trainer note from Todd
Vinny a 1 year old male Golden Labrador and he was rescued at about 7 months. His start to life has been difficult with him travelling all the way to Western Australia and then coming back to the breeder in New South Wales when the person in Western Australia surrendered him. A lovely dog he was suffering some separation anxiety and becoming demanding in attention-seeking and barking. He responded brilliantly to his first lesson today. Well done Vinny.
Vinny a 1 year old male Golden Labrador and he was rescued at about 7 months. His start to life has been difficult with him travelling all the way to Western Australia and then coming back to the breeder in New South Wales when the person in Western Australia surrendered him. A lovely dog he was suffering some separation anxiety and becoming demanding in attention-seeking and barking. He responded brilliantly to his first lesson today. Well done Vinny.
20th March 2020 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Other
My dog was always jumping on people, barking and with my new son was getting aggressive. Kelly showed us techniques we can use to control his behaviour and now we when visitors come over they are surprised by the difference in his behaviour. Around my now 5 month old son he hardly even pays him attention anymore and if he does he keeps his distance and isn't aggressive towards him now.
Trainer note from Kelly
Tard is such a dude! With working breeds in his make up (Border Collie x) we had to get his brain engaged so he could relax, and I was so impressed with how much he had improved between lessons! Thank you to you and your family for following through with the daily programming, and other recommendations, you have done a wonderful job (child safety is so important, and it is so great he is so much calmer.
Tard is such a dude! With working breeds in his make up (Border Collie x) we had to get his brain engaged so he could relax, and I was so impressed with how much he had improved between lessons! Thank you to you and your family for following through with the daily programming, and other recommendations, you have done a wonderful job (child safety is so important, and it is so great he is so much calmer.
18th March 2020 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Puppy management
Faith’s affinity for and love of dogs was apparent the moment she walked in the door. The Bark Busters techniques and instructions she demonstrated are sensible and clear and we are seeing a positive response from our pup in a relatively short period of time. Knowing that Faith will continue to support our efforts is very reassuring as we do our “homework” with Milo.
Trainer note from Head Office
You have the most beautiful pup and Milo is heading toward being the very best he can be!
You have the most beautiful pup and Milo is heading toward being the very best he can be!
18th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall, Other
Awesome, simply awesome. We've seen huge improvements after the first session and would definitely recommend
Trainer note from Emma
Murphy, the stunning 6 month old Golden Retriever, was pushing the boundaries & with a newborn baby at home it was time to get him on the right track, so his family called Bark Busters for help. During our first session we covered: - Recall - Answering the front door - Pulling on the lead - Jumping - Barking - Digging - Stealing things - Pestering for food - Boundary control around the kitchen & bedrooms Murphy and his family did a great job & we saw a huge transformation in his behaviour. Looking forward to seeing his continued progress and having him join us at our park sessions too.
Murphy, the stunning 6 month old Golden Retriever, was pushing the boundaries & with a newborn baby at home it was time to get him on the right track, so his family called Bark Busters for help. During our first session we covered: - Recall - Answering the front door - Pulling on the lead - Jumping - Barking - Digging - Stealing things - Pestering for food - Boundary control around the kitchen & bedrooms Murphy and his family did a great job & we saw a huge transformation in his behaviour. Looking forward to seeing his continued progress and having him join us at our park sessions too.
18th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry, Other
We would highly recommend Bark Busters! Our miniature bulldog Glen was completely out of control as were the humans at this point. Emma was just brilliant from the moment she walked through the gate. The change in Glen has been instant with the very easy techniques she has taught us. He is just so calm and now actually listens. The ongoing training and support are a fantastic advantage.??
Trainer note from Emma
Like his mum says, Glen was out of control when they called for help. He was ruling the house & everyone in it, and his behaviour was going from bad to worse. However, what may have seemed like an impossible task, to turn his behaviour around, started in the very first session. Glen was extremely aggressive towards visitors arriving at the house, so once we had passed that hurdle we sat down and wrote a list of issues which included: - Visitors Arriving - Family members leaving - Barking - Crying - Jumping - Aggression over possessions - Separation Anxiety - Rushing through doorways - Pulling on the lead - Refusing to get off people's beds when told & reacting aggressively - Not coming when called - Not sitting or staying when told - Stealing things - Nipping and mouthing - Chewing - Behaviour & Safety around the swimming pool Glen's list was comprehensive, but his family were committed to making the change for them as much as for Glen, so we set to work. By the end of the session we had seen a massive turn around in Glen's behaviour & his family had a training plan to work to. At our follow up session a few weeks later Glen was like a different dog, his family still had a bit of work to do, but he was 1000x better than the first time I arrived. They had done such an amazing job our main focus for this session was recall with distractions, and pool safety with behaviour in and out of the pool. Fantastic work guys. :)
Like his mum says, Glen was out of control when they called for help. He was ruling the house & everyone in it, and his behaviour was going from bad to worse. However, what may have seemed like an impossible task, to turn his behaviour around, started in the very first session. Glen was extremely aggressive towards visitors arriving at the house, so once we had passed that hurdle we sat down and wrote a list of issues which included: - Visitors Arriving - Family members leaving - Barking - Crying - Jumping - Aggression over possessions - Separation Anxiety - Rushing through doorways - Pulling on the lead - Refusing to get off people's beds when told & reacting aggressively - Not coming when called - Not sitting or staying when told - Stealing things - Nipping and mouthing - Chewing - Behaviour & Safety around the swimming pool Glen's list was comprehensive, but his family were committed to making the change for them as much as for Glen, so we set to work. By the end of the session we had seen a massive turn around in Glen's behaviour & his family had a training plan to work to. At our follow up session a few weeks later Glen was like a different dog, his family still had a bit of work to do, but he was 1000x better than the first time I arrived. They had done such an amazing job our main focus for this session was recall with distractions, and pool safety with behaviour in and out of the pool. Fantastic work guys. :)
14th March 2020 - Stefanie Budiman
Stefanie dealt with Aggression, Pulling
We adopted a beautiful American Staffy but had issues controlling her on walks. Stef has made what we thought would be impossible a reality! Our girl now listens to us thanks to Stef and we look forward to future training and development.
Trainer note from Stefanie
Thanks Niamh! Sweet rescue staffy Stella has certainly come a long way! It is really heartwarming to see her be in such a loving home with committed pawrents! Well done establishing leadership and also toning down her reactivity. We will continue to monitor her progress and improve it with time. Please keep up the great work!
Thanks Niamh! Sweet rescue staffy Stella has certainly come a long way! It is really heartwarming to see her be in such a loving home with committed pawrents! Well done establishing leadership and also toning down her reactivity. We will continue to monitor her progress and improve it with time. Please keep up the great work!
13th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Chewing, Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry, Other
Absolutely brilliant Jett is much calmer and relaxed which is so good for him. Training was simple and they really understand what was best for Jett first and foremost then what we were doing wrong.
Trainer note from Emma
Jett is a 20 month old Blue Heeler x Kelpie, who had been up to no good for a while. Jett’s mum originally called Bark Busters due to complaints from neighbours, & the ranger being in touch, regarding his barking. During Jett’s first speak dog session we worked on his severe separation anxiety along with addressing: - Barking - Jumping - Pulling on the lead - Putting him outside - Sit & Stay - Recall - Excessive sniffing on walks - Jumping at the door - Answering the front door -[ Digging & chewing - Stealing slippers & socks Jett’s family did a great job & we saw big improvements in Jett straight away. Keep up the great work guys.
Jett is a 20 month old Blue Heeler x Kelpie, who had been up to no good for a while. Jett’s mum originally called Bark Busters due to complaints from neighbours, & the ranger being in touch, regarding his barking. During Jett’s first speak dog session we worked on his severe separation anxiety along with addressing: - Barking - Jumping - Pulling on the lead - Putting him outside - Sit & Stay - Recall - Excessive sniffing on walks - Jumping at the door - Answering the front door -[ Digging & chewing - Stealing slippers & socks Jett’s family did a great job & we saw big improvements in Jett straight away. Keep up the great work guys.
13th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Other
Simple training techniques that work! 110% recommend, Emma made us feel very comfortable and the training techniques were easy to learn and easy to stay consistent with ! Have built a trust with my big but beautiful doggo that I didn’t think was possible
Trainer note from Emma
Willow is a 3 year old American Bulldog x Boxer x Mastiff, who due to a change in family circumstances had found herself moving into a new home with another dog & where there are often children - both new experiences for her. Worried about Willow's aggressive behaviour towards other dogs Willow's mum called Bark Busters to help manage this new situation. During our first session we worked on gaining Willow's focus and having her calm & relaxed around the other dog. We also addressed: - Barking - Jumping - Pulling on the lead - Recall - Sit & Stay - Dog reactivity whilst walking - Behaviour around doorways - Going to her bed when told - Behaviour around children Willow's mum did a great job & we saw an immediate improvement in Willow's behaviour.
Willow is a 3 year old American Bulldog x Boxer x Mastiff, who due to a change in family circumstances had found herself moving into a new home with another dog & where there are often children - both new experiences for her. Worried about Willow's aggressive behaviour towards other dogs Willow's mum called Bark Busters to help manage this new situation. During our first session we worked on gaining Willow's focus and having her calm & relaxed around the other dog. We also addressed: - Barking - Jumping - Pulling on the lead - Recall - Sit & Stay - Dog reactivity whilst walking - Behaviour around doorways - Going to her bed when told - Behaviour around children Willow's mum did a great job & we saw an immediate improvement in Willow's behaviour.
13th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Other
Amazing! Just one session with Emma has already given us instant results at home! I couldn’t recommend Emma and the bark busters team enough for giving us the help to bring our dog back to a beautiful and well mannered part of the family
Trainer note from Emma
Ollie is a stunning 4 year old Swiss Shepherd, and his mum initially called Bark Busters to help with his dog reactive behaviour. Unfortunately Ollie had been attacked by other dogs numerous times whilst he was growing up & this had left him with quite severe dog reactivity. To help Ollie to get over his fear of being attacked and be able to relax, we showed his mum how to take the lead and show Ollie that she was in charge and would protect him. We also dealt with Ollie's pulling on the lead & not coming when called, and his attention seeking behaviour & behaviour around the front door too. :) Ollie's mum did a great job & with her consistency & Bark Busters support Ollie will continue to improve.
Ollie is a stunning 4 year old Swiss Shepherd, and his mum initially called Bark Busters to help with his dog reactive behaviour. Unfortunately Ollie had been attacked by other dogs numerous times whilst he was growing up & this had left him with quite severe dog reactivity. To help Ollie to get over his fear of being attacked and be able to relax, we showed his mum how to take the lead and show Ollie that she was in charge and would protect him. We also dealt with Ollie's pulling on the lead & not coming when called, and his attention seeking behaviour & behaviour around the front door too. :) Ollie's mum did a great job & with her consistency & Bark Busters support Ollie will continue to improve.
13th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Chewing, Digging, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Other
Instant results! Emma is amazing and really simple techniques work.
Trainer note from Emma
Ella the 6 month old American Bulldog x American Staffy was up to no good, and as she was already growing into a BIG girl her family knew it was time for help, so they called Bark Busters. Her mum's biggest concern was Ella's dominant and sometimes aggressive behaviour towards her 5 year old Maltese x Shih Tzu brother. During our first session along with her behaviour towards her brother we dealt with: - Barking - Jumping - Pulling on the lead - Answering the front door - Destructive behaviour - Recall - Visitors arriving - Recall We saw an instant turn around in Ella's behaviour & I cannot wait to see her continue to progress. :)
Ella the 6 month old American Bulldog x American Staffy was up to no good, and as she was already growing into a BIG girl her family knew it was time for help, so they called Bark Busters. Her mum's biggest concern was Ella's dominant and sometimes aggressive behaviour towards her 5 year old Maltese x Shih Tzu brother. During our first session along with her behaviour towards her brother we dealt with: - Barking - Jumping - Pulling on the lead - Answering the front door - Destructive behaviour - Recall - Visitors arriving - Recall We saw an instant turn around in Ella's behaviour & I cannot wait to see her continue to progress. :)