Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
30th May 2021 - Emma Reeves
Emma was very lovely kind and explained everything well she took her time and didnt rush anything dogs reacted well to her didnt take her long to work out their personalties
28th May 2021 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly has been amazing and has changed our world with our little Frenchie puppy Luna. During the first session she was able to give us easy to implement commands and instructions to use with our little girl. By the end of the first session, we could already see a huge difference in her behaviour. Kelly also gave us a few tips on Luna’s diet and just by making a few changes to her food we have seen a massive change in her overall health. We have just completed our second session and we now have a very happy and relaxed puppy. The behaviour changes have been incredible. Gone is the anxious behaviour from before. She is now happy and relaxed to greet others and their dogs.
We can’t thank Kelly enough for giving us the tools to be responsible pet owners and to nurture a relaxed and happy puppy into our family.
Contacting Kelly was the best decision we made!
18th May 2021 - Michelle Reay
We engaged bark busters for assistance with our beautiful kelpie puppy Pippin! We were very fortunate to have been paired with Michelle. Michelle was extremely professional from the moment she attended our residence to commence our training sessions. Michelle explained everything clearly, demonstrated what she meant and also worked with us both until we felt comfortable in being able to undertake the training ourselves.
Through multiple visits, Michelle always provided positive encouragements to us as well as Pippin . No question was ever too silly and all the time needed was given by Michelle. We never felt rushed and our puppy has really prospered from these sessions.
We would highly recommend Michelle to assist anyone with their puppy/dog concerns and know they are in good hands.
Thank you Michelle for your assistance.
5th March 2021 - Glen & Maureen Guelfi
We had Glen come to our place to help with some issues we have been having with our pug puppy & we are over the moon. After one session it was like we had a completely different pup in the house.I absolutely love the style of training & it is very easy to follow ourselves at home to. We are are so very happy thank you so much Glen you have saved us & we are enjoying Our little Valentina even more. So happy we made the choice to get this amazing training done with you.
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. :)
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. :)
13th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Barking, Chewing, Digging, Jumping up, Pulling, Sibling rivalry, Other
We had our first session with Emma yesterday. What a completely different dog we have. We are absolutely gobsmacked. Thank you so much.
Trainer note from Emma
Thanks Tania. Koda is a very pretty 2 year old German Shepherd who has been up to no good for a while, so her family called Bark Busters for help. During their first session we dealt with: - Separation Anxiety - Jumping - Barking - Pulling on the lead - Digging & Chewing - Stealing things when allowed into the house - Dog reactive behaviour - Sit/Stay - Her fear based reaction the the whipper snipper Koda & her family did a great job during their first session and we saw immediate improvements in her behaviour. I'll be back again soon to check on progress.
Thanks Tania. Koda is a very pretty 2 year old German Shepherd who has been up to no good for a while, so her family called Bark Busters for help. During their first session we dealt with: - Separation Anxiety - Jumping - Barking - Pulling on the lead - Digging & Chewing - Stealing things when allowed into the house - Dog reactive behaviour - Sit/Stay - Her fear based reaction the the whipper snipper Koda & her family did a great job during their first session and we saw immediate improvements in her behaviour. I'll be back again soon to check on progress.
11th March 2020 - Emma Reeves
Emma dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Jumping up, Pulling, Other
Emma is AMAZING!
We asked her to help us with solutions for walking our 4 month puppy Steve, as he was very fearful of and reactive to other dogs. What we didn’t realise, is that she would help us with so much more!
Not only is Steve now an absolute pleasure to take for walks, his compliance with basic commands has improved drastically. He sits, stays, waits for food, doesn’t barge through doors without being invited in, he is more relaxed when visitors come over, doesn’t jump up on people, and the play fighting and food aggression towards our other dog has also greatly reduced.
Using the simple but highly effective strategies that Emma taught us means that we are confident and in control.
We have successfully taken him to meet and play with other dogs without incident.
Having Emma share her magic with us was truly life-changing for us all. We love our beautiful boy even more than we thought possible.
Thank you Emma, we are so appreciative of everything you have done for our family.
Trainer note from Emma
Thanks Jane. Steve is a great puppy, who with your leadership will now grow into a fantastic job. It's been great already seeing you guys at our park sessions where you can practice your skills further.
Thanks Jane. Steve is a great puppy, who with your leadership will now grow into a fantastic job. It's been great already seeing you guys at our park sessions where you can practice your skills further.