Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
24th May 2021 - Mark Gall
Mark has been helping our family with our 7-month-old border collie spaniel cross. She has had some challenging behavior towards other dogs. With his guidance, we have made huge improvements with her socialization. His advice has been invaluable in understanding her personality and behaviors. We are able to manage her boisterous nature and calm her anxiety. She is growing into a beautiful family dog. Thank you so very much.
27th April 2021 - Mark Gall
My husband and I really enjoyed out lesson with Mark. We really learnt a lot and the techniques that we were shown, we can use on Rosie. She is already doing really well with her walking already that Mark has shown us. I recommend anyone that has been having problems with their dog to get Bark Busters involved as you will notice a difference very quickly. Thank you so much, it was excellent! Jackie
24th November 2020 - Mark Gall
I have a 10 month old border Collie named clover who was aggressive towards people she didn't know. So i searched up what to do about it, and Bark Busters came up. I immediately got in touch with Mark, who talked me through what he would do. Then i booked a lesson. When Mark turned up, Clover was off the leash, and run to the gate barking. Her hackles were up, and she was on her guard, (what she does to every visitor) Mark then talked me through why she did this, and helped me to calm her down, and understand what she was feeling. By the first 5 minutes, we had her listening, and she was doing everything Mark and I was saying. Incredible transformation., and he also helped with other small problems, like pulling on the leash, walking with out a leash, and even helped out with cattle. Overall, I would DEFIENTLY recommend Bark Busters to anyone having any troubles with their dog. Friendly helpful service, and learnt a lot from the experience. By the end of the lesson, all my problems was solved, and she is a much more enjoyable dog to have around. Thanks Mark, and to anyone having problems with their puppy/dog this guy knows his stuff!
9th September 2020 - Mark Gall
We had a major problem with our older dog accepting our new pup and after 3 months of keeping them separated we were at the end of our tether. Mark Gall was recommended to us so we got him out and within 2 weeks the two dogs are playing together and inseparable. We both have had dogs all our lives but learned so much in the three hours we spent with Mark. Thanks so much Mark, we have our lives back now ???
23rd June 2020 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We only had our first session with Keiko and my dog Noah actually showed that he was listening and behaved more calmly. It helped to build confidence to have a well behaved dog in the near future :)
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very happy with the way Noah responded to his first lesson. Keep up the good work!
I was very happy with the way Noah responded to his first lesson. Keep up the good work!
17th June 2020 - Mark Gall
We got Coco at 6months old.
Blind in one eye from an hereditary trait from her father, she was very timid and coming from a farm.. seemed afraid of everything "Town".
We decided after having her at home for 3weeks to call Mark at Bark Busters to get some basic obedience training and to help her with her fears.
Within a few minutes of training with Mark my husband and I saw an immediate change in Coco.
No longer fearful of all those unknowns and now knowing her place within our "pack". She is a different dog,
Much more relaxed.
Still alot of training ahead, but she is doing so well.
We would definitely recommend Mark to anyone needing help with their pup/dog.
Trainer note from Mark
This gorgeous young dog is blind in one eye from birth and parents dogs with behaviour issues of nervousness and teritorial problems, so her first several months were learning to be anxious of new people, dogs, places experiences. So when rehomed to her forever home she was scared of lots of things and not good at focussing. The owners have applied our speakdog to teach dog techniques and she's changed almost overnight. Awesome work guys and Coco
This gorgeous young dog is blind in one eye from birth and parents dogs with behaviour issues of nervousness and teritorial problems, so her first several months were learning to be anxious of new people, dogs, places experiences. So when rehomed to her forever home she was scared of lots of things and not good at focussing. The owners have applied our speakdog to teach dog techniques and she's changed almost overnight. Awesome work guys and Coco
31st May 2020 - Keiko Ruwhiu
This is the second time we've worked with Bark Busters and Keiko. This time we are being proactive with our puppy. Keiko came to our place and showed us all the little things we needed to put a stop to to make sure our puppy grows up to be a stable perfect family dog.
Keiko talks about what to do and explains why do it, then she shows you, then it's your turn with coaching to make sure you get it right. It really helps your confidence and management of the dog. The best part for us, is that if we need extra support we can just call Keiko. You can't beat that kind of commitment!
We recommend Bark Busters to everyone who gets a dog.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank You Jamie! I was very happy with the way Jazz responded to her first session. She is still a young puppy so be patient and enjoy her puppyhood :)
Thank You Jamie! I was very happy with the way Jazz responded to her first session. She is still a young puppy so be patient and enjoy her puppyhood :)
26th May 2020 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We are so grateful to have met Keiko - She has explained to us in simple terms how to best handle our new puppy Roxy so that we start our new life together without frustration, as I am sure it happens all the time with a new dog. We just had the first lesson and we can already see a change in her behaviour. Looking forward to continuing with the program.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very pleased with the way Roxy responded to her first lesson. Roxy is still a young puppy so be patient. I believe you will be in a very happy place in time. Keep up the good work!
I was very pleased with the way Roxy responded to her first lesson. Roxy is still a young puppy so be patient. I believe you will be in a very happy place in time. Keep up the good work!
26th May 2020 - Keiko Ruwhiu
It was a great start to the training, Matilda is starting to change around, I feel more confidant and she is no longer the CEO, I realise there is a way to go but we had fabulous advise and its onwards and upwards, Keiko is great with Matilda and me. Lots to look forward too.
Trainer note from Keiko
Me too! I was very happy with the way Matilda responded to her first lesson. She needed clear rules and boundaries and understand who makes them. Keep up the good work!
Me too! I was very happy with the way Matilda responded to her first lesson. She needed clear rules and boundaries and understand who makes them. Keep up the good work!
26th May 2020 - Keiko Ruwhiu
The followup session was very helpful. Keiko acknowledged the work we had done so far and made a plan for the coming weeks for us. Her practical tips make it easier to achieve goals. She has got a wealth of knowledge and offers help in area required.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you! I can see you and Toby have been working hard. I am very happy with Toby's progress. Well done!!
Thank you! I can see you and Toby have been working hard. I am very happy with Toby's progress. Well done!!
25th May 2020 - Mark Gall
From the moment Mark walked in the door things began to change for us and Mia. Mark was able to explain to us in very understandable terms how we might alter our approach. Then he was able to help us instigate these changes immediately. Mia responded so well. It is only day one and we have a lot of practice to do. But it feels like we have finally found a way forward after trying so many different alternatives. Thank you Mark for your help.
Trainer note from Mark
Mia was a very hyped 7mth GSP. She was so unfocussed in side and out in the yard but the major problems are outside her large section. Very limited focus and pulls to anything of interest, Extremely hard to walk nicely. The 1st session showed some good improvements and the owners are impressed , still a work in progress though.
Mia was a very hyped 7mth GSP. She was so unfocussed in side and out in the yard but the major problems are outside her large section. Very limited focus and pulls to anything of interest, Extremely hard to walk nicely. The 1st session showed some good improvements and the owners are impressed , still a work in progress though.
24th May 2020 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Harley is an energetic pup but Keiko immediately showed me is manageable by using the techniques consistently.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very happy with the way Harley responded to his first session. He is still a teenager so be patient and keep up the good work!
I was very happy with the way Harley responded to his first session. He is still a teenager so be patient and keep up the good work!
