Reviews & Testimonials For Philippa Dakin
Back to Trainer9th July 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa was very calm and great with my exuberant blue heeler. She was even able to train me! Seriously, would highly recommend her.
14th June 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Pulling, Recall, Other
Philippa was an excellent support and teacher for Kai and I. She has a professional and kind manner and is really passionate about dogs and training. Her love of animals is really clear and she backs this up with knowledge and confidence. Just what we needed. Kai is a rescue dog with some anxious and skittish behaviours that I wasnt sure how to handle and Philippa was very clear and has put us on a great path. With Philippa's help, Kai walks really well on a lead now, and has her own bed (before she really 'owned' the couch) which she now understands is hers. We have a bit of a long road ahead, but I am so grateful for Philippa's help and guidance.
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How rewarding to help with Kai's transition into her new pack. She was rescued from a tricky start in life, and is now in her forever home with a dedicated and wise leader. Great progress.
How rewarding to help with Kai's transition into her new pack. She was rescued from a tricky start in life, and is now in her forever home with a dedicated and wise leader. Great progress.
8th June 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Other
Philippa was very informative, helpful & professional. Explained everything clearly, and gave us lots of useful information & tips to assist us in the training of our dogs. Philippa was courteous, polite and patient, with us and our dogs.
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It was a pleasure to train with Rocky and Ziggy two chihuahua brothers. They are on their way to being little stars and they love their pack leaders and leadership.
It was a pleasure to train with Rocky and Ziggy two chihuahua brothers. They are on their way to being little stars and they love their pack leaders and leadership.
5th June 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Found Philippa very positive and learnt so much in my first session
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Georgie a beautiful 16 week Kelpie girl responded so well, and loves her new leader being the decision maker and speaking dog. I look forward to the next time. Behaviour addressed: jumping up, lead walking, recall, digging and mouthing.
Georgie a beautiful 16 week Kelpie girl responded so well, and loves her new leader being the decision maker and speaking dog. I look forward to the next time. Behaviour addressed: jumping up, lead walking, recall, digging and mouthing.
28th May 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Puppy management
Such a lovely trainer and very professional.
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It was great to see Polly responding so well. She is now 12 weeks old. Issues addressed: toileting, crate training, answering the door, jumping, training towards a good recall, introduction to the collar and lead, nipping and biting. I'll look forward to the next training with Polly and Rama. Well Done!
It was great to see Polly responding so well. She is now 12 weeks old. Issues addressed: toileting, crate training, answering the door, jumping, training towards a good recall, introduction to the collar and lead, nipping and biting. I'll look forward to the next training with Polly and Rama. Well Done!
6th April 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Puppy management
Philippa was knowledgeable and professional. It was vital to learn the psychology behind the behaviour of my puppy to understand his needs. I am grateful to have signed up to Bark Busters. However, following the continual information I was given regarding the importance of being and maintaining positivity around my puppy, I was surprised the water bottle and pillow were introduced. I remain hesitant in my use of these. I responded 'no' to the question below because of my hesitation, but if there was a 'maybe' I would have chosen that option instead. Perhaps my mind will change in time, this is my first dog after all and he is still very young. This comment is in no way is a reflection of Philippa's expertise and efforts. She was great, so positive and helpful! I particularly liked the way she had me recap what I was doing and saying and then unpack why. Fantastic teaching!
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What great foundations for Oscar. The owner was able to establish wanted behaviours and address the unwanted. Great training and progress for a happy puppy!
What great foundations for Oscar. The owner was able to establish wanted behaviours and address the unwanted. Great training and progress for a happy puppy!
1st March 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall
Fantastic trainer explains her experience and passion for what Philipa does very easily , the kids and I learnt so much
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Well done to the family and having all four children involved with the training. GT a South African Mastiff has got off to a great start.
Well done to the family and having all four children involved with the training. GT a South African Mastiff has got off to a great start.
10th January 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Pinot was a star. Phillipa did an epic job showing us the correct way at giving Pinot boundaries.
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It was great to see Pinot responding so well and to be well adjusted and prepared for the arrival of the new baby. Great training.
It was great to see Pinot responding so well and to be well adjusted and prepared for the arrival of the new baby. Great training.
9th January 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Jumping up, Recall
Was very happy with the first training session. It took Bear awhile to respond to the training but with Phillipas help we got there in the end. He was very responsive.
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I look forward to continued training to address the behavioural problems and anxiety and seeing Bear a calm confident boy with great leadership from his pack leader. Speaking dog the Bark Busters way.
I look forward to continued training to address the behavioural problems and anxiety and seeing Bear a calm confident boy with great leadership from his pack leader. Speaking dog the Bark Busters way.
7th January 2020 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Aggression, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Fantastic service. Philippa was helpful and insightful giving all our family members the tools they need to help with our dogs behaviour. We could see our dog responding to the techniques straight away.
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Great to meet beautiful Mia and see her respond so well to her family and training. I'll look forward to being part of her continued development in her service dog program.
Great to meet beautiful Mia and see her respond so well to her family and training. I'll look forward to being part of her continued development in her service dog program.
29th November 2019 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Other
Very good first training, it was great to see that Misty (10 yo dog) responded to the training.
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It was to see Misty responding so well, and enjoying her confidence in her Leader. She is now looking forward to exploring some lovely walks.
It was to see Misty responding so well, and enjoying her confidence in her Leader. She is now looking forward to exploring some lovely walks.
14th November 2019 - Philippa Dakin
Philippa dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry, Other
Luna responded really well to the training provided for us by Pippa. Pippa was friendly, professional, clear, firm in her delivery and instruction of techniques to be used and practiced.
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A beautiful Kelpie girl! Great training by her owners. Welcome to Bark Busters.
A beautiful Kelpie girl! Great training by her owners. Welcome to Bark Busters.