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Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials

18th November 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Other

Amazing result. Philippa was very calm and professional and we couldn’t be happier

- M.B, Farrer (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Great to have the opportunity to train with you and Lovely Milo girl. Well done to all and keep speaking dog!

6th November 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Aggression, Barking

We had a great experience working with Philippa to improve our mini dachshund Bruno’s behaviour. She was knowledgeable and easy to work with, offering practical tips and tools that made a real difference, especially with Bruno’s door manners and barking. We've already seen noticeable improvements, and we feel much more confident managing his behaviour. Highly recommend Philippa to anyone looking for effective, compassionate dog training!

- A.L, Canberra (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Thank you for the review. Great to see results when following through with the training. Well done! Welcome Bruno to the Bark Busters family. we are always here to support.

2nd November 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling

Our Bordoodle Barney had developed some behavioural problems including lots of barking and madly running about in response to a range of stimuli, and had injured himself as a result. Philippa's first visit provided instant results. From that day Barney has been calmer and quieter. We continue to use the approach she demonstrated to us, and have found it to be very effective. While his behaviour has improved a lot, he continues to test us from time to time, but now we know what to do.

- I.G, Canberra (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Thank you for your feedback. Well done to follow through with the Bark Busters training with lovely 7 year old Barney and see the improvements. With lifetime support we are always there to support you.

11th October 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

We have gone through 3 previous dog trainers and anxiety medication to try assist with behavioral issues without success. After the first lesson which went for 3 hours it’s been an instant change in our dog for the better. We rarely have behavioural issues, we can put her in her crate without her barking constantly, we can now have guests over and she remains calm. I can’t recommend it enough

- J.B, Act (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
We are so pleased to be able to help Daisy your rescue French Bull Dog with her reactive behaviours. She is loving being retired from being boss lady, learning to relax in her crate and listen to her leaders. Well done!

10th October 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Barking, Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Puppy management, Recall, Separation anxiety, Toileting

Amazing how much my dogs changed during the first session. It shocked me! They actually listened to me. SO GOOD

- M.H, CANBERRA (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Lovely to see both Zuko a Spoodle pup, and Winnie a Cavoodle respond so well to the training. Helping with crate training, jumping, puppy management and Lead walking. Keep up the good training. Well done to all!

22nd September 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Barking, Puppy management

Phillipa was extremely professional. She was very calm and had so much knowledge & experience in dogs . We felt at ease the moment she walked thru our door. She took her time to explain everything we would cover in this session . She even had videos which helped us understand the procedures we would use . Freddie responded to Phillipa with heaps of enthusiasm . We found her to be extremely nurturing and full of empathy and compassion for Freddie’s and Mikaylas recent incident . I am confident this is just a stepping stone to use to get Freddie & Mikayla back on daily walks. One of our neighbours stopped me when I was doing the training homework and she had noticed how calm and relaxed Freddie was compared to normal . Of course I told her it was because of our outstanding Trainer Phillipa. Thank you to Kelly also for assisting us with our booking . We feel very grateful for all of you making Freddie’s forever home ( instead of the alternative- we were facing ) . We love our dog and couldn’t think about giving him up after we rescued him from the RSPCA . A million thanks to all at this amazing business .

- C.B, Queanbeyan (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Thank you for your review. I am so pleased that we can help Freddie and Mikayla to go forward after being attacked by a large dog in the street as they walked along on a walk. Keep speaking dog and I look forward to supporting you in the future with our Lifetime training guarantee.

16th September 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Aggression, Pulling

Philippa was everything I needed to help me with my two kelpies coming off property to urban life. She didn’t just demonstrate and train them but educate myself for a much greater result and happier dogs

- P.M, Dickson, Canberra (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Thank you for inviting Bark Busters to help with Ally and Taz as they adapt to urban life. They have chosen the best leaders. helping with reactivity in the street, loose lead walking and more. Lovely dogs!

28th August 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry

Both boys have made dramatic improvements in a short time, still room for improvement but they are definitely moving in the right direction

- K.K, Rivett (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Chevy the Red Cattle Dog and Beau the Border Collie did so well. Helping with Distance control, boundaries, visitor manners and lead walking. Well done for embracing the training and great to see both dogs respond so well. The speaking dog journey has begun!

27th August 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Digging, Pulling, Recall, Other

Philippa provided exceptional training skills to help support our 8mth very anxious border collie. She gave clarity and confidence about how to best train our young dog that we saw had an immediate and positive impact on our dog's behaviour. We have since kept up the training schedule provided and continue to see improvements with obedience and overall reduction in our dog's anxiety. We highly recommend Philippa from Bark Busters to anyone who wants confidence to invest in their dog's future.

- N.S, Canberra (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Thank you for choosing Bark Busters to help with Dolly's behaviour and training. Well done for welcoming her into your pack. Such a lovely but timid girl. Great to see her responding and building confidence and trust with recall, hands, and her good kind leaders. Keep up the good training and I look forward to the next visit. With Lifetime support we are always here to help with training.

12th August 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Barking, Chewing, Jumping up, Puppy management, Recall, Toileting

Philippa was amazing! She was greeted at the door by my new puppy and my elder chihuahua with nonstop barking. Before she was even in the door, she had gently quieted the cacophony and was able to introduce herself. It was truly amazing! She spent time with me explaining the program, roleplaying the training and giving great advice. Training practice takes only a few minutes for both me and my pup, and I can see a gradual difference in her behaviour every day. Thankyou Philippa for helping me restore order to the household.

- K.F, Nowra (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Abby a 14 week Miniature Dachshund is learning to put her best paw forward. Great to see her respond so well and enjoy the training. Great work Karen!

10th August 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Recall

very happy with first lesson

- f.w, tapitallee (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
Aubie a 6 year old Jug is learning to relax and accept a beautiful new baby in the family. Well done Aubie and his kind leaders.

31st July 2025 - Philippa Dakin

Philippa dealt with Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

My husband and I were pleasantly surprised and impressed at how effective the training methods are. By the end of our session we had already seen some improvement with our 2 dogs Skye and shadow aged 4 and 2 years who have never had any training. We still got ways to go but we have more confidence in ourselves and our dogs now because of our wonderful trainer Philippa.

- T.W, Bungendore (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Philippa
It was a pleasure to train with you and Shadow a Siberian Husky and Sky a Beagle, learning to put the best paw forward. It was great to see them responding so well. Well done! I look forward to supporting you on the journey.

 

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