Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
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.
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
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
29th August 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Other
Mark was great, we've implemented many of the techniques he taught us and our dog changed instantly on many fronts. Mark also didn't make us feel like idiots as you don't know what you don't know, he was patient, clear and great to work with, would highly recommend the investment.
Trainer note from Mark
Watson is a Golden Retriever of about 6.5yrs. His stubborn passive dominance had become an issue especially now the house hold has blended and a cat introduced. He was extremely stubborn when asked to do a task , but cam through on the day to be much more pliable and willing, problems included Barking , jumping up , recall, separation anxiety , agro cats, and pulled on the leash. Good steps forward have been achieved already.
Watson is a Golden Retriever of about 6.5yrs. His stubborn passive dominance had become an issue especially now the house hold has blended and a cat introduced. He was extremely stubborn when asked to do a task , but cam through on the day to be much more pliable and willing, problems included Barking , jumping up , recall, separation anxiety , agro cats, and pulled on the leash. Good steps forward have been achieved already.
26th August 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall
Excellent service from Mark. Very patient with inexperienced owners. Given us clear instructions and we know we can go back to him at any point for clarification, further support or advice. Looking forward to fruitful collaboration during the difficult puppy months ahead of us. Thanks Mark.
Trainer note from Mark
The owners dog is an English Bull terrier 6mths old and very stubborn . they are also new to dogs. Hard to get to focus . One major problem for mum was the physical play of nipping and biting. Although we dealt with all the problems of focus ,pulling , jumping attention barking and nipping there is a work in progress with this little girl. I look forward to chat with the owners for a follow up check up on progress. Good first steps guys.
The owners dog is an English Bull terrier 6mths old and very stubborn . they are also new to dogs. Hard to get to focus . One major problem for mum was the physical play of nipping and biting. Although we dealt with all the problems of focus ,pulling , jumping attention barking and nipping there is a work in progress with this little girl. I look forward to chat with the owners for a follow up check up on progress. Good first steps guys.
26th August 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
This training was a great help. I suspected that my dog did not see me as the "boss," but needed help to know how to show her that I am. She is already listening better and pulling less on the lead. With practice I think we will improve even more.
Trainer note from Mark
Early days yet for Ginny a 9mth old Golden retriever x labrador . Huge puller , no recall , Jumped up a lot , Separation anxiety issues and really didn't focus at all on the owners requests. being on a small livestyle block focus and recall are vital. Much improved since our lesson but still way to go . Great work Ginny.
Early days yet for Ginny a 9mth old Golden retriever x labrador . Huge puller , no recall , Jumped up a lot , Separation anxiety issues and really didn't focus at all on the owners requests. being on a small livestyle block focus and recall are vital. Much improved since our lesson but still way to go . Great work Ginny.
12th August 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko dealt with Jumping up, Puppy management, Separation anxiety, Toileting
Keiko started educating us how to manage our first ever puppy, 13 weeks old. He’s been getting big, strong and showing his strong will everyday. His separation anxiety is particularly getting worse and this issue is the top priority to manage. Charlie responded Keiko right away and we’ve got lots of practice to do. It is very good system that we can reach out to her if we need her help. We look forward to see our progress and achieve our goal, happier puppy and human.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Junko-san! Great to hear you understood humans have to understand about dogs before we teach them to behave better. Charlie (13 weeks old Cavoodle) needed to understand who is in charge.😉 I was very happy with the way he responded to his first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Charlie 😊
Thank you Junko-san! Great to hear you understood humans have to understand about dogs before we teach them to behave better. Charlie (13 weeks old Cavoodle) needed to understand who is in charge.😉 I was very happy with the way he responded to his first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Charlie 😊
5th August 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Barking, Pulling, Recall, Other
Baxter was such an anxious boy who was also quite stubborn. He also loves to run away which is how he ended up a rescue dog and being adopted by us.
Baxter has made incredible progress since starting the training program with Mark at Bark Busters South Island.
Baxter’s potential was always there, and this experience has truly brought out the best in him. Our training sessions are enjoyable and our walks have become so much more pleasant. Baxter is now no longer pulling on the lead, he comes back when called (most times) and is also able to have fun on walks OFF the lead with confidence that he will come back. Thank you, Mark - you are amazing!
Trainer note from Mark
Mr Baxter , lovely dog , rehome rescue, Was fear reactive of people and dogs , with other obedience issues . He responded very well and the owner has applied the refocusing skills learnt in the lesson. I'm keen to catch up and see how beautiful Baxter , the Bull breed rescue poster boy has progeressed. Great work guys.
Mr Baxter , lovely dog , rehome rescue, Was fear reactive of people and dogs , with other obedience issues . He responded very well and the owner has applied the refocusing skills learnt in the lesson. I'm keen to catch up and see how beautiful Baxter , the Bull breed rescue poster boy has progeressed. Great work guys.
1st August 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling
Herbie responded very well to the training and we were given lots of resources to refer back to in the future.
Trainer note from Mark
Herbie is 1yr 4mth old Australian Shepherd x Golden Retriever and the owners . Time is of the essence as well. He was jumping , pulling , barking , anxious of visitors, quite the worried dog. Lesson he responded well and we got good results , obviously a work in progress as the household will be changing dramatically shortly. Great job guys , we'll catch up soon.
Herbie is 1yr 4mth old Australian Shepherd x Golden Retriever and the owners . Time is of the essence as well. He was jumping , pulling , barking , anxious of visitors, quite the worried dog. Lesson he responded well and we got good results , obviously a work in progress as the household will be changing dramatically shortly. Great job guys , we'll catch up soon.
28th July 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Absolutely brilliant experience, Mark knows what he's talking about. saw results immediately
Trainer note from Mark
Buddy is a rehome dog for these owners, A labrador x Poodle , clever brain and large dog at 40kg already at 11mths of age. he pulled like a train , barked at the fence line , jumped up and was quite hyped for the retired owners. Big strong boy with a high play drive. All went well in the lesson and so far no real issues . Follow up work may be needed for the humans :-)
Buddy is a rehome dog for these owners, A labrador x Poodle , clever brain and large dog at 40kg already at 11mths of age. he pulled like a train , barked at the fence line , jumped up and was quite hyped for the retired owners. Big strong boy with a high play drive. All went well in the lesson and so far no real issues . Follow up work may be needed for the humans :-)
27th July 2025 - Keith Mockett
Keith dealt with Puppy management
So far so good still have a lot to learn together, it’s more harder to teach humans to be on the same page
Trainer note from Keith
Thank you for the positive responses to the questions regarding the content and delivery of the lesson. Still a way to go and 'yes', it is hard sometimes to get everyone on the same page, at the same time. It's not an easy thing dealing with a reactive dog and there'll be good days and challenging days. Our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee helps to get you there, and keep you there, and get you back there!
Thank you for the positive responses to the questions regarding the content and delivery of the lesson. Still a way to go and 'yes', it is hard sometimes to get everyone on the same page, at the same time. It's not an easy thing dealing with a reactive dog and there'll be good days and challenging days. Our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee helps to get you there, and keep you there, and get you back there!
25th July 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
We had a very productive session with Mark and put all the information to practical use on a walk outside with the dogs which was very helpful. It was good to see everything covered in the lesson time and put into practice. The dogs are less pushy and more responsive.
Trainer note from Mark
The two dogs in question are Whippets , often a bit anxious but good dogs in general. Barking ,recall and pulling were the major issues . They all did very well with the chance to do an off lead session on the local beach with in the lesson . Keen to hear the results now its been a week or two. Great work guys.
The two dogs in question are Whippets , often a bit anxious but good dogs in general. Barking ,recall and pulling were the major issues . They all did very well with the chance to do an off lead session on the local beach with in the lesson . Keen to hear the results now its been a week or two. Great work guys.
16th July 2025 - Mark Gall
Mark dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Recall, Sibling rivalry, Other
I have an energetic 6-month-old Jack Russell named Gem who is full of life. The biggest challenge has been managing her misbehaviors, especially her aggression towards our older dog Pearl. I’ve only just started on my Bark Busters training with Gem, and I am already seeing huge changes. Mark has shown me clear ways to correct Gem’s behaviours, and every day she’s improving. She’s such a smart little dog, and I’m slowly learning how to adjust to what she needs from me as her owner. What I appreciate most is how Mark made training very easy to follow, yet enjoyable. I love getting to bond with Gem while we practice, and I’m so grateful for his help in bringing out the best in her. Thanks Mark
Trainer note from Mark
gem is a 6mth old Jack Russell x Foxy. Full of beans and quite the attitude sometimes. The older dog is a much softer mellow temperament so Gem thought she could rule the roost. simple refocusing exercises and explaining to the owner how these dogs thinks has them all on the right calm relaxed track. Great job guys . Hear from you for a update soon.
gem is a 6mth old Jack Russell x Foxy. Full of beans and quite the attitude sometimes. The older dog is a much softer mellow temperament so Gem thought she could rule the roost. simple refocusing exercises and explaining to the owner how these dogs thinks has them all on the right calm relaxed track. Great job guys . Hear from you for a update soon.
16th July 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling
Our 2 year old Spaniel, Leo had recently started growling at children and jumping up on them as well as being extremely hyper when guests came over, barking at neighbours and pulling on the leash.
Keiko was incredible right from the get go. She clearly explained to us that Leo lacked respect and thought he was top of the pecking order in our household. Once she explained his behaviours to us, and all the little things we didn’t realise we were doing to promote these behaviours, we had a big break through moment. Leo has responded incredibly well to the training so far and we can’t wait to get Keiko back to help us continue the training.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Rebecca! Great to hear you learnt a lot. Leo (2 years old Cocker Spaniel) needed to understand who is in charge.😉 I was very happy with the way he responded to his first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Leo 😊
Thank you Rebecca! Great to hear you learnt a lot. Leo (2 years old Cocker Spaniel) needed to understand who is in charge.😉 I was very happy with the way he responded to his first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Leo 😊