Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
27th April 2021 - Mark Gall
My husband and I really enjoyed out lesson with Mark. We really learnt a lot and the techniques that we were shown, we can use on Rosie. She is already doing really well with her walking already that Mark has shown us. I recommend anyone that has been having problems with their dog to get Bark Busters involved as you will notice a difference very quickly. Thank you so much, it was excellent! Jackie
24th November 2020 - Mark Gall
I have a 10 month old border Collie named clover who was aggressive towards people she didn't know. So i searched up what to do about it, and Bark Busters came up. I immediately got in touch with Mark, who talked me through what he would do. Then i booked a lesson. When Mark turned up, Clover was off the leash, and run to the gate barking. Her hackles were up, and she was on her guard, (what she does to every visitor) Mark then talked me through why she did this, and helped me to calm her down, and understand what she was feeling. By the first 5 minutes, we had her listening, and she was doing everything Mark and I was saying. Incredible transformation., and he also helped with other small problems, like pulling on the leash, walking with out a leash, and even helped out with cattle. Overall, I would DEFIENTLY recommend Bark Busters to anyone having any troubles with their dog. Friendly helpful service, and learnt a lot from the experience. By the end of the lesson, all my problems was solved, and she is a much more enjoyable dog to have around. Thanks Mark, and to anyone having problems with their puppy/dog this guy knows his stuff!
9th September 2020 - Mark Gall
We had a major problem with our older dog accepting our new pup and after 3 months of keeping them separated we were at the end of our tether. Mark Gall was recommended to us so we got him out and within 2 weeks the two dogs are playing together and inseparable. We both have had dogs all our lives but learned so much in the three hours we spent with Mark. Thanks so much Mark, we have our lives back now ???
25th May 2020 - Mark Gall
From the moment Mark walked in the door things began to change for us and Mia. Mark was able to explain to us in very understandable terms how we might alter our approach. Then he was able to help us instigate these changes immediately. Mia responded so well. It is only day one and we have a lot of practice to do. But it feels like we have finally found a way forward after trying so many different alternatives. Thank you Mark for your help.
Trainer note from Mark
Mia was a very hyped 7mth GSP. She was so unfocussed in side and out in the yard but the major problems are outside her large section. Very limited focus and pulls to anything of interest, Extremely hard to walk nicely. The 1st session showed some good improvements and the owners are impressed , still a work in progress though.
Mia was a very hyped 7mth GSP. She was so unfocussed in side and out in the yard but the major problems are outside her large section. Very limited focus and pulls to anything of interest, Extremely hard to walk nicely. The 1st session showed some good improvements and the owners are impressed , still a work in progress though.
23rd May 2020 - Mark Gall
We saw a massive change in Frankies behaviour after one session. We feel confident we can manage her fear of cars and car lunging in a kind way. Mark was great with the whole family, and our older dog too!
Trainer note from Mark
Frankie was scared of cars ,joggers, movement as she had her first couple of months in the quiet of lockdown, no traffic, not contact. Being a Border Collie she has a natural tendency to chase and herd, not good when its cars. She is a work in progress because she's very young but has proved she can refocus form the perceived threats and look and listen to her pawrents. Nice work team Frankie.
Frankie was scared of cars ,joggers, movement as she had her first couple of months in the quiet of lockdown, no traffic, not contact. Being a Border Collie she has a natural tendency to chase and herd, not good when its cars. She is a work in progress because she's very young but has proved she can refocus form the perceived threats and look and listen to her pawrents. Nice work team Frankie.
23rd May 2020 - Mark Gall
We saw a massive change in Frankies behaviour after one session. We feel confident we can manage her fear of cars and car lunging in a kind way. Mark was great with the whole family, and our older dog too!
Trainer note from Mark
Little 5mth Border Collie , fear aggressive to cars , as well as basic training. The owner had to carry her back from a walk because of her hyped state and car lunging. The lesson went well and the owners applied the techniques very well, huge improves in the 1st session. Next steps soon. Nice work guys.
Little 5mth Border Collie , fear aggressive to cars , as well as basic training. The owner had to carry her back from a walk because of her hyped state and car lunging. The lesson went well and the owners applied the techniques very well, huge improves in the 1st session. Next steps soon. Nice work guys.
20th May 2020 - Mark Gall
Fantastic training and having it in home made all the difference to explain to Mark areas within the house and section we needed help with. We have some thing to work on and then Mark will come back again to help us.
Trainer note from Mark
Little Hurley a Cavoodle, arrived at the owners home the day before lockdown, So at 5 mths now this little guy has had no formal training , no puppy school due to social contact restrictions. He's a great wee man and responded well and part of Bark Busters lifetime support guarantee . We will be continuing several sessions with Hurley as he progresses and responds to basic training. So far he's doing great. Fun fella and the owners are awesome.
Little Hurley a Cavoodle, arrived at the owners home the day before lockdown, So at 5 mths now this little guy has had no formal training , no puppy school due to social contact restrictions. He's a great wee man and responded well and part of Bark Busters lifetime support guarantee . We will be continuing several sessions with Hurley as he progresses and responds to basic training. So far he's doing great. Fun fella and the owners are awesome.
7th May 2020 - Mark Gall
The change in Dougal after 1 lesson has been great. This morning remembered to let me go out the door first. Had to be reminded a couple of time on leaving the crate but was able to get 2 mths away before inviting him to leave the crate. His first walk around the yard with me was a little slow but got there in the end. His response with the neighbours has improved already. Very happy with that.
Thanks Mark. Looking for to the next lesson
Trainer note from Mark
Got the call from the West coast to help curb this cute barker , nipper snapper. Progressively over a while Dougal 2 1/4 yr old Westie had got more barky at neighbours and postie /couriers. To the point of bite without breaking skin. Time to adjust the adrenalin. This lesson was done from my office computer to their tablet during the NZ lockdown so another session is due soon but so far the improvement and owners new skills are being applied brilliantly. well done team Dougal.
Got the call from the West coast to help curb this cute barker , nipper snapper. Progressively over a while Dougal 2 1/4 yr old Westie had got more barky at neighbours and postie /couriers. To the point of bite without breaking skin. Time to adjust the adrenalin. This lesson was done from my office computer to their tablet during the NZ lockdown so another session is due soon but so far the improvement and owners new skills are being applied brilliantly. well done team Dougal.
21st March 2020 - Mark Gall
Amazing, already recommended to friends this morning.
Took Banksy to the park today different dog, did not run off at all when off his lead and other dogs in the park! Played hide and seek and he loved it. Practiced all the techniques we learnt and have one very happy dog and family. Banksy now fast asleep, happy house.
Trainer note from Mark
Banksy is a 1 year old Labradoodle x Boxer, hence full of beans. Great temperament and loves dogs and people , a little too much. problems of exciteablity , jumping ,barking , running away to visit strangers on the other side of the park. Great lesson , whole family involved and all succeeded in refocusing Banksy. Nice work Team Banksy
Banksy is a 1 year old Labradoodle x Boxer, hence full of beans. Great temperament and loves dogs and people , a little too much. problems of exciteablity , jumping ,barking , running away to visit strangers on the other side of the park. Great lesson , whole family involved and all succeeded in refocusing Banksy. Nice work Team Banksy
2nd March 2020 - Mark Gall
Mark was great at getting us on the right track with Harley. He's already responding well to being outside, left alone and travelling in the car. He is still a puppy and a work-in-progress. Looking forward to working with Mark to give us a happy home.
Trainer note from Mark
A client from many years , Now on the puppy management process again. Great steps forward so far and we'll do more sessions as Harley grows. Well done Harley
A client from many years , Now on the puppy management process again. Great steps forward so far and we'll do more sessions as Harley grows. Well done Harley
5th February 2020 - Mark Gall
Thankyou so much Mark what a difference a couple hours training has done. I have a happy settled dog and I know now my life is going to so much easier now that I have learnt the skills to manage my lovely Ollie. Thanks so much
Trainer note from Mark
When I arrived Ollie a 13mth Spoodle greeted me at the door with full on jumping , hyper excitement then proceeded to bark for attention very consistently. 1st step was to get the owner to quiet Ollie just so we could talk ,so with the Bark Busters speakdog technique Mum had him quiet in minutes. He responded well to the training and for the first time in pups life a guest could sit and chat quietly. Ollie is an awesome dog but was just oo exciteable . Great work Ollie and Mum.
When I arrived Ollie a 13mth Spoodle greeted me at the door with full on jumping , hyper excitement then proceeded to bark for attention very consistently. 1st step was to get the owner to quiet Ollie just so we could talk ,so with the Bark Busters speakdog technique Mum had him quiet in minutes. He responded well to the training and for the first time in pups life a guest could sit and chat quietly. Ollie is an awesome dog but was just oo exciteable . Great work Ollie and Mum.
24th January 2020 - Mark Gall
Fantastic communication, explained everything in detail and gave examples of why we are doing the excises. Highly recommended
Trainer note from Mark
Rocky is a 5mth Chocolate lab who because of Xmas and holidays didn't have a puppy school training.. Clients are new to dogs so the in home one on one was ideal to teach the owners to teach Rocky. Greta pup , good temperament and full of play as most pups are. He responded well and the basic s are well on the way , Follow up sessions will come as he grows. Nice work guys.
Rocky is a 5mth Chocolate lab who because of Xmas and holidays didn't have a puppy school training.. Clients are new to dogs so the in home one on one was ideal to teach the owners to teach Rocky. Greta pup , good temperament and full of play as most pups are. He responded well and the basic s are well on the way , Follow up sessions will come as he grows. Nice work guys.