Client Reviews and Testimonials

What Bark Busters clients have to say about our dog training services

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Mary-Anne Y Glenbrook, Auckland | December 03 2023
Hi Stephan, I was quite surprised after Molly’s initial reaction when you first arrived, that she behaved so well. It normally takes her a lot longer to relax around people she doesn’t know, but not as relaxed as she was with you. I’ve also had comments from other people that she is behaving a lot better, and not barking when she sees someone she knows. Still struggles at the leash when she wants to get near them though. The walking on the leash is also getting better. Hopefully with some more lessons, we can iron out any other problems. Permalink
Trainer note from Stephan : Hi Mary-Anne Your are doing great with the exercises and Molly feels and is more relaxed and so are you. Keep doing what you doing and well done
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dale S Fox Glacier, South Island | November 30 2023
What can I say , I had tried several online training courses which didn't really do it , so my vet suggested Bark Busters after buddy was a real pain in the clinic. I will admit to being a little concerned as it was a lot of money and although Marks reviews where good I had read a lot of other trainers reviews that weren't so good. Any way Mark arrived we had three hours which I didn't think would be enough with a hyper active dog. Well if you are in doubt like I was , just do it . Buddy is dramatically calmer, walks to heal, no more pulling, recall is not quite there yet but we will work on it , its opnly been a few days so far. So thank you Mark I am very impressed although I will admit to missing my crazy mad puppy in a good way, but the whole of the village is impressed with buddy and what Mark at Bark Busters achieved in one session . Still things to work on but money very well spent Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Hyperactivity, Pulling
Trainer note from Mark : Buddy is a 1yr old Chocolate lab x Vizsla,from good hunting stock, very hyped and no focus initially, very pushy , very jumping , pulled and recall was an issue as was escaping and skiving off to the village cafes in search of food. He did really well in the lesson and we'll need more input but initial lesson day results are showing through already. Great job Buddy and Fox Glacier team of 3. I'm looking forward to the second session to fine tune anything needing adjustments.
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Janine F Auckland, North Island | November 29 2023
Keiko was very clear and thorough with her advise and training. Freddie responded really well to the direction she was given. We feel like we are on the right track with her now and anticipate some good changes. Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Recall
Trainer note from Keiko : Thank you for taking time to leave a review Janine! Freddie (5 years old Westiepoo) needed to understand there are rules, boundaries and most importantly who makes them. Yes, you are on the right track! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Freddie 😊
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Lauriane M Auckland, North Island | November 28 2023
Keiko is magic. She was able to bring order to the chaos that erupts at our front gate anytime someone arrives, and our new puppy Luna was learning bad habits. The calmness that Keiko helped us achieve by teaching the humans of the house how to understand dogs was remarkable. So much help and information that has helped us to redirect behaviour and understand our dogs is priceless. An excellent investment! Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Digging, Jumping up, Puppy management, Toileting
Trainer note from Keiko : Thank you Lauriane for taking time to leave a review! I was very happy how Luna (12 weeks old Husky Golden Retriever cross) responded to her first session. She was a little confused about rules and boundaries. She is happy now that you took the leadership! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Luna 😊
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Kane C Auckland / East Tamaki, North Island | November 27 2023
Even though my English writing skills are not good, I hope you will understand and read it. I was looking for a trainer to correct my dog's barking and misbehavior. I found out about this company through the Internet, and after reading numerous reviews and thinking about it, my dog had first training. Stephan was kind enough to us and our dog and explain the upcoming classes. There is still a long way to go, but I have hope that things will get better. Thank you Stephan and Bark Busters! Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Barking
Trainer note from Stephan : Hi Kane Thank you for the review. Keep doing the exercises you have been doing with Bella You both are doing great. She is already listening to you and she is much calmer.
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Drew C Hillcrest, North Island | November 22 2023
Keiko was wonderful. She set the tone brilliantly and expertly explained how and why the system works. We are so looking forward to Briar becoming the best she can be. Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Aggression, Barking
Trainer note from Keiko : Thank you Drew for taking time to leave a review, it is my pleasure to work with you and Briar (Staffy cross 15 months old). 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 Briar, so keep me posted😊
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Irene B Lyall bay, North Island | November 20 2023
Fantastic awesome. My daughter was highly impressed and was telling her twin what an awesome trainer you were and she's strait up so if you get a compliment from her,then you are definitely good. Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Recall
Trainer note from Keith : Fantastic, that's very high praise indeed, thank you. Your collective enthusiasm for getting on top of the issues and making a happier calmer dog makes for an enjoyable training session and future success. Like you, I'm looking forward to seeing less reactivity and barking, and more chill!
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Si L Auckland, North Island | November 18 2023
My 5 year old Staffy/American Bulldog has been barking at every visitor coming through the door and every person walking past the house. A month ago she finally nipped at a visitor and that's when I knew I needed to do something. I did not know or have the tools on how to deal with this and I knew locking her in her crate each time a visitor came in was not fixing the root problem. Keiko was amazing, on the first day she established within a few minutes what was going on, that Delta was confused and was trying to be pack leader of our family. Keiko gave us the theory and practice needed to break Delta out of her barking frenzy, calm down and meet this new visitor completely calm and happy. It was amazing, a massive weight was lifted of our shoulders and it gave me the confidence to know everything was going to be ok. Keiko is worth every penny and I am so glad I called her in. We and Delta are much happier (and only after the first lesson!) and with the homework and lessons that will follow I'm looking forward to the new positive relationship we can have with Delta. Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Recall
Trainer note from Keiko : Thank you Sri for taking the time to leave a review, I was very happy how Delta (5 year old Staffy/American Bulldog cross) responded to her first session. She just needed to understand there are rules, boundaries and most importantly who makes them. She was so happy that you took the leadership! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Delta 😊
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Ileana N Auckland, North Island | November 17 2023
I am incredibly grateful for the amazing help from Keiko. My dog has issues with excessive barking, jumping, and anxiety at home and also during walks, with Keiko's guidance I noticed results from the very first session. Keiko's patience and professionalism were key. She taught our family effective techniques, and now we can communicate better with our dog and he behaves better. I highly recommend her services without hesitation! Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
Trainer note from Keiko : Thank you Ileana for taking time to leave a review, it is my pleasure to work with you and Propel (Yorkshire Terrier 2 years old). I was very happy to see how he responded to his first session. Keep up the good work! Propel needed a clear rules and boundaries. My help is only a phone call away.😊
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Sarah D Auckland, North Island | November 16 2023
My puppy is improving overtime and I am starting to feel more confident as a dog owner. Stephan is clear and easy to communicate with. Permalink
Bark Busters dealt with Other, Pulling, Recall
Trainer note from Stephan : Thank you Sarah. You both have done well with the exercises and the results speak for themselves. Well done