Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
16th August 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
The training was very informative and helpful, and we've seen immediate results. Keiko was patient, clear, helpful and knowledgeable.
Trainer note from Keiko
Hille (18 months old Pug Chihuahua cross) responded to her first lesson very well. Keep up the good work!
Hille (18 months old Pug Chihuahua cross) responded to her first lesson very well. Keep up the good work!
15th August 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
As first time dog owners the session with Keiko was invaluable in providing us with the tools, insights and advice to enable us to drive behaviours with our new puppy, Coco. We took an enormous amount from the training and look forward to working further with Keiko over the coming months.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very happy with the way Coco (11 weeks old, Miniature Schnauzer) responded to her first lesson. Looking forward to working further :) Keep up the good work!
I was very happy with the way Coco (11 weeks old, Miniature Schnauzer) responded to her first lesson. Looking forward to working further :) Keep up the good work!
11th August 2019 - Mark Gall
Mark was awesome! He helped Caleb and I understand dogs true nature and our Nitro so much more. Nitro would often be hyped and anxious around the house, since Marks visit Nitro has calmed down and retreats to his spot on the couch. There is a lot of work and time that needs to be put into training Nitro, Mark has equipped us with the tools and techniques do this and feel confident whilst doing so. Thanks Mark!
Trainer note from Mark
Nitro is a English pointer who was very hyper, reactive to things past his gate and generally running the house hold in a overactive way. lots of small alterations to how the owners communicate and body language and Nitro showed promise even with in the lesson. he's young so a bit of a work in progress but well on the way to being a great dog. Excellent work guys.
Nitro is a English pointer who was very hyper, reactive to things past his gate and generally running the house hold in a overactive way. lots of small alterations to how the owners communicate and body language and Nitro showed promise even with in the lesson. he's young so a bit of a work in progress but well on the way to being a great dog. Excellent work guys.
8th August 2019 - Mark Gall
Excellent, Super helpful and easy to follow training, and Mark was very friendly and very knowledgeable
Trainer note from Mark
This dog is a lovely Jack Russell but an over exuberance to run the show and boss human Mum around by being over exuberant with aggressive play. He'll be a work in progress but certainly showed he can focus on what right on the lesson day. Great work by the owners and they certainly got a grasp of the pack process. Awesome.
This dog is a lovely Jack Russell but an over exuberance to run the show and boss human Mum around by being over exuberant with aggressive play. He'll be a work in progress but certainly showed he can focus on what right on the lesson day. Great work by the owners and they certainly got a grasp of the pack process. Awesome.
6th August 2019 - Mark Gall
Mark was excellent. His manner was incredibly respectful, Mark listened to our concerns and worked to address the issues we were having.
Our dog is a work in progress and we acknowledge we have work to do but Mark gave us a really strong foundation in which to build by explaining behaviour, body language and actions we can take.
Highly recommend.
Trainer note from Mark
Bowie is a Pointer x Sharpie, very anxious of his surroundings and separation and people aggression an issue. The first part of the lesson was done solely climbing the owners up the pack ladder. This dog wanted some one in charge as it was too stressful for him. Stunning turnaround in a very short time. These owners will be fantastic and know that Bowie can do it well.
Bowie is a Pointer x Sharpie, very anxious of his surroundings and separation and people aggression an issue. The first part of the lesson was done solely climbing the owners up the pack ladder. This dog wanted some one in charge as it was too stressful for him. Stunning turnaround in a very short time. These owners will be fantastic and know that Bowie can do it well.
27th July 2019 - Mark Gall
Wonderful training. Mark makes it so simple. Definitely noticed a huge change in the dogs within 20 mins. Amazing
Trainer note from Mark
3 dogs all older , 4th puppy created the sibling rivalry and mayhem by upsetting the dog box. A busy household of dogs but all responded when the right technique and focus exercises were used. We had a couple of phone conversations and a revisit and the dog box is now more relaxed.
3 dogs all older , 4th puppy created the sibling rivalry and mayhem by upsetting the dog box. A busy household of dogs but all responded when the right technique and focus exercises were used. We had a couple of phone conversations and a revisit and the dog box is now more relaxed.
25th July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We had some common problems with our puppy including barking, jumping, digging etc. After Keiko showed/taught us a few techniques to use with our dog, there was a lot of improvements in his behaviour from the first day of training. This was a big relief for us as Keiko gave us the confidence we lacked in handling our dog in a calm and confident manner. Keiko’s techniques have been very effective since the very first day. We highly recommend Barkbusters/Keiko’s Service and are very grateful for her help.
Trainer note from Keiko
I am very happy with Gucci's (14 month old Labrador Mastiff cross) progress. He is behaving so much better and everyone is happy including Gucci! Well done all :)
I am very happy with Gucci's (14 month old Labrador Mastiff cross) progress. He is behaving so much better and everyone is happy including Gucci! Well done all :)
23rd July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko is honestly such an amazing trainer and a down to earth person. As soon as she walked in the gate we started training.
It's such a relief to be able to contact her for further help.
We have noticed a dramatic change in our dog Chester, he isn't on edge any more which is a sigh of relief.
And the Bark Busters leads are amazing!
Trainer note from Keiko
Chester (3.5 year old staffy Kelpie cross) is behaving so much calmer and better. He needed clear rules, boundaries and manners to be taught. I am very happy with his progress. Keep up the good work!
Chester (3.5 year old staffy Kelpie cross) is behaving so much calmer and better. He needed clear rules, boundaries and manners to be taught. I am very happy with his progress. Keep up the good work!
22nd July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We were very pleased with the training Keiko provided and could see results almost instantly. With ongoing training we should see great results.
Trainer note from Keiko
Diesel (2.5 year old Labrador cross) was jumping up and not coming when called. But I was very happy with the way he responded to the lesson. Keep up the good work!
Diesel (2.5 year old Labrador cross) was jumping up and not coming when called. But I was very happy with the way he responded to the lesson. Keep up the good work!
18th July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Initially we really didn't know what to expect from the training during the first session. Keiko was amazing, patient, knowledgeable and informative. It really opened our eyes and after the first session we can see results immediately. Ingi started to listen and obey to our commands. The techniques offered to train the dogs around being on a lead and obeying commands was amazing. We are still in the progress to get him potty trained. Keiko spent more than 3 hours to train Ingi. Thanks so much Keiko for helping us.
Trainer note from Keiko
Ingi (11 week old Standard Poodle) is still a young puppy. But he responded to the first lesson very well. Keep up the good work!
Ingi (11 week old Standard Poodle) is still a young puppy. But he responded to the first lesson very well. Keep up the good work!
12th July 2019 - Mark Gall
After our training session with Mark we saw a noticeable difference in Kokoda's behaviour from the beginning to the end of the session. Prior to the session we hadn't seen too big of a difference in Kokoda's behaviour, but Mark pointed us in the right direction and we've already seen a good improvement in her behaviour.
Trainer note from Mark
Kokoda is a very nervous dog , 6mth old Collie x Kelpie, high energy and although not aggressive was heading that way with fear reactions to people and dogs, Big barker at gate whilst trying to back away and in the house would continue to bark at visitors. Huge improvements on the day and lots to implement but both Mums did an awesome job of learning and applying.
Kokoda is a very nervous dog , 6mth old Collie x Kelpie, high energy and although not aggressive was heading that way with fear reactions to people and dogs, Big barker at gate whilst trying to back away and in the house would continue to bark at visitors. Huge improvements on the day and lots to implement but both Mums did an awesome job of learning and applying.
10th July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We have had the most amazing results with Piper! Really impressed with the Bark Busters way and with Keiko, and we are so happy with the changes we've noticed in Piper. She's like a different dog now, in the best way.
Trainer note from Keiko
Piper (7 year old Staffy) responded to the lesson really well. She stopped jumping up, comes when called and walking so well on the lead. Good job!
Piper (7 year old Staffy) responded to the lesson really well. She stopped jumping up, comes when called and walking so well on the lead. Good job!