Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
18th November 2024 - Mark Gall
This is our first dog, and since we have younger kids, only one of us has been through puppy school and on the puppy training journey so far. I think in retrospect (and to my surprise) the best thing that came out of our training was that the family were included, and now we are all working in the same direction when it comes to managing and raising a new puppy. It was a lot to take in and absorb, so we are grateful for all the notes to refer to and the lifetime support guarantee from Bark Busters.
Trainer note from Mark
As new to dogs this family really needed the guidance that in home training can give. Rosie is a very active 6mth old Foxy x Poodle who's barking with separation anxiety had already upset the neighbour but even with out that, the family needed to know how and why she does things . Teaching speak dog to people really does get the proper communication going in the right direction. keen to catch up with Rosie and family soon for round two.
As new to dogs this family really needed the guidance that in home training can give. Rosie is a very active 6mth old Foxy x Poodle who's barking with separation anxiety had already upset the neighbour but even with out that, the family needed to know how and why she does things . Teaching speak dog to people really does get the proper communication going in the right direction. keen to catch up with Rosie and family soon for round two.
18th November 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Truthfully, I was hesitant to get help with my dog because I didn't want to be judged on my total lack of knowledge of how to raise her. I'm so glad we went ahead with it because Keiko showed me how to truly love my dog and how much pressure she is carrying because I haven't taken a leadership role so she has had to step in and carry that responsibility. We have only had one training session but Onyx walked on a loose leash like a champ. I'm looking forward to being able to do all the things I've wanted to do with my dog that I haven't been able to because of her reactive behaviour. I'm truly amazed and grateful at how simple Keiko explained things and how much hope I have now after just one interaction with Bark Busters.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Mags for taking the time to leave a review. I was very happy how Onyx (2 years old Shar Pei cross) responded to her first session. She was happy for you to take the leadership! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Onyx 😊
Thank you Mags for taking the time to leave a review. I was very happy how Onyx (2 years old Shar Pei cross) responded to her first session. She was happy for you to take the leadership! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Onyx 😊
16th November 2024 - Mark Gall
Excellent session with heaps of value for the whole family
Trainer note from Mark
Spencer is a Tibetan terrier 11mths old, Barker ,hyper , jumper , puller , not come backer. We have only done a single lesson for Spencer as he really only needed that and he responded well to the speak dog techniques . The owners keeping the daily programming and focus exercises in place will do wonders for Spencer's focus and obedience.
Spencer is a Tibetan terrier 11mths old, Barker ,hyper , jumper , puller , not come backer. We have only done a single lesson for Spencer as he really only needed that and he responded well to the speak dog techniques . The owners keeping the daily programming and focus exercises in place will do wonders for Spencer's focus and obedience.
15th November 2024 - Mark Gall
I throughly enjoyed my appointment with Zoe, within a day she was already doing so much better. She is even getting in her travel crate by herself! Knowing the best way to deal with her makes so much difference!
Trainer note from Mark
Zoe is a foxy of a 1.5 yrs old. Very anxious and barks at lots , Separation anxiety was the main issue. Shes a very needy dog but with the correct refocusing and application of the pack rules has already shown improvement. On going improvements are reliant on the owners sticking to the house rules and pack rules for Zoe to feel relaxed and not needing to be in charge.
Zoe is a foxy of a 1.5 yrs old. Very anxious and barks at lots , Separation anxiety was the main issue. Shes a very needy dog but with the correct refocusing and application of the pack rules has already shown improvement. On going improvements are reliant on the owners sticking to the house rules and pack rules for Zoe to feel relaxed and not needing to be in charge.
15th November 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko was amazing. The training she taught us has completely transformed Miles. He is a much calmer dog now. He responded so well to the training and it was surprisingly simple. Could not recommend Keiko more. Thank you so much!
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Alexandra! I was very happy with the way Miles (3 years old Border Terrier) responded to his training. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Miles 😊
Thank you Alexandra! I was very happy with the way Miles (3 years old Border Terrier) responded to his training. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Miles 😊
14th November 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We are blown away by the progress our three year old, recently adopted Golden Retriever has made after just one session with Keiko. He has gone from barely responding to our commands to following instructions like an absolute champ - we are so proud of him! We can't wait to watch him continue to progress. We trust Keiko completely and can't recommend her highly enough.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Lucy! I was very happy with the way Manny (Golden Retriever 3 years old) responded to his first session. He was an A+ student! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Manny 😊
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Lucy! I was very happy with the way Manny (Golden Retriever 3 years old) responded to his first session. He was an A+ student! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Manny 😊
13th November 2024 - Keith Mockett
Keith is brilliant - only had our first session with a small but feisty 3 month old. I’ve owned dogs for over 20 years, but puppy just wasn't responding how I expected. Mandy is now coming on leaps and bounds - within 1 week toileting and nipping were under control! Highly recommend
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Kim. That's excellent news, well done all of you! It's amazing what clear communication and leadership does for the dog, and the humans. Keep at it, be consistent and persistent and it will become ingrained in you and the dog. Cheers.
Thanks Kim. That's excellent news, well done all of you! It's amazing what clear communication and leadership does for the dog, and the humans. Keep at it, be consistent and persistent and it will become ingrained in you and the dog. Cheers.
24th October 2024 - Keith Mockett
Very good - helpful tips
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Anne. Still a bit of work to do but good progress made in the first session. I'm looking forward to helping you embed it further as per our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee.
Thanks Anne. Still a bit of work to do but good progress made in the first session. I'm looking forward to helping you embed it further as per our Life of the Dog Support Guarantee.
22nd October 2024 - Keith Mockett
Lovely working with Keith i found his manner to be great
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Katherine, I appreciate your feedback. I enjoyed our session and meeting you all and your Siberian Husky puppy. He's got a lot of change to go through as he grows to adulthood and I'm looking forward to working with you all. Go well!
Thanks Katherine, I appreciate your feedback. I enjoyed our session and meeting you all and your Siberian Husky puppy. He's got a lot of change to go through as he grows to adulthood and I'm looking forward to working with you all. Go well!
21st October 2024 - Mark Gall
We had our first session with Mark three weeks ago and we feel that Bella is getting the picture that she's not in charge ha ha... her reactivity on lead has improved dramatically, we are able to effectively intercept her charging to the front gate when next door dogs go off and most importantly the game of jumping on our bed is over YAY!!! Highly recommend Mark and the Bark Busters training - Mark was enthusiastic, the session was fun and the techniques work.
Trainer note from Mark
Bella is a large 2 yr old ridgeback x mastiff or similar, strong , loud bark and anxious of new people on her territory and dog reactive. She just needed mum and dads guidance , speaking dog to teach her to refocus and relax. Her response to our training lesson was great , hardest part is getting the habits of not letting her be in charge in a nice way. Then desensitizing and lowering adrenalin in the high reactive problems. Great feed back so far. Nice job team Bella.
Bella is a large 2 yr old ridgeback x mastiff or similar, strong , loud bark and anxious of new people on her territory and dog reactive. She just needed mum and dads guidance , speaking dog to teach her to refocus and relax. Her response to our training lesson was great , hardest part is getting the habits of not letting her be in charge in a nice way. Then desensitizing and lowering adrenalin in the high reactive problems. Great feed back so far. Nice job team Bella.
20th October 2024 - Mark Gall
Absolutely amazing! Our dog Delta was always pulling on the lead literally hurting my back when walking her! She had zero recall and would escape and run away embarrassingly so many times!
After just 3 hours Mark had taught us and her how to come on demand, how to walk loose leash beside us -EVEN while a girl was delivering phamlets! She was able to remain focused on me and not get too excited and distracted! Absolutely amazing! A whole new relationship between our dog and I it’s incredible! I look forward to walking her! She also had harness regression and wouldn’t put her harness on to walk! We were given a special training harness from Mark and today our dog actually rolled over onto her back to get her harness on! Everything was explained clearly ,demonstrated and we were also taught hands on
Absolutely and very highly recommend mark from bark busters!!
Trainer note from Mark
Delta is a headstrong wee French Bulldog . refused to come back , pulled , jumped up , lunged at people for attention, quite hyper and all in the name of game playing. fun temperament but frustrating for the owners. Their other Frenchie is the good focused boy. The day of the lesson was the day of house move too. Quite a bit of Chaos but both the dogs and the owners did very well and clearly have applied the techniques so far. I'm keen to catch up shortly and take any next steps needed. Great work guys.
Delta is a headstrong wee French Bulldog . refused to come back , pulled , jumped up , lunged at people for attention, quite hyper and all in the name of game playing. fun temperament but frustrating for the owners. Their other Frenchie is the good focused boy. The day of the lesson was the day of house move too. Quite a bit of Chaos but both the dogs and the owners did very well and clearly have applied the techniques so far. I'm keen to catch up shortly and take any next steps needed. Great work guys.
15th October 2024 - Mark Gall
We had Mark come in on Saturday for our first session to help us with our dogs Xena and Kobe. Mark is awesome, he was so good at explaining what was going on and then what we need to do differently. He was patient and we loved his sense of humour.
This is still a work in progress but with Mark’s help and support we will get there!
Trainer note from Mark
I was called in for mainly Kobe a 16mth old Staffy with dog reactive issues along with full on no stop button problems. Also, Zena who needed lots of tweaking too. From pulling to barking at everything. Both dogs did very well once the right body language and communication was applied. Check up in a week or two. Great job team, see you again soon.
I was called in for mainly Kobe a 16mth old Staffy with dog reactive issues along with full on no stop button problems. Also, Zena who needed lots of tweaking too. From pulling to barking at everything. Both dogs did very well once the right body language and communication was applied. Check up in a week or two. Great job team, see you again soon.