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Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials

4th October 2025 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Barking, Chewing, Digging, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

We really enjoyed the training, we now understand how leadership is the most important factor. We are really happy how quickly Yoto's behavior has changed. Keith did a great job to explain the training exercises. I definitely recommend Bark Busters if you are having issues with your dog.

- S.K, Porirua (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you. It's great to hear how quickly he's changed. As an anxious dog he'll be happier already. He's a big strong Labrador so getting the walking right is important along with the stuff inside. He'll be enjoying his walks more, and you will be enjoying them more as well. I'm looking forward to seeing his progress. Good job!

29th September 2025 - Keith Mockett

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

Keith was amazing. Dogs were so calm with him and he trained us well! In one week the difference in our puppies is amazing

- M.J, Lower hutt (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you. Mini Schnauzers can have a bit of attitude, 2 Mini Schnauzers is a lot of attitude! And they're just puppies who aren't even teens so there is more to come! You and they responded really well in the session and it's great to hear they are responding well to your ongoing training. This is setting them up to be the dogs you want them to be. I'm looking forward to seeing more.

27th September 2025 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling

It was lovely to meet Mark today!! Our girl Xena was a terrible lead puller and very fear reactive around strange dogs. Mark taught us some great techniques to help Xena and make us better leaders for her. We still have a way to go on our journey together, but going forward we now have the skills and the homework to create wonderful peaceful walking days!! Canโ€™t recommend Mark enough, great to have that on-going support too.

- L.C, Rakaia Canterbury (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Xena is a 4yr old Huntaway x Lab, called in for dog reactive issues as well as pulling , jumping up ,barking ,recall issues. Loved by the family dearly but a struggle to walk down the street. After the lesson the knowledge imparted made such a huge difference to both Xena and the owners ability to calm Xena's world. There will be some work in progress that will be addressed on the next lesson. Great strides forward guys ,catch up soon .

20th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall, Separation anxiety

Keiko is highly knowledgeable and passionate. The skills we have been taught are already making a difference to our puppy and his behaviours. She is always only a text or phone call away. We are very glad to have chosen Keiko as our trainer and our feeling positive about more progress to come. We would highly recommend her to anyone :)

- C.G, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Charlotte! You are doing a great job with Bear (7 months old Cocker Spaniel). I was very happy to see his great progress. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Bear ๐Ÿ˜Š

17th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling

The advice and knowledge shared by Keiko is amazing. Her ability to help us to better communicate with "Tama" is a game changer. In just a couple of hours we learned so much and we are so excited to continue on this journey. Thank you Keiko and Bark Busters!!

- T.K, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Tania for taking the time to leave a review, I was very happy how Tama (2 years old German Shephard cross) responded to his first sessions. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Tama ๐Ÿ˜Š

15th September 2025 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Aggression, Barking

We canโ€™t recommend Bark Busters highly enough. Our dog Acorn used to bark and show aggression toward anyone visiting our home, which made having guests stressful. Within just one day of Markโ€™s training, we had a completely different dog โ€” calm, relaxed, and welcoming. The training was simple, effective, and based on common-sense methods that worked straight away with out food treats constantly. We can now enjoy having visitors again without worry. Thank you, Mark, for giving us (and Acorn) such peace of mind!

- M.C, Halswell , Christchurch (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Acorn is a 5yr old Mini Schnauzer x Cairn Terrier. It appears he had attitude to match the terrier breeds. Extremely barky at anything in his earshot or sight , he ownes the view, pulled and can be quite reactive ,verging aggressive to visitors especially men. Basically a fear aggressive wee man who needed guidance. Our first lesson was very good and he responded very well , although I'm sure he'll try and push the new house rules of engagement. I love seeing the results of finally teaching speaking dog. Great work guys , keen to have a follow up soon to fine tune anything not quite sorted.

14th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Separation anxiety, Other

Working with Keiko from our first lesson gave me a true understanding of the real relationship between dogs and their owners and from that I saw results almost immediately. Within a week Harley has improved in all areas of concerns. I am following Keikoโ€™s instructions daily and can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I honestly wish that I had called her sooner.

- C.P, Manly, WHANGAPARAOA (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Courtney! Great to hear you learnt a lot. Harley (3 years old Labradoodle) needed to understand who is in charge.๐Ÿ˜‰ 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 Harley ๐Ÿ˜Š

14th September 2025 - Keith Mockett

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

Keith is a great communicator. His knowledge, reassurance and support made me at feel at ease and confident in my ability to train my dog. The results are amazing.

- S.D, Upper Hutt (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thank you. Jack Russell's can be feisty characters but having clear communication and him respecting as his leader makes all the difference. And he'll be happier as well. Win win.

12th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry

Gustie did great during his first lesson! Heโ€™s starting to get used to the new rules and the leadership in our family.

- S.P, Milford (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for a review Szilvia! Gustie (Boxer 2 years old) needed to understand who is in charge.๐Ÿ˜‰ Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Gustie ๐Ÿ˜Š

11th September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling

Hi - immediate results so we are delighted with progress to date. Kept it simple and didn't try and do too much - we are having ongoing success with behaviour and looking forward to moving forward with our dogs.

- k.R, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Karen! I was very happy with the way Scrabble (5 years old, Wheaten Terrier) responded to her first session. And great to hear she is doing well. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Scrabble ๐Ÿ˜Š

5th September 2025 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Sibling rivalry

I sought help from Mark in relation to my two dogs. Both Staffies. I was having major issues with them thinking they owned our place, hyperactive , barking at the passers by and walking Arlo was a nightmare with pulling. From the minute Arlo thought we were going for a walk, he would scream around the house, be really pushy, jumpy, totally unfocussed and then proceed to drag me around the streets. Just one lesson with Mark has made a massive difference. I can now identify Arlos triggers and have him settle before even leaving the house which is leading to better walks. Still a long way to go but I feel as though we are on the right track now! Mark was my last hope after already using three different trainers, and I wish I had of just used him from the beginning!!

- B.H, Lincoln ,Christchurch (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Arlo is a full of energy Staffy who at 3.5yrs old should be relaxed. He responded well to our inside the house training which is where it always needs to start, minor adjustments in the house make a massive difference to his response outside the house. We walked nicely down the street with Mum in charge and no problems of over excitement or pulling. A first for Arlo ( video on face book: Bark Busters South island). Certainly there will be adjustments to be made but first lesson is a winner already . Awesome work master Arlo and team .

3rd September 2025 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Hyperactivity, Pulling, Recall, Other

Keiko was very pleasant to work with and explained everything to us clearly for us to understand. And taught us how to use commands for Gem to respond too. Progress is going well and we have noticed the change in Gem to our commands. Very pleased with results so far.

- A.P, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for a review Alan! I was very happy with the way Gem (G.S. Pointer 3 year old) responded to her first session. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Gem ๐Ÿ˜Š

 

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