Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
18th April 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
I learnt more in 10 minutes with Keiko than over a year of obedience training. Why oh why don't they teach this at puppy school!! I have gone from feeling hopeless and no confidence to feeling fantastic about my dogs and am so amazed at what was achieved from one session. I am so grateful to Keiko and she was just what we needed. Can't recommend enough.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you Lara! Jeff (10 months old Wheaten Terrier) responded to his first session really well. He needed to understand there are rules, boundaries and who makes them. He was happy for you to take the leadership! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Jeff 😊
Thank you Lara! Jeff (10 months old Wheaten Terrier) responded to his first session really well. He needed to understand there are rules, boundaries and who makes them. He was happy for you to take the leadership! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Jeff 😊
15th April 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Great first session thanks Keiko. Enlightening to understand 'dog'. Have to admit I find it difficult using the tone but Rikki is already improving. Thank you for being patient with me and responding so quickly to my questions.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Janie! Great to hear Rikki (8 year's old Border Collie) is doing well. I was very happy with the way she responded to her first session. Keep up the good work! 😊
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Janie! Great to hear Rikki (8 year's old Border Collie) is doing well. I was very happy with the way she responded to her first session. Keep up the good work! 😊
10th April 2024 - Keith Mockett
This was invaluable! It’s only been a few days and I’ve noticed a big change in Bowser. I am able to gain control and get him to listen to me when he starts to bark at whatever it is he’s decided he needs to bark at. The growl/clap escalation method is already understood and he listens before we get to the water spray moment. We’ve got more to work on, but I am so indebted to Keith, I can’t thank him enough for the advice and support.
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Kim. It's very gratifying to get this feedback and to know that Mr Anxious is responding so quickly. He's got a way to go but his early responsiveness is a great sign he (and you) can do this!
Thanks Kim. It's very gratifying to get this feedback and to know that Mr Anxious is responding so quickly. He's got a way to go but his early responsiveness is a great sign he (and you) can do this!
10th April 2024 - Keith Mockett
Maz is responding really well to the Bark Busters training. She responds immediately to being corrected and already seems a lot more relaxed, less anxious. I’ve even found her sitting on the deck listening to the neighbours dog barking without making a sound, two weeks ago she would’ve been barking like crazy in return. I know we still have a long way to go but, WOW, what a difference already. I can’t thank Keith enough!
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Tracey. That's excellent news. Well done you, it doesn't happen without work on your part. As the barking gets more under control the other behaviours will also get better as Maz accepts your leadership and the security that brings. I'm looking forward to seeing further progress when I visit Palmerston North next.
Thanks Tracey. That's excellent news. Well done you, it doesn't happen without work on your part. As the barking gets more under control the other behaviours will also get better as Maz accepts your leadership and the security that brings. I'm looking forward to seeing further progress when I visit Palmerston North next.
5th April 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Kieko was great and gave us a different perspective to understand dog behaviour. Keiko's methods really helped and we could notice instant change in our dog's behaviour.
Very well explained with relevant videos and presentation, experience was beyond our expectations.
We had/have ongoing and prompt support from Kieko following the session.
Thanks Keiko for the amazing session and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Pooja! I was very happy with the way Drago (4 years old Staffy Mastiff cross) responded to his first session. He was confused about the rules and boundaries. Now he has leaders who understand him better!! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you 😊
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Pooja! I was very happy with the way Drago (4 years old Staffy Mastiff cross) responded to his first session. He was confused about the rules and boundaries. Now he has leaders who understand him better!! Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you 😊
4th April 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Great first session - Bailey was responding well!
Trainer note from Keiko
Great to hear Bailey (1 year old Maltese Poodle cross) is doing well! Keep up the good work!! My help is always available for you 😊
Great to hear Bailey (1 year old Maltese Poodle cross) is doing well! Keep up the good work!! My help is always available for you 😊
26th March 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark you were a huge help with educating Ingemar and I about communicating with our dog. You also demonstrated the training and made sure we could follow your instructions.
Trainer note from Mark
1st lesson with Murphy a 11mth old Golden Retriever who is reactive barking at dogs and puller big time. All the family responded well and Murphy showed good promise to focus. great work at putting in place the techniques and we'll catch up soon. Cheers Mark
1st lesson with Murphy a 11mth old Golden Retriever who is reactive barking at dogs and puller big time. All the family responded well and Murphy showed good promise to focus. great work at putting in place the techniques and we'll catch up soon. Cheers Mark
24th March 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko's training session was a game-changer for Chico. Within seconds of starting, we saw a calm, discliplined side of him we've never witnessed before. Her straightforward advice gave us the confidence to tackle his behavior long-term. We're incredibly thankful for her expertise and highly recommend her for anyone looking to see real changes in their furry friend.
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Sam! Chico (1 year old Jack Russell) responded to his first session really well. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Chico 😊
Thank you for taking time to leave a review Sam! Chico (1 year old Jack Russell) responded to his first session really well. Keep up the good work! My help is always available for you and Chico 😊
21st March 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark was amazing, in one lesson he showed us what River is capable of and gave us the tools to get these results. In just three days since our visit, we have made huge progress and we are really enjoying River so much more, and she is more content and relaxed. We found Mark very easy to talk to, he knows what he is doing and he works alongside us with our dog, making it the best experience. We definitely recommend calling Mark if you want to get the best from your dog with everyone being content and relaxed.
Trainer note from Mark
Called into help with River a Huntaway of 8yrs old, no spring chicken. For barking incessantly when any power equipment , go carts , balls , the lead & bikes etc were about , would lunge at cars and very hard to refocus. In the lesson we actually managed to use the electric go cart with no chasing and barking , a huge leap forward for River. Great work guys , check in soon with an update.
Called into help with River a Huntaway of 8yrs old, no spring chicken. For barking incessantly when any power equipment , go carts , balls , the lead & bikes etc were about , would lunge at cars and very hard to refocus. In the lesson we actually managed to use the electric go cart with no chasing and barking , a huge leap forward for River. Great work guys , check in soon with an update.
20th March 2024 - Keith Mockett
Absolutely thrilled with Charlie's progress after only a few days.
Keith was very knowledgeable and helped me to understand how important it is to lead my dog and we are both much more in tuned and feel more connected. Our walks have been so enjoyable now and he is anticipating my cues. Thanks so much Keith. I would highly recommend!
Trainer note from Keith
Thanks Christine. That's fantastic to have that progress so quickly. He'll be a happier, calmer, and quieter Cavoodle as well! Good job! I'm looking forward to see his further progress in a few weeks. Go well.
Thanks Christine. That's fantastic to have that progress so quickly. He'll be a happier, calmer, and quieter Cavoodle as well! Good job! I'm looking forward to see his further progress in a few weeks. Go well.
19th March 2024 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko was amazing!
Trainer note from Keiko
Thank You Lisa! I was very happy with the way your puppies (Mario: Cavoodle and Luigi: Pug Griffon cross) responded to their first session😊
Thank You Lisa! I was very happy with the way your puppies (Mario: Cavoodle and Luigi: Pug Griffon cross) responded to their first session😊
17th March 2024 - Mark Gall
Mark has been amazing teaching me and Roofus Blue heeler X, how to work together! Has gone from pulling, lunging and barking to calmly walking next to me. He is much more relaxed now even around other dogs. Still a work in progress but every time I see Mark I get a whole new dog. Thanks Mark
Trainer note from Mark
Roofus started out as a very wired dog ,jumper , separation anxiety, barker ,at anything , dog reactive , super puller and was never off lead. To the point of not being able to walk down the street without a huge kafuffle past any house with a dog. Over a year or so he's got to the point of re socializing with other dogs and totally focused on his owner in most aspects of dog life. Amazing work by the owner to implement our techniques to the benefit of everyone around Roofus.
Roofus started out as a very wired dog ,jumper , separation anxiety, barker ,at anything , dog reactive , super puller and was never off lead. To the point of not being able to walk down the street without a huge kafuffle past any house with a dog. Over a year or so he's got to the point of re socializing with other dogs and totally focused on his owner in most aspects of dog life. Amazing work by the owner to implement our techniques to the benefit of everyone around Roofus.