Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
14th March 2025 - Stefanie Budiman
Stefanie dealt with Barking, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Other
Stef is incredible! From the minute we met, she made a big difference to our 5 year old mini dachshund’s behaviour. Stef educated us on the reasons why Archie is behaving the way he is and gave clear instructions and demonstrations on how to change the dynamic in our household. Archie struggles with Separation anxiety, lead manners, barking at people/ reactivity and overall stubbornness with not listening to us.
We have only had one lesson and it’s only been a few days of following the training instructions and Archie has already shown great progress.
Stef has made my husband and I feel so hopeful and her reassurance has eased our own anxiety with Archie’s behaviour.
We feel very thankful that we have Stef to guide us with this big change!
Trainer note from Stefanie
Thanks Emily! Little Archie is such a sweet boy and clearly wants to please. Well done in showing him that he does not have to be in charge any more so that he can just sit back and relax! You all executed the training techniques very well during the lesson and it is great to see that you're getting results already! Keep it up and I look forward to pushing for further progress in our next session.
Thanks Emily! Little Archie is such a sweet boy and clearly wants to please. Well done in showing him that he does not have to be in charge any more so that he can just sit back and relax! You all executed the training techniques very well during the lesson and it is great to see that you're getting results already! Keep it up and I look forward to pushing for further progress in our next session.
5th May 2024 - Stephan Naude
Stephan showed me how to open my front door without letting Charles run out. It was so easy once you have the tools 'BAH'. He also showed me how to walk Charles with out Charles pulling on the lead. Work in progress.
Trainer note from Stephan
Hi Rose thank you for the review, you took the training on with no hesitation. You doing very well and Charles is responding well to you taking over the leadership role. Keep it up
Hi Rose thank you for the review, you took the training on with no hesitation. You doing very well and Charles is responding well to you taking over the leadership role. Keep it up
22nd November 2023 - Stefanie Budiman
Stefanie dealt with Aggression, Barking, Recall
Great first lesson by Stefanie. We finished the session feeling confident that Ollie will learn quickly and we can sort out the issues we've been dealing with. Looking forward to the following lessons!
Trainer note from Stefanie
Thanks Charles! Love your enthusiasm in the lesson and Ollie is such a sweet boy and a fast learner! Looking forward to furthering his progress and keeping it consistent. Cheers!
Thanks Charles! Love your enthusiasm in the lesson and Ollie is such a sweet boy and a fast learner! Looking forward to furthering his progress and keeping it consistent. Cheers!
2nd January 2020 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Aggression, Digging, Pulling, Recall, Other
At my first lesson with Gabriel, he was very knowledgeable and he taught me a lot about my three year old German Shepherd Theo and why he does the things he does and the best way to combat the issues that I am having with him. I am quite new at handling and being a new dog owner, so I would recommend him and Bark Busters with all your dog issues and training.
Trainer note from Head Office
Theo is responding well to his owner and I am continuing to work with them in the new year.
Theo is responding well to his owner and I am continuing to work with them in the new year.
25th November 2019 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Aggression, Barking, Recall, Sibling rivalry
I was so close to having to say goodbye to my English Staffy I’ve had for 8 years. He’s struggled to settle into apartment living and neighbours were complaining of his whining. A recent incident where Diesel had locked himself into the bathroom for 8 hours and things were not looking good. Gabriel came the next day after making initial contact and within days I’ve noticed an improvement. Walking on a lead he was aggressive to bigger dogs and yelling when stationary at the traffic lights whilst waiting to cross. I’ve been trained and the most helpful information I received was the dog psychology and how they think. I couldn’t even go out for dinner with friends as I felt guilty for being at work. Now I’m so relieved as I can go to work and do social things and don’t feel like a prisoner in my home.
Trainer note from Head Office
Diesel responded well to the work we did together and Heath knows I'm a phone call away if he needs further free help with Diesel in the future.
Diesel responded well to the work we did together and Heath knows I'm a phone call away if he needs further free help with Diesel in the future.
7th October 2019 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Recall
Gabriel is outstanding. His measured and considered approach provided all of us (especially Oscar! - our mini dachshund) a sense of calm. The incredible techniques that had an immediate impact on how we as adults need to guide Oscar and of course Oscar himself took very well to Gabriel's methods. Gabriel will continue to work with us and we can only see the training go from strength to strength. Gabriel provided all of us with the confidence that Oscar can enjoy a calmer and more relaxed life.
Trainer note from Head Office
What more can I add! Oscar is a miniature Dachshund who had an aggressive attitude which has now changed & he is listening to his owners. What a good boy!
What more can I add! Oscar is a miniature Dachshund who had an aggressive attitude which has now changed & he is listening to his owners. What a good boy!
18th June 2019 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Pulling, Puppy management, Recall, Toileting
Gabriel is so calm and patient and our dog really responds to his measured approach. We have learnt so much about her behavior and how to manage her with immediate results. Could not recommend his training sessions more highly. Thank you for making our life with our puppy more enjoyable for her and her humans!
Trainer note from Head Office
Snowy is a gorgeous Swiss Shepherd Husky X and was extremely nervous of strangers. At 17 weeks she needed help with some training, recall and toileting accidents. She responded really well to training and learned not to mouth, not to jump on people and not to pull on walks.
Snowy is a gorgeous Swiss Shepherd Husky X and was extremely nervous of strangers. At 17 weeks she needed help with some training, recall and toileting accidents. She responded really well to training and learned not to mouth, not to jump on people and not to pull on walks.
15th January 2019 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Barking, Jumping up
Fabulous start to correcting barking behaviour!
13th August 2018 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry
We were absolutely blown away by Gabriel's gentle but firm nature with our staffy, Wilbur. It was obvious how much he cared for Wilbur and genuinely understood his, and our, needs. Gabriel was punctual, respectful and professional in all interactions prior to and on the days of our appointments. His advice was evidence based and reassuring. Our dog is so much happier now and so are we! We can't thank you enough, Gabriel. We would highly recommend you to any family having major or minor issues with their dog. From your very happy clients, Kate and Steve.
Trainer note from Head Office
A pleasure to work with Wilbur and his lovely owners - a very positive outcome for everyone.
A pleasure to work with Wilbur and his lovely owners - a very positive outcome for everyone.
25th July 2018 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Puppy management
Gabriel is fantastic, he is a highly experienced dog trainer. He took the time (visited use multiply times) to not only show but explain dog training techniques - resulting in our puppy being a dream! Thank you
Trainer note from Head Office
Teddy is a lovely dog who has responded beautifully to his training and has learnt not to bark at work.
Teddy is a lovely dog who has responded beautifully to his training and has learnt not to bark at work.
21st July 2018 - Stefanie Budiman
Stefanie dealt with Jumping up, Recall, Sibling rivalry
Stefanie was great to work with, she was professional and patient as we navigated some behavioural changes with our boy Trevor. She has also been a great resource as we refine our skills and feel very confident that she will support us into the future. A great experience for Trevor as well as us. Thanks Stefanie!
Trainer note from Stefanie
Thanks Judy! Trevor (1 year old terrier cross) is such a good natured pup, brimming with exuberance. He was very responsive to training, immediately calming down after starting his first lesson. He improved in his car manners by sitting calmly and also not crying when being left alone in the car. He also now walks next to his family instead of pulling ahead. Well done Trevor and his family!
Thanks Judy! Trevor (1 year old terrier cross) is such a good natured pup, brimming with exuberance. He was very responsive to training, immediately calming down after starting his first lesson. He improved in his car manners by sitting calmly and also not crying when being left alone in the car. He also now walks next to his family instead of pulling ahead. Well done Trevor and his family!
19th July 2018 - Head Office
Head Office dealt with Barking, Recall, Separation anxiety
It was well conducted with plenty of information and examples of how to stop the dog barking . Also worked on building up rapport between dog and owner so that dog takes much more notice of instructions. As we have a new kitten - helped to build good relationship with 12 month old cavoodle and 12 week old kitten.