Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
3rd November 2024 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Digging, Hyperactivity, Pulling
Kelly was extremely helpful and kind during the first lesson. So much information was given. To truly understand what my boy needs has been a big insight to what I need to change . She was so lovely to talk to and has made the decision to take this opportunity so much easier to take on board.. I think there was an overload of information, but I know I can contact Kelly at anytime for her help.
First session was so much more than I expected. I am so grateful to have met her, And can't wait to see what I can achieve with my beautiful Hudson 💙
Trainer note from Kelly
Your dogs are so wonderful! Having a dog that is storm phobic, and panic escapes, is terrifying for the owner (and how ironic that our first lesson was in the middle of a thunderstorm LOL!). Thank you for allowing me to assist with Hudson's training, he responded like a dream. Being a herding breed, if you don't get given a job, they will make one, so working his brain to allow him to relax was very important. Lesson 2 was literally perfect, you have both followed through with consistent training, and his road walking was amazing! Go you! The plan for lesson 3 is walking with distractions and dog part entry manners, which I am looking forward to. Well done to you both!
Your dogs are so wonderful! Having a dog that is storm phobic, and panic escapes, is terrifying for the owner (and how ironic that our first lesson was in the middle of a thunderstorm LOL!). Thank you for allowing me to assist with Hudson's training, he responded like a dream. Being a herding breed, if you don't get given a job, they will make one, so working his brain to allow him to relax was very important. Lesson 2 was literally perfect, you have both followed through with consistent training, and his road walking was amazing! Go you! The plan for lesson 3 is walking with distractions and dog part entry manners, which I am looking forward to. Well done to you both!
2nd November 2024 - Kath Gnech
Kath dealt with Aggression, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Kath was absolutely excellent with our wayward rescue dog, Tonka. Her explanations of his behaviour problems were clear and make complete sense, and the strategies that she recommended were immediately effective. In fact, the change in his demeanour and behaviour were striking. We still have a lot of work to do, but I'm finally getting back my optimism that we can have a dog we really enjoy being around.
Trainer note from Kath
Thankyou! It's great to see Tonka happy and thriving in his adopted home! Like most Staffy's his approach to life can be pretty full on and directing his behaviour toward the right path will get him bouncing in the right direction. I look forward to hearing of his progress!
Thankyou! It's great to see Tonka happy and thriving in his adopted home! Like most Staffy's his approach to life can be pretty full on and directing his behaviour toward the right path will get him bouncing in the right direction. I look forward to hearing of his progress!
1st November 2024 - Ric Kennedy
Ric dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry
Ric was just what we needed! From the moment he stepped into our house we felt comfortable! Within 15 minutes he had our dogs under control with such a simple method and without treats! Ric gave us simple methods to regain control of the dogs and enjoy them ☺️would highly recommend Ric and Bark Busters ! Ric was super knowledgeable and gave our dogs and us training that has made our family and people visiting comfortable
Trainer note from Ric
Hello Natasha, You had your hands full with your three little pugs. Its so great to see you are now getting better results and beginning to live your calmer life with a much more rewarding relationship with your dogs. Looking forward to our next session to see your progress. Thank you Ric
Hello Natasha, You had your hands full with your three little pugs. Its so great to see you are now getting better results and beginning to live your calmer life with a much more rewarding relationship with your dogs. Looking forward to our next session to see your progress. Thank you Ric
31st October 2024 - Ric Kennedy
Ric dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
We have now had 2 sessions with Ric. After only 1 session we had a brand new dog. We learnt so much that we were able to stop our dog jumping and we could walk her on the lead without being pulled over after only one session. We implement Ric’s training methods every day and we are now taking our dog out to kids sports and it’s not stressful ! Can’t wait to nail down the recall . I can highly recommend Ric!
Trainer note from Ric
Hello Jacqui, Wow thank you for such a lovely review. I am so glad your getting great results, Our special companions are so wonderful and when they become better behaved it makes that bond so much nicer and stronger, especially when we apply direction and leadership. Keep up the great work. Thank you Ric
Hello Jacqui, Wow thank you for such a lovely review. I am so glad your getting great results, Our special companions are so wonderful and when they become better behaved it makes that bond so much nicer and stronger, especially when we apply direction and leadership. Keep up the great work. Thank you Ric
31st October 2024 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Barking, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Our first day of training our dog Primo was great! Solutions that we had not been able to control our dog in before became easier. In a moment of desperation for someone who could help us. Bark Busters was the best option! The fact that they do not train with rewards is amazing. It has only been a week and we can see huge changes in our beloved dog.
Trainer note from Philippa
Great to be able to see Primo, the handsome sable Akita responding so well. Helping with barking and howling, lead walking and distance control. Well done to his owners for embracing the training to get the results (and no food treating involved). Speaking dog the Bark Busters way.
Great to be able to see Primo, the handsome sable Akita responding so well. Helping with barking and howling, lead walking and distance control. Well done to his owners for embracing the training to get the results (and no food treating involved). Speaking dog the Bark Busters way.
27th October 2024 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Recall, Separation anxiety
We have only just started training but what we were taught and how to be the leade of our pack was amazing. Oscar was very receptive of the training but still has his ups and downs but i believe with what we have been taught we will get to where we need him to be
Trainer note from Emma
Thanks Nina, it was great seeing you & Oscar, the Mini Dachshund, again this week. You have made great progress with him, and he is becoming a very well behaved dog. Keep up your great work.
Thanks Nina, it was great seeing you & Oscar, the Mini Dachshund, again this week. You have made great progress with him, and he is becoming a very well behaved dog. Keep up your great work.
27th October 2024 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Impressive
Significantly Improved my confidence that the Dogs can be trained
Trainer note from Catharina
Thank you for leaving a review, it has been great to see Xena and Zelda's behaviour improve over the time you have been training.
Thank you for leaving a review, it has been great to see Xena and Zelda's behaviour improve over the time you have been training.
27th October 2024 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Chewing, Puppy management, Recall, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry, Toileting
Kelly was knowledgeable, caring and beyond helpful. We have recently taken on a rescue dog and we have done a lot of training previously with other trainers with our 5 year old dog. However, I learnt so many new things that went far beyond what I thought I needed to learn to solve some challenges we've had with our new addition and the change in the family dynamics. We have two very content and stable dogs and a much more relaxed household thanks to Kelly's input. Nothing was beyond Kelly's scope including food, toys, training and implementing things for different family members such as our 4 year old son. I was feeling like I had lost my way with both dogs and now thanks to Kelly I have confidence in knowing what to implement so everyone is looked after! I can not talk higher of Kelly's knowledge, skills and coaching.
Trainer note from Kelly
What an amazing dog owner you are! So much knowledge, and so much applied skill, has made Tilly (Labrador) so well behaved! Bringing Winnie (Poodle x Border Collie) into the mix absolutely changed the dynamics, and when the owner gets caught up in a dog brawl, confidence goes out the window super fast. Recognizing where Tilly was (passively) pushing the point, and then balancing that with gaining Tilly's trust, was our main focus at lesson 1. Being a rescue, Tilly was a blank slate for education and by the end, her fear of me had subsided and I was able to show her all the positive pats that come with being such a good girl. We understand that having dogs that pull on lead on walks makes that exercise time incredibly frustrating, so we fine tuned that at lesson 2 - it was so rewarding to watch your confidence grow instantly, once they walked with you, not dragging you! Congratulations to you both for your consistency and hard work with training - I can't wait for our lesson 3 walk around the block and to the dog park :-)!
What an amazing dog owner you are! So much knowledge, and so much applied skill, has made Tilly (Labrador) so well behaved! Bringing Winnie (Poodle x Border Collie) into the mix absolutely changed the dynamics, and when the owner gets caught up in a dog brawl, confidence goes out the window super fast. Recognizing where Tilly was (passively) pushing the point, and then balancing that with gaining Tilly's trust, was our main focus at lesson 1. Being a rescue, Tilly was a blank slate for education and by the end, her fear of me had subsided and I was able to show her all the positive pats that come with being such a good girl. We understand that having dogs that pull on lead on walks makes that exercise time incredibly frustrating, so we fine tuned that at lesson 2 - it was so rewarding to watch your confidence grow instantly, once they walked with you, not dragging you! Congratulations to you both for your consistency and hard work with training - I can't wait for our lesson 3 walk around the block and to the dog park :-)!
27th October 2024 - Ric Kennedy
Ric dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Was very happy with the way Ric explained things, especially about how the past effects a rescue dog.
Trainer note from Ric
Hello Christine Thank you for your review Sunshine did very well picking things up very quickly, such a beautiful Girl. Looking forward to our next session. Kind Regards Ric
Hello Christine Thank you for your review Sunshine did very well picking things up very quickly, such a beautiful Girl. Looking forward to our next session. Kind Regards Ric
26th October 2024 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Great service, training and advice. Our two dashies are much improved thanks to Maureen. Would highly recommend 😊
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
Thanks Diane, I’m super happy they are improving.
Thanks Diane, I’m super happy they are improving.
26th October 2024 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Glen & Maureen dealt with Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Wow what a change! Thank you so much Glen for teaching us. Thanks for your patience and humor. You made so easy for us to relax and enjoy the experience. Mello is so much more relaxed now. Thanks for explaining things so well and easy to follow exercises to do with our new family member Milo.
I was very sceptical, but the results speak for themselves.
I am sure Milo can’t wait to catch up with you again. We are looking forward to the park sessions with you to help us get better.
Thanks again
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
Thank you very much for your kind words, Mello is a great dog who will only continue to do better under your guidance.
Thank you very much for your kind words, Mello is a great dog who will only continue to do better under your guidance.
25th October 2024 - Ric Kennedy
Honestly, Ric is my super hero!
I had my first session today and I can already feel the relationship between my dog and I has improved! Ric made the whole process SO easy right from the get go. I am clear on all the steps and how to keep at them in the best way for my dogs behaviour, I was able to ask as many questions as I needed and Ric made me feel both comfortable and confident throughout the whole process. I cannot wait to see what the next few weeks hold and am so excited for the next lesson already! 😃
Trainer note from Ric
Hello Kayla, wow, thank you so much for this wonderful review. I had so much fun today with you and Koda. She is just so beautiful and wow what eyes she has, she is so clever and just adorable. Looking forward to our next session and to see how well she has progressed, you did a great job today, onward and upwards. If you need anything at all I’m only a phone call away. Kind Regards Ric
Hello Kayla, wow, thank you so much for this wonderful review. I had so much fun today with you and Koda. She is just so beautiful and wow what eyes she has, she is so clever and just adorable. Looking forward to our next session and to see how well she has progressed, you did a great job today, onward and upwards. If you need anything at all I’m only a phone call away. Kind Regards Ric