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Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials

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.

- J.S, Auckland (Testimonial)

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 😊

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!

- K.F, Christchurch (Testimonial)

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.

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.

- M.H, Christchurch, (Testimonial)

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.

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

- J.G, Motueka (Testimonial)

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 :-)

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.

- C.C, Ruby Bay Nelson (Testimonial)

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.

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

- E.H, Aranui ,Christchurch (Testimonial)

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.

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.

- R.T, Auckland (Testimonial)

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 😊

15th July 2025 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Recall, Separation anxiety, Toileting

Keith is amazing. Thanks to him, in a few hours we have a different 2-year old FrenchieX and we are trained to speak her language and correct her behaviour. I can't speak highly enough of Keith's training. He's equipped us with everything we need.

- V.H, Maupuia (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you. It is so rewarding to have feedback like this and to know the positive impact of our training on all your lives. Now you can better enjoy your dog. Thanks. Of course, with your Life of the Dog Support Guarantee I'm here to support you if she pushes back or gets a bit stubborn!

15th July 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Sibling rivalry

We had a wonderful first training session with Keiko. I was very pleasantly surprised to see how quickly Tilly responded to her! Literally changing her behaviour within 10 minutes. I know we still have a way to go, but I have been well equipped with information and training to make it happen! I feel totally supported and confident in moving ahead with all our goals!

- L.B, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Lenore! I was very happy with the way Tilly (Shih Tzu Bichon cross 8 years old) responded to her first session. Now she has a leader who understands her better!! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Tilly 😊

14th July 2025 - Keith Mockett

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

We have a hyper enthusiastic, people loving dog, who enjoys interacting with humans - whether they like it or not! Keith has taught us many ways to calm her enthusiasm and leave her in no doubt she is a dog and quickly becoming a well behaved one. Holly is so much calmer. Listens to instructions, loves her crate, walks quietly alongside, learning that jumping is not welcome. Knows about distance recall. Has stopped jumping all over people and furniture. Holly no longer barks at everything that passes our front window. We are very satisfied with the pleasant, highly skilled, dog behaviour therapist Keith. As owners we are a work in progress! Teresa & Peter

- T.K, Paraparaumu (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you! Toy Poodles can be excitable and noisy but she's shown an excellent response to your training and now she's so much calmer. And the household can be calmer and quieter as well. Good job everyone!

11th July 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling, Recall

Mind blowing at the results, teaching dog behaviour and language to deal with any issues.

- p.h, Castor Bay (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Paul! I was very happy with the way Skylah (Husky cross 6 year old) responded to her first session. She just needed to understand there are rules and boundaries. And most importantly who makes them. Keep up the good work!😊

9th July 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

I was surprised how quickly our dogs responded to the new techniques and her behaviour started to change straight away.

- M.S, Waitakere (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Mike! I was very happy with the way Mabel (Mastiff cross 1 year old) responded to her first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Mabel 😊

 

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