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Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials

20th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall, Separation anxiety

Keiko is highly knowledgeable and passionate. The skills we have been taught are already making a difference to our puppy and his behaviours. She is always only a text or phone call away. We are very glad to have chosen Keiko as our trainer and our feeling positive about more progress to come. We would highly recommend her to anyone :)

- C.G, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Charlotte! You are doing a great job with Bear (7 months old Cocker Spaniel). I was very happy to see his great progress. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Bear ๐Ÿ˜Š

17th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling

The advice and knowledge shared by Keiko is amazing. Her ability to help us to better communicate with "Tama" is a game changer. In just a couple of hours we learned so much and we are so excited to continue on this journey. Thank you Keiko and Bark Busters!!

- T.K, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Tania for taking the time to leave a review, I was very happy how Tama (2 years old German Shephard cross) responded to his first sessions. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Tama ๐Ÿ˜Š

15th September 2025 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Aggression, Barking

We canโ€™t recommend Bark Busters highly enough. Our dog Acorn used to bark and show aggression toward anyone visiting our home, which made having guests stressful. Within just one day of Markโ€™s training, we had a completely different dog โ€” calm, relaxed, and welcoming. The training was simple, effective, and based on common-sense methods that worked straight away with out food treats constantly. We can now enjoy having visitors again without worry. Thank you, Mark, for giving us (and Acorn) such peace of mind!

- M.C, Halswell , Christchurch (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Acorn is a 5yr old Mini Schnauzer x Cairn Terrier. It appears he had attitude to match the terrier breeds. Extremely barky at anything in his earshot or sight , he ownes the view, pulled and can be quite reactive ,verging aggressive to visitors especially men. Basically a fear aggressive wee man who needed guidance. Our first lesson was very good and he responded very well , although I'm sure he'll try and push the new house rules of engagement. I love seeing the results of finally teaching speaking dog. Great work guys , keen to have a follow up soon to fine tune anything not quite sorted.

14th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Separation anxiety, Other

Working with Keiko from our first lesson gave me a true understanding of the real relationship between dogs and their owners and from that I saw results almost immediately. Within a week Harley has improved in all areas of concerns. I am following Keikoโ€™s instructions daily and can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I honestly wish that I had called her sooner.

- C.P, Manly, WHANGAPARAOA (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Courtney! Great to hear you learnt a lot. Harley (3 years old Labradoodle) needed to understand who is in charge.๐Ÿ˜‰ I was very happy with the way she responded to her first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Harley ๐Ÿ˜Š

14th September 2025 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Other

Keith is a great communicator. His knowledge, reassurance and support made me at feel at ease and confident in my ability to train my dog. The results are amazing.

- S.D, Upper Hutt (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you. Jack Russell's can be feisty characters but having clear communication and him respecting as his leader makes all the difference. And he'll be happier as well. Win win.

12th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry

Gustie did great during his first lesson! Heโ€™s starting to get used to the new rules and the leadership in our family.

- S.P, Milford (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for a review Szilvia! Gustie (Boxer 2 years old) needed to understand who is in charge.๐Ÿ˜‰ Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Gustie ๐Ÿ˜Š

11th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling

Hi - immediate results so we are delighted with progress to date. Kept it simple and didn't try and do too much - we are having ongoing success with behaviour and looking forward to moving forward with our dogs.

- k.R, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Karen! I was very happy with the way Scrabble (5 years old, Wheaten Terrier) responded to her first session. And great to hear she is doing well. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Scrabble ๐Ÿ˜Š

5th September 2025 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Sibling rivalry

I sought help from Mark in relation to my two dogs. Both Staffies. I was having major issues with them thinking they owned our place, hyperactive , barking at the passers by and walking Arlo was a nightmare with pulling. From the minute Arlo thought we were going for a walk, he would scream around the house, be really pushy, jumpy, totally unfocussed and then proceed to drag me around the streets. Just one lesson with Mark has made a massive difference. I can now identify Arlos triggers and have him settle before even leaving the house which is leading to better walks. Still a long way to go but I feel as though we are on the right track now! Mark was my last hope after already using three different trainers, and I wish I had of just used him from the beginning!!

- B.H, Lincoln ,Christchurch (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Arlo is a full of energy Staffy who at 3.5yrs old should be relaxed. He responded well to our inside the house training which is where it always needs to start, minor adjustments in the house make a massive difference to his response outside the house. We walked nicely down the street with Mum in charge and no problems of over excitement or pulling. A first for Arlo ( video on face book: Bark Busters South island). Certainly there will be adjustments to be made but first lesson is a winner already . Awesome work master Arlo and team .

3rd September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Hyperactivity, Pulling, Recall, Other

Keiko was very pleasant to work with and explained everything to us clearly for us to understand. And taught us how to use commands for Gem to respond too. Progress is going well and we have noticed the change in Gem to our commands. Very pleased with results so far.

- A.P, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for a review Alan! I was very happy with the way Gem (G.S. Pointer 3 year old) responded to her first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Gem ๐Ÿ˜Š

2nd September 2025 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Barking, Separation anxiety

We had a really great and meaningful first session with Keith, he was able to develop our learnings and knowledge on our dogs behaviour, but also help us implement trainings and techniques to correct behaviours! I would recommend Keith to any friends or family who are looking to support with their dogs

- M.B, Upper Hutt (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you very much for your feedback. You all responded well in the session and I'm really pleased to hear there's been the improvements you need, after the other things you tried hadn't worked. Calmer and happier dogs, and less stress on the owners. Win, win!

2nd September 2025 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety

I found the initial lesson long but looking back probably needed to be. Since Saturday we have put what we learned into practice and have noticed a huge improvement in behaviour immediately. Today was a big test when meeting another dog in close proximity and what we were taught helped incredibly and kept everyone safe. I cannot recommend this method highly enough itโ€™s simple in itโ€™s deliverance and with ongoing support doesnโ€™t leave you feeling lost if you slip up.

- H.S, Wellington (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you for the feedback. Yes, the first session can be long. There are a number of things to do in your daily interactions with your dog, plus the exercises, which can make for a long session. It all comes together in those big moments and I'm really pleased to hear you've had that early test and success. Great job! She'll be happier to, now that you're showing leadership. No need for her to be worried about these things, that's your job! And, yes, we are there with our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee to provide ongoing support.

2nd September 2025 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

Mark was fantastic, he was knowledgeable and provided instant results and showed us how to keep the techniques in place, would highly recommend Mark and the Bark Busters to anyone.

- T.P, Burwood , Christchurch (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Russell is a 2 yr Swedish Valhund who has major attention seeking barking issues , constantly barking at the owners , lots of jumping , pulls , recalls an issue. Even with in the lesson he settled well once the owners were shown how to refocus Russell when his adrenaline jumped into ME mode. Geat work guys , hear from you soon with an update

 

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