Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
9th May 2017 - Graham Milgrew
Graham dealt with Puppy management, Recall, Separation anxiety, Other
We have had 1 visit to date and Jo is great and explained what was essential for us to train Oona well. We do have separation issues with Oona so Jo is going to come to Sue's workplace which is a care home as she is hoping Oona will become a therapy dog there. Jo prepared a clear and concise training programme for us to work on with Oona. Already these are starting to work. Particularly the bell ringing to go out. People are so impressed. Recall has improved but still needs us to work at it. Looking forward to working with Jo and reaping the benefits.
Trainer note from Graham
This owner has a Border Terrier puppy. She works in a home for the elderly and it is critical that Oona develops into a well behaved dog. She gets lots of attention when at work and after my first visit she worked out that she could bark to get attention. This is very difficult as ignoring this type of behaviour is the quickest way to solve it, but this is not possible in a work place. We worked on how to redirect Oona on their second visit. She is an exceptionally bright puppy and her owner is making great progress with her.
This owner has a Border Terrier puppy. She works in a home for the elderly and it is critical that Oona develops into a well behaved dog. She gets lots of attention when at work and after my first visit she worked out that she could bark to get attention. This is very difficult as ignoring this type of behaviour is the quickest way to solve it, but this is not possible in a work place. We worked on how to redirect Oona on their second visit. She is an exceptionally bright puppy and her owner is making great progress with her.
8th May 2017 - Neil Price
Neil dealt with Chewing, Digging, Jumping up, Recall, Separation anxiety, Toileting
Neil has been fantastic in helping us settle Fizz our cockerpoo into the household. He made an immediate impact, and has done on each visit. He explains the psychology of dogs really well which itself helps us to better understand why Fizz does what she does. He is calm with Fizz and ensures that have practiced his technique several times before leaving. We opted for the annual package and would highly recommend this approach, as well as Neil as an individual. Overall I dont think we would have made the great progress we have without Neil's advice and coaching. Very happy with the service provided.
8th May 2017 - Angela Young
Remote Training Team dealt with Aggression, Barking, Other
Excellent session Angela understood the issues we were having and gave great advice which a week later is making a real difference. She's walking on a lead really well now and we are trying to keep her away from stressful situations. We have also changed her diet completely and she seems a much happier dog as a result. A massive change already.
7th May 2017 - Graham Milgrew
Graham dealt with Aggression, Barking, Recall
Graham was very encouraging, keen to really understand our challenges with Poppy to really get focused on right training.
Very supportive and coaching us on approach with clear examples.
Highly recommend
7th May 2017 - Neil Price
Neil dealt with Aggression, Barking, Jumping up
Very personable and training was definately tailored to us and our dog. Liked that there was a lot of practical training as well as loads of advice and guidance.
5th May 2017 - Lynn Prentice
Lynn dealt with Barking
found the training helpful. both dogs appear a lot calmer and distinct decrease in barking
4th May 2017 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Barking, Toileting
I learned some new skills. I am waiting for the next session.
4th May 2017 - Sharon Chapman
Sharon dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up
Sharon came out yesterday for our pet Lurcher Harley.The advice she gave me was easy to follow and already today i can notice a difference in him,his lead walking was much better and as a whole he just seems a much calmer dog.Early day`s but with patience and practice im feeling positive.
3rd May 2017 - Shauna Hoey
Shauna dealt with Aggression, Barking, Separation anxiety
Our dog came from a rescue centre and suffers from anxiety and fear of strangers causing him to be aggressive. He was the same with Shauna who could not even reach into her bag without him barking. After one session he was sitting next to her and she could move around the room without reaction. An immediate improvement with visitors was noticed. He also improved outdoors with cyclists and joggers and we haven't even done any specific work on that yet. Advice on diet also seems to have helped calm him down. There is still work to do but the difference after one session was beyond our wildest dreams
2nd May 2017 - Lee Hardy
Lee dealt with Pulling
Absolutely marvellous. Lee obsevered the 4 girls during an informal chat about my concerns on their walking, behaviour in general. Now I am happy to say I can walk them safer using verbal sounds, taught stress free by Lee. And using the same sounds to make having 4 rescue dogs within 6-7 weeks an even better home. The 4 girls already appear more relaxed together and their meal time was a delight to witness, no more I'm doggy boss. Thanks Lee see you soon.
2nd May 2017 - Lee Hardy
Lee dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity
Very informative and witnessed some of the retraining methods working prior to the trainer leaving.
1st May 2017 - Graham Milgrew
Graham dealt with Pulling, Recall, Other
Bella is now a completely different dog in a very positive way. Additionally I have got much more confidence and can now take her for walks in the park without a lead. She responds really well to the whistle and this seemed to be the key to her change in behaviour. Jo is a very competent trainer and I am very pleased I availed of this service.
Trainer note from Graham
Bella is an 18 month old Golden Retriever who came from Mayhew Dog Rescue. She was very cautious with her new owners. She would get scared when taken out at night and plonk her bottom down and not move. She was also reluctant to come back when called and would just stand and look at them. This type of behaviour can happen with dogs who are fearful generally and can also happen if have been punished by previous owners. They are scared to make a mistake and shut down and don't respond. It was impossible to know with Bella as there was not much history. The key was to get her confidence in her owners. She responded really well to whistle recall (which never sounds angry!!) and on my second visit she was a totally changed dog. She clearly loved her new owners and had settled in with them really well.
Bella is an 18 month old Golden Retriever who came from Mayhew Dog Rescue. She was very cautious with her new owners. She would get scared when taken out at night and plonk her bottom down and not move. She was also reluctant to come back when called and would just stand and look at them. This type of behaviour can happen with dogs who are fearful generally and can also happen if have been punished by previous owners. They are scared to make a mistake and shut down and don't respond. It was impossible to know with Bella as there was not much history. The key was to get her confidence in her owners. She responded really well to whistle recall (which never sounds angry!!) and on my second visit she was a totally changed dog. She clearly loved her new owners and had settled in with them really well.