Reviews & Testimonials For Keiko Ruwhiu

Everything was very well explained in detail and backed up with facts. Keiko was also very friendly, easy to get along with and she was also very good with my dog - my dog made so much progress in just 2 hours! She learnt to wait and be invited through doorways, walk on a leash, called to come, and also only eat treats on her bed. Excellent trainer.

We live overlooking a reserve and Robbie and Willow barked at everything! This has meant that we had to live with the curtains permanently closed, doors and windows shut and we never had a meal that was uninterrupted as we constantly tried to stop Robbie and Willow barking to avoid upsetting the neighbours. We had been to puppy classes, listened to ridiculous advice from other dog owners, bought a sonic device, had a trainer (not from Barkbusters) in our home whose methods were to say the least cruel and unethical. Our trust in trainers was at an all time low. Life was stressful and we were at our wits end. Then salvation came in the form of Keiko. Keiko is an amazing trainer. From the time that she entered the house she paid close attention to Robbie and Willow's behaviour whilst also listening to our difficulties, especially with barking. Within a couple of minutes she had the barking under control. It was unbelievable, almost as if a switch had been turned off in the dogs brains. They seemed more relaxed, and we were just in awe at the efficacy of the training. We were also helped with problems walking Robbie and Willow and given heaps of advice. It is now one week since our first session and the difference that Keiko's training has made to our lives and Robbie and Willow's is immense. It is of course a process; we have to train ourselves as well as the dogs but at last we are seeing the lovely dogs that we always hoped that we had. I cannot recommend Barkbusters and especially Keiko enough. If you have problems of any kind, don't give up on your dogs, invest in them, it is worth every cent. You will reap the benefits, making the lives of your family and dogs much happier.

The training was amazing! Keiko understood my dog 100%, and she was like doing magic things to Jojo, then Jojo was listening to her very well, and behave very well after the training, that was what we wanted from Jojo. Thanks very much Keiko!

Results from first session very noticeable. Dog not upset or stressed at all. Training instructions very easy to follow.

Our training sessions have been very educative and informative. Our trainer Keiko is very thorough and knowledgeable. Good techniques introduced.

Very well explained and easy to follow. Amazing both Sadie and I appreciated Keiko's techniques and patience. No harsh collars, no repeated treats. It was all at my pace. Not harried. No pressure. Amazing how simple and straightforward techniques are and how quickly Sadie responded. Have used the technique on other minor problems since lesson with ideal responses. Wish I had found Bark Busters 18 months ago.

Keiko was real gift with dogs and it was like "light bulb moment" when she explained how dogs listen etc. She made us realise what we were doing wrong and shown us the right way to handle the situation. Love her!

We noticed the difference in behaviour right away. Tried a couple of trainers before and we didn't achieve the same result like Bark Busters. Very impressive, money well invested!

Keiko is a wonderful trainer to work with. Winnie is 11 years old, rescued from pound. She had a reputation of being very protective. But not since Keiko trained me, the owner how to deal with her. Technique is much more effective than using treats and clickers which I have tried. I very highly recommend Keiko.

Chico's and my training with Keiko started when Chico was a wee pup. Chico was our second dog under Keiko. Chico responded well and listened to me and his other humans. When my husband passed away, Keiko came over to check on Chico. She made sure he wasn't stressed and that we are continually training Chico the right way. Keiko was and is always available for any dog issues we have. We sent a text and she would call soon after. We just had a 'refresher training' today. Keiko reminded me some training techniques I have forgotten and taught me some new ones too. So thankful.

Keiko was fantastic. Listened to what we needed and helped us to understand what we needed to do. We would definitely recommend Bark Busters. Keiko worked with our whole family so that we are all on the same page with teaching our puppy. The advice was sensible, straight forward and most importantly - works.

Very clear communication of information, followed up by practise and demonstration. Highly recommend Keiko. Learned how to use "dog" language, tone and body language effectively. Keiko helped us to understand Bella's point of view. Great notes and email communication. Keiko was patient, thorough, helpful, supportive and understanding.