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Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials

26th September 2023 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall

Tandy is a darling little 10-month-old Foxy Jack Russell cross - he’s snuggly, energetic, clever, quick to learn tricks, loves to play and run and is our best little mate. But he was very nippy with mum - constantly mouthing, nibbling and getting rougher with me as he got older. We tried puppy school, teenage puppy school and all of the tricks on the internet and while he learned all the usual commands really quickly, nothing we did stopped our little land shark! I was at my wit's end when I contacted Mark at Bark Busters. I was frustrated, there had been tears and I was exhausted trying to constantly deter Tandy from nipping at me and my clothes - which never really happened to my partner. I was getting pretty stressed out, annoyed and sad that I couldn’t seem to communicate with Tandy and I didn’t want him picking up on that and become scared, anxious or naughty with me. It felt like Tandy didn’t see me as any sort of leader, just a human chew toy! It felt like he was constantly hyped up, needed to settle and reset. Within about two minutes of arriving at our house Mark had sad the magic words and Tandy pretty much instantly started doing things very differently. We are now a week into our Bark Busters life and Tandy is so chilled, so relaxed, so calm and so responsive! We are still a work in progress but I can genuinely say he’s a different little mate from a week ago - barely a tooth has touched my skin! It’s a huge and amazing relief and we are SO thankful to Mark for teaching us how to talk to our puppy properly! We’ve also managed to significantly curb some secondary issues that were starting to emerge - barking outside, refusing to drop things he shouldn’t have. We are all SO much happier - and I SO much less exhausted now I am not constantly on guard. Thank you so much Mark! We would highly, highly recommend anyone else with pup issues (big or small) to try the Bark Busters programme. It’s phenomenal!! Mark is a legend, he was so patient, so helpful and we could not have sorted this without him!

- A.L, Christchurch (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Tandy was a special and feisty wee thing, 9mth old Jack Russell x Foxy full of too much Hyp and nippy bite. He responded great to the owners apply our speak dog to teach dog programming. starting with stopping the jumping and party nips. Great work in a short time and so pleased you love your new dog. see yOu soon for a REVISIT RECAP NECK UP CHECK UP.

25th September 2023 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

Keiko has been absolutely amazing for us and our pup Ralph. We were able to see differences immediately following the first training session and we feel confident that in time, we will see great results. Keiko is very knowledgeable and friendly and she has given us plenty of tips, tools and techniques to improve our dogs behaviour. We feel we are in safe hands and highly recommend her to anyone needing some help with their pup.

- E.R, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Emma for taking time to leave a review, it is my pleasure to work with you and Ralph (Cocker Spaniel 1.5 year old). I was very happy to see how he responded to his sessions. Keep up the good work! When you need further help, I am only a phone call away 😊

20th September 2023 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Sibling rivalry

Snoop is already responding to the training! Thank you so much Keith, looking forward to our next session :)

- H.M, Lower Hutt (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Hayleigh. I appreciate the feedback. He's not going to be an overnight fix but you've got our Lifetime Support Guarantee to see you through his challenging behaviours. Good job so far!

19th September 2023 - Keith Mockett

Keith dealt with Barking, Recall

Really great to understand how to communicate with our dog. We have noticed a difference already with a lot less barking.

- A.S, Wellington (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Angela. Less barking and a calmer, more relaxed, dog is a good thing, for him and his pack! He'll appreciate the clear communications and leadership. Good job!

16th September 2023 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Aggression

Mark was amazing with his teaching and his knowledge with dogs. Loved how he went over things inside 1st so we could get our head around it all before we started working with Mackie. What a difference the tools he gave us worked and how she responded immediately. I feel way more confident with her and my other dogs. Best call I ever made was to mark. Thank you so much

- S.G, Millers flat (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
The owner is a breeder of Blue and Red Heelers in a working farm environment , 22 dogs total through out the large hill country farm. 3 professional shepherds and 3 teams of work dogs , and the heelers. I was called in for aggression issues with one particularly strong willed red female heeler who dislikes men as will rush and nip, if she is snuck up on or frightened , due to an incident with of physicality with a previous worker. Fear aggression issues with a strong backing herself attitude. She responded well and with the already quite high skill set of the owners she'll improve, she maybe a work in progress but already going in the right direction. Nice work guys and gals.

16th September 2023 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Chewing, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall, Separation anxiety

Mark was inspirational, tireless and extremely accommodating. He answered all our questions, clearly and with great patience. He has changed our exhausted, "puppy in charge" life to a much more relaxed, "we call the shots now" life. This man obviously understands dogs so well and the focus on positivity and strong leadership by the owner vs force and negativity make us want to promote Bark Busters to any 'uneducated' dog owner. Mark absolutely earned the fee :) Thank you so much, Mark.

- M.M, Mataura (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Onespot is a 6mth old foxy and full on ,no off switch , was really challenging the owners , jumping ,nipping ,no recall , pulling, all in fun as far as Onespot was concerned. To add to the mix is a scared of life and everyone Chihuahua Richie, barked constantly at arrivals & neither were getting on with each other. As soon as I got the owners to apply the "speakdog to teach dog" language both dogs settled very quickly. Then we could walk through how to communicate effectively and kindly. Nice job team Onespot , I'll hear from you soon with an update.

15th September 2023 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Pulling, Recall

Mark was great! Took immediate control of our dogs particularly Bullit our 3yo Kelpie Amazing + training me ! Def recommended . Dont waste time with training collars etc Call Mark @ Bark Busters!

- J.H, Mt Pleasant (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Bullit is a kelpie possibly cross , 3 homes in 3 yrs, possibly been kicked or hit as he steps up to be very protective of the dad. Pulling a major problem and choosing not to come back another. Very clever dog who knows to try and be lead dog in the house hold. Great firsts steps but probably will be work in progress as the human behaviour changes to modify Bullits behaviours. I'm looking forward to seeing progress in a couple of weeks. Great job guys in applying the skills taught.

10th September 2023 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

Mark was amazing with bobby, bobby was taking over our house and we had some other trainers who were absolutely hopeless so we didn’t have high hopes, Mark had bobby trained within 3 hours to do things we did not think was possible, highly recommend, don’t waste your money anywhere else , we are looking forward to our next catch up

- C.B, Burwood (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Bobby was a very full on Staffy, lovely temperament but hyper whenever guests arrive. Extremely adrenalized and hard for the owners to get any focus at all. He responded very well to our Speak Dog to teach dog programming. A couple of next day questions from the owners and it appears he's really learning to chill out. Nice Job Mr Booby boy. See you in a few weeks for a recap and followup.

5th September 2023 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Pulling, Recall

Excellent training session with Keiko. Lulu responded straight away to directions. I learnt a lot too.

- F.W, Auckland (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Fiona! I was very happy to see how Lulu (Pomchi 3 years old) responded to her first session. Lulu was just confused. Now she understands there are rules and boundaries and who makes them :) Keep up the good work!

29th August 2023 - Mark Gall

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

Milo has been having a hard time dealing with separation anxiety, we now have the tools and training to use to help him deal with us leaving. He also used to jump and sleep on the couch and after one day he has yet to jump on the couch- its amazing!

- S.M, Blenheim (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Milo is a Ozzy shepherd ,very clever and interesting dog, super smart and has taken the owners needing to leave him at quarantine for the trip to NZ to heart. He assumed it was the dads fault so now reacts to dad leaving and sometimes getting very agro about it. Basically telling dad off for needing to leave. Tough case and the need to tread carefully but even in the lesson he got better . Definitely a work in progress. Great work so far guys.

28th August 2023 - Mark Gall

Mark dealt with Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Puppy management, Recall

Mark was fantastic so easy to relate to. Brilliant dog trainer great tips and nice clear list of homework to carry on with. Thanks again Mark

- L.P, Blenheim (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Mark
Little Misty is only a pup but the owners were struggling with his separation anxiety and basic obedience, strong wee temperament who really wasn't sure how to focus. Great steps forward for the first lesson and soon a second session to fine tune a little more.

27th August 2023 - Keiko Ruwhiu

Keiko dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall

I booked in with Keiko after a phone call. She did explain what to expect, but I was surprised with the first lesson. 2/3rds of the first lesson wasn't to train the dog, but to train the humans! I thoroughly enjoy the presentation on all things we need to know about dogs and their pack. How dog mommy teaches their pups and how we can do the same and be the alpha. I am pleasantly surprised with how much Cricket has learnt and changed just from the first lesson where Keiko spent about an hour with Cricket and myself. Her biggest issue has been dog aggression and pulling on lead. She has improved significantly on lead, we are yet to move on to the dog reactive session yet. I look forward to seeing Keiko again.

- A.K, Te Atatu South (Testimonial)

Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you, Adrienne! Great to hear Cricket is walking well. We will definitely go to next step so Cricket and you can enjoy walking much better :) Keep up the good work!

 

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