Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
23rd June 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling, Separation anxiety
After just the very first training session with Kelly, my very busy young collie/Kelpie cross has been walking at my side like an angel! Instead of always being in front; on guard. I am really amazed! Naturally me, as the owner, needed the training, and my dog Missy, responded immediately to Kelly's methods. I am just so happy, and really looking forward to our next session. I would absolutely recommend Kelly. She read my dog from the getgo, and provided so much great information & an education.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Jonquil! I can't even begin to describe the first vs second lesson. Her attempts at lunging, nipping, and definitely barking (at the first lesson) were causing you so much stress, especially with close neighbours in proximity. She absolutely soaked up the training, her tail went from tucked under in fear, to relaxed and wagging - from needing to be at least 3m to make her feel safe, to standing right next to me, trying to sniff my work boots - what an amazing dog! Fear reactivity needs to be handled correctly with working breeds - and the second lesson was a breath of fresh air. What a relaxed, attentive, and obedient girl she has become in such a short period of time. Massive well done, see you soon at group training!
Thanks Jonquil! I can't even begin to describe the first vs second lesson. Her attempts at lunging, nipping, and definitely barking (at the first lesson) were causing you so much stress, especially with close neighbours in proximity. She absolutely soaked up the training, her tail went from tucked under in fear, to relaxed and wagging - from needing to be at least 3m to make her feel safe, to standing right next to me, trying to sniff my work boots - what an amazing dog! Fear reactivity needs to be handled correctly with working breeds - and the second lesson was a breath of fresh air. What a relaxed, attentive, and obedient girl she has become in such a short period of time. Massive well done, see you soon at group training!
22nd June 2026 - Ric Kennedy
Ric dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling, Recall
My partner and I are so glad we reached out to Ric! From the get go, Ric was very friendly and approachable! He took note of our boy River’s behavioural problems and put together a training plan, suited to River’s needs. Ric explained what was expected of us very clearly.
River is taking to training really well and we have already noticed immediate results!
We look forward to our next lesson with Ric!
Trainer note from Ric
Thank you so much for the lovely message. It was great meeting you both and getting to know River — he’s such a sweet boy, and I’m really glad to hear you’re already seeing changes. I’m happy the plan feels clear and easy to follow. You’ve both jumped into the training with such a positive attitude, and River is responding beautifully because of it. I’m really looking forward to our next session and building on the great progress he’s already making. Thanks again for taking the time to share this. Kind Regards Ric
Thank you so much for the lovely message. It was great meeting you both and getting to know River — he’s such a sweet boy, and I’m really glad to hear you’re already seeing changes. I’m happy the plan feels clear and easy to follow. You’ve both jumped into the training with such a positive attitude, and River is responding beautifully because of it. I’m really looking forward to our next session and building on the great progress he’s already making. Thanks again for taking the time to share this. Kind Regards Ric
20th June 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling, Recall
Very happy and confident that we will have a positive outcome. Kelly was very knowledgeable and confident in her delivery of the session and communicating.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Kevin! Your Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a gorgeous chunk of love and muscle, and implementing some gentle training and boundaries for the safety of your at home work was crucial! Door manners were mint at lesson 2, so we moved onto Chicken chasing and stock control, which he responded to like a dream. We now have his pulling on lead under control as well - what a delightful companion he is! Thanks so much for all your consistent efforts, well done :-)
Thanks Kevin! Your Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a gorgeous chunk of love and muscle, and implementing some gentle training and boundaries for the safety of your at home work was crucial! Door manners were mint at lesson 2, so we moved onto Chicken chasing and stock control, which he responded to like a dream. We now have his pulling on lead under control as well - what a delightful companion he is! Thanks so much for all your consistent efforts, well done :-)
18th June 2026 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Glen & Maureen dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Maureen had our dog under control within the first 10 minutes of her visit! She was firm but kind which is exactly what our dog needed.
Maureen had wonderful insight into how dogs behave and their reactions to us. She was very informative and so far we are moving towards a more positive experience with our pooch.
Highly recommend Maureen, she is also very quick to respond to any questions we have 😊
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
Thanks so much Fiona, and I am super pleased that little Stella is doing so well, keep up the great work.
Thanks so much Fiona, and I am super pleased that little Stella is doing so well, keep up the great work.
16th June 2026 - Michelle Howell
Michelle dealt with Aggression, Chewing, Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry
Michelle was fantastic and we are getting results already
a total life saver
13th June 2026 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Recall, Separation anxiety
Emma is so professional in her approach to training a dog. People skills 10 out of 10, and a great attitude. I am very very pleased with what she achieved with bruce.
Trainer note from Emma
Thanks Noel, It was lovely meeting you & Bruce, the Miniature Schnauzer, and helping you to address his barking, jumping, behaviour around visitors and walking, along with a few other things that cheeky Bruce was getting away with.
Thanks Noel, It was lovely meeting you & Bruce, the Miniature Schnauzer, and helping you to address his barking, jumping, behaviour around visitors and walking, along with a few other things that cheeky Bruce was getting away with.
4th June 2026 - Catharina Jeffery
Catharina dealt with Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Puppy management, Recall, Toileting
Even after the 1st lesson Bruce calmed down no more pulling or nipping and he as started to come back to us off the lead very happy with results
Trainer note from Catharina
It was great to help you with Bruce's (14 wk old Jack Russell Terrier) training and set him on track to be a great dog. Every puppy can be different, and finding the right fit for you and your dog is key. It was great to help you get the results you wanted fast, and I'm looking forward to seeing your progress at your next lesson.
It was great to help you with Bruce's (14 wk old Jack Russell Terrier) training and set him on track to be a great dog. Every puppy can be different, and finding the right fit for you and your dog is key. It was great to help you get the results you wanted fast, and I'm looking forward to seeing your progress at your next lesson.
4th June 2026 - Ken Tran
Ken dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall, Toileting
We called Ken on day 1 of receiving our female Boxer puppy! Ken came to our home and got to know our family and how our puppy responded to us. Next, he worked with my husband and I to train our puppy and then incorporated those instructions so that our 3 kids could also be involved. As well as the basic training, Ken also helped us with any issues which arose as the weeks went by as our puppy tested us in her new environment. He also tailored our puppy’s training to our family’s daily activities such as playing cricket in the backyard (not barking or stealing the ball) to taking washing off the line or training her not to go upstairs in the house.
We would definitely recommend Ken’s services!
Trainer note from Ken
Thanks Z. I really appreciate the opportunity to be your lifetime trainer!
Thanks Z. I really appreciate the opportunity to be your lifetime trainer!
3rd June 2026 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry
Emma has spent the better part of 8 hours over 2 sessions at our home, training our dogs and guiding us through actively managing their sibling rivalry (among many other things). The changes we've seen so far are amazing, they're both light years ahead of where they started and continue to improve every day. Emma is extremely easy to work with, flexible, professional and invested in both our dog's journeys. I have no hesitation recommending Emma and am extremely impressed with her approach and techniques. Thank you!
Trainer note from Emma
Thanks Marcus. It's been a pleasure to help you guys with Bruce (Kelpie x Greyhound) & Donny (Border Collie x Kelpie). Keep up your great work & I'm looking forward to checking in on progress again soon.
Thanks Marcus. It's been a pleasure to help you guys with Bruce (Kelpie x Greyhound) & Donny (Border Collie x Kelpie). Keep up your great work & I'm looking forward to checking in on progress again soon.
1st June 2026 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
Glen & Maureen dealt with Digging, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management
Excellent service and very professional
Trainer note from Glen & Maureen
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much.
30th May 2026 - Ric Kennedy
Ric dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management
Excellent trainer with outstanding noticeable results even from initial visit.
Trainer note from Ric
Thank you very much for this lovely review. I’m so glad you’re experiencing the same results that so many others have — when we communicate more clearly and understand our dogs on a deeper level, the changes can be remarkable. It’s always rewarding to see those shifts happen so early on, and I’m thrilled you’re already noticing such a positive difference. Kind Regards Ric
Thank you very much for this lovely review. I’m so glad you’re experiencing the same results that so many others have — when we communicate more clearly and understand our dogs on a deeper level, the changes can be remarkable. It’s always rewarding to see those shifts happen so early on, and I’m thrilled you’re already noticing such a positive difference. Kind Regards Ric
29th May 2026 - Ken Tran
Ken dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management
Great, clear instruction, very patient, listened to questions, lovely with my dog. I’ve been following instructions & already seeing good results 😊
Trainer note from Ken
Thanks Viola. Looking forward to our next session for more training.
Thanks Viola. Looking forward to our next session for more training.