Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
29th July 2024 - Keith Mockett
After just the first session I have my dog under control when out and about and he is so much better when encountering other dogs. No longer pulls on the lead and in general he is much more relaxed.
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Sally. Nothing like some leadership and communication to help him understand what's expected and acceptable behaviour. Pulling on the lead and dog reactivity are challenging but with his strength it can be extra challenging! Fantastic response from him, and you. He knows how to do this, and so do you! Be persistent and consistent with the great work!
Thanks Sally. Nothing like some leadership and communication to help him understand what's expected and acceptable behaviour. Pulling on the lead and dog reactivity are challenging but with his strength it can be extra challenging! Fantastic response from him, and you. He knows how to do this, and so do you! Be persistent and consistent with the great work!
27th July 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark was great.
Trainer note from Mark
Todds dog is timid lovely but shy temperament English x American Staffy. 9mths old. He couldn't get her to come to him ,even in the house, by calling her . She would if he sat down, but it took ages for her courage to rise to come over to him . She also pulled a lot . Only one session so far but walking is greatly improved and she comes when called now, Great job Qwen and Todd. Check up in a week.
Todds dog is timid lovely but shy temperament English x American Staffy. 9mths old. He couldn't get her to come to him ,even in the house, by calling her . She would if he sat down, but it took ages for her courage to rise to come over to him . She also pulled a lot . Only one session so far but walking is greatly improved and she comes when called now, Great job Qwen and Todd. Check up in a week.
2nd July 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark was awesome took his time to explain and show how to get results.
Trainer note from Mark
Max is an interesting dog, Amstaff x Doberman x Labrador. Very high prey drive. Hence the call to help. We had to work on some distance control ie: stop her leaving the owners side or chasing, pulling, and over excitement. Marlborough Council had been involved due to hunting what she shouldn't, completely unaware by the owner, new skills have certainly curbed her tendency to just run off to dogs or people but especially native protected birds. Great work Max and owners. Update me soon.
Max is an interesting dog, Amstaff x Doberman x Labrador. Very high prey drive. Hence the call to help. We had to work on some distance control ie: stop her leaving the owners side or chasing, pulling, and over excitement. Marlborough Council had been involved due to hunting what she shouldn't, completely unaware by the owner, new skills have certainly curbed her tendency to just run off to dogs or people but especially native protected birds. Great work Max and owners. Update me soon.
26th June 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko was so helpful, Ringo really responded to the training and had some excellent interactions immediately after. We are struggling a little bit now as we were at breaking point when she came and feel like we need a refresher to absorb it all properly but the techniques definitely work.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Jillinda! I was very happy with the way Ringo (Shepadoodle 5 months old) responded to his first session. But I understand the struggle. That's why we offer a lifetime support for Ringo. I am only a phone call away. I will come and give you a follow up session very soon.😊
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Jillinda! I was very happy with the way Ringo (Shepadoodle 5 months old) responded to his first session. But I understand the struggle. That's why we offer a lifetime support for Ringo. I am only a phone call away. I will come and give you a follow up session very soon.😊
21st June 2024 - Keith Mockett
Great session with Keith. He has a great style and is very patient. We’ve seen some good changes with our Jack and still working on his barking.
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Bob. Jack showed in the first session that he was understanding the new way things were being done. He'll become more relaxed and less reactive as you persist with the changes in your little interactions as well as the training exercises. I'm looking forward to seeing his progress.
Thanks Bob. Jack showed in the first session that he was understanding the new way things were being done. He'll become more relaxed and less reactive as you persist with the changes in your little interactions as well as the training exercises. I'm looking forward to seeing his progress.
19th June 2024 - Keith Mockett
My dog MaoMao is like the leader of the family. We are glad we engaged Trainer Keith. Trainer Keith is excellent: patient and knowledgeable. He demonstrated how to calm and train MaoMao. His method of teaching is very effective. He guided us well as first-time dog owners.
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Dave. There will be some challenges with MaoMao so our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee gives you our backup and support for his lifetime. With the whole family onboard and the tools and techniques we've introduced you'll be able to manage him better, and he'll be happier and calmer. Happy dog, happy family! Everyone will be able to enjoy MaoMao, not be stressed about his behaviour. I look forward to seeing everyone's progress.
Thanks Dave. There will be some challenges with MaoMao so our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee gives you our backup and support for his lifetime. With the whole family onboard and the tools and techniques we've introduced you'll be able to manage him better, and he'll be happier and calmer. Happy dog, happy family! Everyone will be able to enjoy MaoMao, not be stressed about his behaviour. I look forward to seeing everyone's progress.
18th June 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark was great and Steve responded straight away. Steve is like a different dog now and can’t wait to do more work with Mark
Trainer note from Mark
Steve the Spoodle had lots of fears and reactive to bikes and movement , vehicles and barks a lot. He responded well but will be a work in progress as he scored very high in not a great way on the behaviour quiz. Lots to work with. Great work guys , see you in a couple of weeks.
Steve the Spoodle had lots of fears and reactive to bikes and movement , vehicles and barks a lot. He responded well but will be a work in progress as he scored very high in not a great way on the behaviour quiz. Lots to work with. Great work guys , see you in a couple of weeks.
17th June 2024 - Mark Gall
Ace responded really well to Mark and the training we had given, in just the short session he had improved so much. Previously he had issues with rushing to the door and barking when someone was approaching as well as aggressive behaviour towards other dogs due to an incident that happened. He was also bad for pulling on the lead during walks. Since our session with Mark the pulling on the lead is almost non exisitent and he’s much more relaxed and calmer on walks, he still has a bit of learning to do but will only continue improving. Mark was great with us and Ace and explained everything easily talking us through each step of the way. Would highly recommend him!!!
Trainer note from Mark
Ace aced it. 4 yr old Staffy x Mastiff with dog reactive issues among other things . Pulling , jumps , all the family did great and sounds like the techniques of speakdog to teach dog worked . As all dogs Ace is a work in progress but great work so far guys . Checkin in a week with an update.
Ace aced it. 4 yr old Staffy x Mastiff with dog reactive issues among other things . Pulling , jumps , all the family did great and sounds like the techniques of speakdog to teach dog worked . As all dogs Ace is a work in progress but great work so far guys . Checkin in a week with an update.
16th June 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark was super helpful is every which way! I can’t believe how much progress our dog made in one visit! Highly recommended
Trainer note from Mark
Diesel is a strong minded Dachshund, dog reactive , barker and rusher of the door and front fence lines , also kiddy grumpy. Pushy on lead too. Shortly after starting the lesson Diesel showed his stubborn side but we worked through and he came to the party . By the sounds of it has improved hugely already. Great work by this young Winton couple. Nice work guys.
Diesel is a strong minded Dachshund, dog reactive , barker and rusher of the door and front fence lines , also kiddy grumpy. Pushy on lead too. Shortly after starting the lesson Diesel showed his stubborn side but we worked through and he came to the party . By the sounds of it has improved hugely already. Great work by this young Winton couple. Nice work guys.
16th June 2024 - Mark Gall
After our session with Mark, We felt so much more confident and capable with our 2 dogs. We have had issues with fear aggression when visitors come over and barking when the doorbell rings among other small things we didn't even know were issues! Such as height dominance, possession of space. A week after our session both dogs are a lot calmer and have taken excellently to the crates and training exercises. The whole house is more relaxed and the dogs know they need to listen to us.
Trainer note from Mark
Invercargill's resident barker boys ,Hugo Poodle 3yr mini poodle , and Murphy 1yr Foxy . Both very much reactive to door knocks, visitors , dogs , pullers of the leash, jump up and run the house mostly. Both dogs and both Humans worked really well and huge steps forward in the firsts session . Baby on the way so it was important to get it right and quickly. Great job team. keep me in the loop .
Invercargill's resident barker boys ,Hugo Poodle 3yr mini poodle , and Murphy 1yr Foxy . Both very much reactive to door knocks, visitors , dogs , pullers of the leash, jump up and run the house mostly. Both dogs and both Humans worked really well and huge steps forward in the firsts session . Baby on the way so it was important to get it right and quickly. Great job team. keep me in the loop .
15th June 2024 - Keith Mockett
Great session with Keith and whilst it’s not yet been 24-hours, we’ve noticed changes with our Jack already. Less barking! He definitely responds to the correction technique and even managed to not bark at those walking past this morning. Had my first loose lead walk with Jack around the block. So refreshing. Thank you so much, Keith. We look forward to continuing the training with Jack.
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Elaine. It's great to see a positive change so quickly. That clear communication and leadership means he understands what's required of him, and is responding appropriately. Jack's shown that he can do this, and so can you. I'm looking forward to seeing his progress. Be consistent, and persistent!
Thanks Elaine. It's great to see a positive change so quickly. That clear communication and leadership means he understands what's required of him, and is responding appropriately. Jack's shown that he can do this, and so can you. I'm looking forward to seeing his progress. Be consistent, and persistent!
13th June 2024 - Mark Gall
We were very impressed with how well Ziggy responded to the training in the first session as she is quite stubborn, Mark was great to deal with and had an answer to all of our questions. A week later and she’s making good progress! She’s improved a lot on her walks outside of the house which is awesome to see
Trainer note from Mark
Ziggy is a determined and stubborn French bulldog, loves people, not so much other dogs but is reactive to lots of things, barking for arrivals, barking screaming for people leaving, attacked the vacuum, and other household items. Very pully on lead. After teaching the owners how to communicate and use the right body language, the difference in Ziggy's behaviours was significant. Great work by the owners to apply the speak dog techniques. An Update in a couple of weeks show how well She's doing. Nice work guys.
Ziggy is a determined and stubborn French bulldog, loves people, not so much other dogs but is reactive to lots of things, barking for arrivals, barking screaming for people leaving, attacked the vacuum, and other household items. Very pully on lead. After teaching the owners how to communicate and use the right body language, the difference in Ziggy's behaviours was significant. Great work by the owners to apply the speak dog techniques. An Update in a couple of weeks show how well She's doing. Nice work guys.