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Puppy Training

Give your puppy the very best start in life. Lay the foundation for a trusting bond and well behaved dog with our individual puppy education programmes

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Dog Obedience Training

Turn your good dog into a great dog. Our approach is about education to get rid of those frustrating and annoying habits, for a well behaved dog

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Behaviour Problems

Feeling stressed? Have you desperately been trying everything and seeing no improvement? We we have the solution to your dog's behaviour problems

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Dog Training in Your Home

An international company founded over 35 years ago and over 1 million dogs trained worldwide. Bark Busters trainers work directly with you in your own home to resolve behaviour problems and help with your general training needs. Of course, where problem behaviours happen outside your home, we work with you to resolve problems such as pulling, lunging, chasing and more severe problems such as aggression to other dogs, animals, or people.

Our approach works because it is based on how dogs naturally learn and communicate. Whether you have a puppy, adolescent or older dog, by ensuring they follow your cues and commands will help them navigate and thrive in the human world they live in.

Free Dog Behaviour Assessment

Take the free online dog behaviour assessment and find out how your dog's behaviour rates. The results are emailed along with the contact details of your local trainer for expert help and advice if you need it.

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35 Years, Training over 1 Million Dogs

Our training programmes consider the unique challenges you are facing, fostering a positive relationship between you and your dog. Our method enables you to build a lasting, emotional bond based on trust and respect, which in turn aids in overcoming the challenges with your dog. Bark Busters Home Dog Training behaviour therapists focus on dog owners too. We teach you how to communicate effectively with your dog so that you have the necessary tools to overcome any of your dog's behaviour problems. Our techniques work with any breed, any age and with any behaviour problem. You and your dog get one-to-one personal attention in your home, a tailored training plan for both you and your dog. Our support guarantee gives you the peace of mind that your trainer is here to help and support you for the life of your dog.

Life of Your Dog Support Guarantee

We believe in our methods and our 35 years of amazing results they have achieved, which is why Bark Busters offers our unique "Life of the Dog Support Guarantee". If you purchase our Gold Service, your trainer will continue to work with you, in your home and free of charge, to address new or any recurring behaviour problems, for the entire life of your dog. We will continue to visit you to provide practical training to resolve the behaviour problems you are experiencing, and we are there to help and support you for your dog's entire life.

New Home?
Not a problem, you're covered

Bark Busters free of charge support guarantee remains valid even if you move home and we have a Bark Busters trainer covering your area. We continue to provide home visits in covered areas, and if there is no trainer that services your new postcode, Bark Busters will provide remote assistance by phone, email, video chat, or another electronic method.

 

 

What our customers are saying

Trustpilot

 

"Kirsty listened and gave us clear instructions. Our lives have changed having implemented all the strategies given to us by Kirsty. It hasn’t been easy as I have wanted to give in to Poppy more than once, but we have been consistent and now reaping the rewards."

julie
Trainer: Kirsty Dudfield

"Lynn put me at ease very quickly and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. I saw improvements in the first session . She sent me emails on all we did and discussed so I can continue the training"

Sarah
Trainer: Lynn Prentice

"Well happy with Sydney. She was excellent"

Stephen
Trainer: Sydney Coleman

"Alex was great, put us both at ease and gave us clear instructions on how we can have short wins and long term wins. Importantly he reassured us that what we had done up until this point was good, and long term if we work hard we will have a great dog."

Richard
Trainer: Alex Fraser

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Only had Alex for one visit and he was very professional and friendly, my chihuahua buddy took to him straightaway, he has lots of issues and thinks he is the boss and protector, The training I have been left to do with buddy is going well, Alex has messaged me to see how buddy is doing and he can be contacted any time for support. I do believe by the time buddy's training has finished buddy will be a happier and more friendly little dog. After only one visit I would definitely recommend Alex and barkbusters.

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Yvonne
Trainer: Alex Fraser

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Sharon was absolutely brilliant. She guided us through every aspect of puppy care from nutrition right through to basic training. She also gave us lots of tips on dealing with some small problems we were having such as toilet training and recall when out and about. She was very kind and supportive with our new puppy.

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David
Trainer: Sharon Chapman

"Unbelievable, the difference in Louie after just one lesson has been eye opening. He is off to a great start! We’re looking forward to the next lesson already."

Joseph
Trainer: Neil Price

"Really friendly helpful and effective"

Ian
Trainer: Liz Johnson

"We have recently adopted Frankie, a young dog that had not lived in a domestic setting before, and had little experience of walking on a lead. Lee took time to listen to the issues that need ‘fixing’ and give us practical tips. He then joined us for a walk, explaining how to act in various situation. We were left with ‘homework’ and when he visited 3 weeks later she had come on enormously. We’re now continuing to following stage 1 and have added training tips to follow. BARKBUSTER support is making life with Frankie a joy, we feel it’s an investment in her future as part of our family"

Ed
Trainer: Lee Hardy

"From the very start Lee was very professional and friendly. Chloe is a timid and anxious dog and knew straight away how to deal with her . His kindness towards Chloe was exceptional. I had been trying to get a collar on her for months but she do nothing but growl. Within half an hour I had her collar on . I would recommend Lee Hardy to anyone who has a problem pet. The detailed training email was brilliant. Chloe is doing fantastic."

Diane
Trainer: Lee Hardy

"Jacqueline was absolutely brilliant! Everything she said made sense when you thought about it and the tactics put in place are working brilliantly!"

Hayley
Trainer: Jacquie Callaby

"Liz was excellent, spent time understanding the issues I had with my dog in full and then she gave instruction on how to help. Worked perfectly in and out of the home for issues inside the house and walking. The difference immediately was noticeable and I would recommend this to anyone. I now feel I am the boss over my pet instead of years with it the other way around. Thank you Liz"

Paul
Trainer: Liz Johnson

"Kristy came out to do a home training session. Extremely professional, likeable and most importantly knowledgeable Instant results achieve with a training plan to move forward with"

Danielle
Trainer: Kirsty Dudfield

"I hadn't believed that I would see such a change in my dog! Milly had always been a challenge, would not obey commands. Tried to "muscle in" on mealtimes stood watching while prepared veg for a meal.Three days into our training she will sit outside the kitchen area while I chop food. Milly goes into her cage and lies down without any commands to do so. Her on lead walking has improved but we have a long way to go. We repeat all the exercises daily and are thrilled with her improvement."

Marie
Trainer: Alex Fraser

"Shauna was very professional and approachable from the onset. She listened without judgement to our concerns providing clear and concise advice and instructions on some tactics to alleviate the problems. She has also been helpful via email with our concerns."

Ann
Trainer: Shauna Hoey

"Liz was amazing, worked wonders with our 2 dogs in there first session. Can’t wait for the next one. Gave us homework to do with the dogs till the next session 👍"

Marion
Trainer: Liz Johnson

"Shauna was a true professional, she put me at ease very quickly and explained the process. Branston is a 2yr old shihtzu who was a mummy’s boy and really didn’t follow any commands at all. With in our first 3 hour session, Shauna had him following commands and provided me with the tools and confidence to continue on my own. Within a week Branston is following commands and I have managed to build space between us to help with his separation anxiety. I can’t believe the difference this has made."

Tammy
Trainer: Shauna Hoey

"Lee was a marvel. Lando is a nervous pup, and has developed a number of resource guarding behaviours which have lead to him fighting with Obi (our older dog) and biting us within the home. During his visit Lee was able to show us how to reduce his behaviour in a way that was not confrontational and with the dogs best interest at heart. We will forever look at Scrooge with different eyes!!!!! The change in Landos behaviour was instant and positive. We know we have a long way to go but without Lee and Bark Busters we would not be in the much happier place we are today. We are looking forward to Lees next visit. Thank you Lee (our super hero!!) - Obi and Lando."

Andi
Trainer: Lee Hardy

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Tom was excellent his personality was very acceptable to come into my home, unknown. I was very comfortable with him. He explained everything so well which enable me to absorb it all. My dog was happy in his company, which is so important to me. I’m extremely satisfied at this moment in time.

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Betty
Trainer: Tom Ryan

"Neil is a very experienced and knowledgeable dog trainer, and very patient with us! He is lovely, friendly and helpful; as is his wife Amanda who I spoke to initially. His methods are easy to follow and work! We are thrilled that our big, young German Shepherd is now much more obedient and we have much more of a clear understanding of how to train him (and ourselves!). Thank you Neil!"

Sonia
Trainer: Neil Price

 

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There are many plants commonly found in home gardens which could prove lethal to dogs and especially puppies (who chew everything) - not to mention yourself and your children. Below is a list of some of those plants with the effects they can have if eaten - even in small quantities. Plant Name Poisonous Part Effects AZALEA Entire plant...

Understanding Dog Body Language...

Do we really know what our dogs are trying to communicate? This infographic shows some of the basics to understanding dog body language. Although a dog’s sense of smell, hearing and eyesight play a big part in their everyday lives, they also have a language all of their own that they use to communicate what or how they are feeling. A dog’s body...

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How does your dog cope when left home alone? Does he wait patiently for your return, listening for the sound of the car on the drive, or the key in the lock? Does he become bored or even stressed and seek out some entertainment? Providing some entertainment for your dog when left alone will stimulate the brain, can reduce boredom and anxiety, and so reduce...