Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
23rd November 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
The one problem we had was Petal’s incessant barking at the slightest noise. Keiko was just amazing she right away diagnosed the problem the Petal was an anxious pup and that was her way of expressing in self defense. Keiko first taught us how to gain the confidence of the dog and then showed us how to curb her barking. Now Petal is SO good that even the neighbours notice how quiet she is. Thanks to Keiko 🙠Keiko is the most amazing trainer. She is so knowledgeable and has such a wonderful way with dogs. 😊 We are so lucky to have her to train our dog. Thank you Keiko for the wonderful job you have done with Petal.
16th November 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko is the real deal. An absolute professional with the ability to both do and teach. Having read and watched all the dog training information and tv series I could find I was unable to achieve the outcomes I wanted with my dogs prior to meeting Keiko. My relationship with my dogs changed almost instantly with instruction from Keiko. How surreal it was to find myself in a situation "as seen on tv" where my dogs suddenly did all the right things and were happy and relaxed about it! Keiko made this happen by teaching me how to communicate in a way my dogs understood and respected. Keiko has brilliant ways of explaining dog behaviour and thinking that I'd never heard before, and which provided many 'aha' moments. As someone who has been around a lot of dogs for much of my life I thought I knew what I was doing, and was reluctant to seek help. However, thanks to Keiko, I now have a new and effective way of communicating with my dogs; they understand it and are so much more relaxed and happy already.
11th October 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We were very pleased with how the training session went and can already see some good progress in Rick. We were able to understand better how Rick thinks and communicates, and then to recognise how to use this to provide boundaries and rules for him.
27th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko has opened up another set of eyes in terms of dog behaviour. We have another older dog and you never stop learning about how best to train your pets to get the best out of them.
Keiko is extremely patient with both Bear and us (lol), makes herself available and very helpful.
The reason we engaged her was Bear had been really naughty and had to front up to court. Keiko upon request and without any hesitation came along to support us in court which we thought was amazing and well and truly beyond the call of duty! Before the appearing in court she had provided full reports for Bear.
We are really happy with the progress Bear is making, he is such a different dog to before we met Keiko. It is work in progress and the great thing about Bark Busters is the support is for life.
Thank you so much Keiko and we look forward to continuing the journey with you!!
25th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko was amazing with Tyson from the moment she stepped in our front door.
Straight away we could see Tyson was a bit different – he respected Keiko and there was an understanding between them when she was engaging with him.
She methodically went through the Bark Busters program on the ipad explaining everything and answering all our questions.
Keiko was clear and precise around how the pack hierarchy works and the importance for us to take charge and be the leader – this was really insightful and started us understanding and thinking about our relationship with Tyson in a bigger, more holistic way.
After already trying two other dog trainers, we were starting to think maybe Tyson would always act in the way he was behaving - we hadn’t seen any improvement.
Keiko explained a lot of the training is around how we are as owners. One of the big things we wanted was to be able to take Tyson for a walk on lead and not have him pulling and yanking us the whole way. He's a big boy - 45kgs.
After learning about the "bah" noise and the proper way to lead, it was pretty much instant and we were shocked - total night and day. He walked along side me with a slack j-shaped lead and has very rarely pulled ahead again.
We are still working on this when other dogs are around, but our foundation is getting stronger and stronger.
Tyson is more attentive to us and making improvements all the time.
Kieko has been a life-saver as we thought the way Tyson was it – she’s made a huge difference in our world and the way we interact with him – and I know he’s happier as well.
Would thoroughly recommend Keiko.
14th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
The training is very professional and found something that are in urgent need of correction such as tail chasing.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very happy with the way Rex (German Shepherd 3 year old) responded to the training. Although the owner didn't think his tail chasing behaviour was not a problem but had to be addressed. He did very well. Keep up the good work!
I was very happy with the way Rex (German Shepherd 3 year old) responded to the training. Although the owner didn't think his tail chasing behaviour was not a problem but had to be addressed. He did very well. Keep up the good work!
10th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
It was wonderful! We were so surprised to see Kona respond immediately to Keiko's methods. WOW! Kona has never been so relaxed and quiet. It was a joy to see her like that and really gave us hope for success with her!
Trainer note from Keiko
Kona (8 month old Labrador) responded to the training really well. I was very pleased. But she is still a young girl, keep up the good work!
Kona (8 month old Labrador) responded to the training really well. I was very pleased. But she is still a young girl, keep up the good work!
9th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko took the time to get to know our dogs, she patiently watched all the triggers, and observed the behaviour of both ourselves and the dogs. She provided insight into Busby's behaviour that we were totally oblivious to prior to Keiko's visit. She gave us tools and techniques in a very simple manner to help us form a wonderful, lifelong bond with Busby in a non-coercive manner, without the use of treats or bribery. We can't thank you enough Keiko - WE are fully committed to the BarkBusters way - Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Already we have a pack of Newfoundlands that has started listening and responding to us, like never before.
Trainer note from Keiko
Great to hear they are doing well. I was very pleased with the way they responded to the training. Keep up the good work! :)
Great to hear they are doing well. I was very pleased with the way they responded to the training. Keep up the good work! :)
6th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
The training was fantastic. I have noticed a major improvement in the dogs already. They don't bark when we leave the house anymore or when someone comes to the door.
Keiko was great at explaining why our dog was behaving like he was.
Trainer note from Keiko
The boys responded to the training really well. Great to hear they are behaving better:) Keep up the good work!
The boys responded to the training really well. Great to hear they are behaving better:) Keep up the good work!
5th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
The training was great it was very informative and any questions or concerns we had were answered and dealt with at the training. The boys made progress and responded on the first training session I was very impressed.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very pleased with the way boys (English Staffy cross, 8 month old) responded to the training. They are very sweet boys:) Keep up the good work!
I was very pleased with the way boys (English Staffy cross, 8 month old) responded to the training. They are very sweet boys:) Keep up the good work!
4th September 2017 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko is fantastic! Buddy has not been an easy puppy and she has been so helpful. She has an amazing calmness that rubs off on animals and humans alike.
Trainer note from Keiko
Buddy (Pug Griffon cross, 6 month old) is a very cleaver boy. I was very pleased with the way he responded to the training. Keep up the good work! :)
Buddy (Pug Griffon cross, 6 month old) is a very cleaver boy. I was very pleased with the way he responded to the training. Keep up the good work! :)
