Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
16th February 2021 - Ben Jordan
Ben dealt with Aggression, Barking, Recall
Ben was very professionally and explained my dogs training needs in simple terms which made it easier for us to understand. The training package was fully explained. Ben spent over 4 hours with us on our first session. The session was spent inside our home and outside in our local field. This proved extremely helpful and allowed us to identify the changes in our dog's behaviour from being indoors to outdoors. I would highly recommend Ben and Barkbusters.
16th February 2021 - Graham Milgrew
Graham dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling
The 3 sessions we have had with Jo and Graham have been so helpful. Jo helped us with a long zoom call to go through our concerns about Vita and gave us some helpful training strategies and also sent us notes. Graham came to visit us and went through training techniques and when I was concerned about Vita's behaviour came to see us very quickly and gave us some really useful advice. I have found them very supportive and not at all judgemental and would recommend them. Graham's calm approach had an almost immediate effect on our dog's challenging behaviour.
Trainer note from Graham
These owners have a wonderfully energetic young Miniature Schnauzer. Unfortunately, Vita found children particularly exciting and had started to chase after them barking which was scary for both the children, their parents, and Vita's owners. Chasing starts out as a novelty whether exciting or scary. It can be very difficult to control as it is natural dog behaviour and can also turn predatory with a dog trying to nip at feet and legs as they would if chasing an animal. Vita's owners have taken action while she is still young and they are having success at managing and retraining Vita. She is still an adolescent so this will take time, but they are progressing in the right direction and will have our support on the way to deal with any glitches in the process.
These owners have a wonderfully energetic young Miniature Schnauzer. Unfortunately, Vita found children particularly exciting and had started to chase after them barking which was scary for both the children, their parents, and Vita's owners. Chasing starts out as a novelty whether exciting or scary. It can be very difficult to control as it is natural dog behaviour and can also turn predatory with a dog trying to nip at feet and legs as they would if chasing an animal. Vita's owners have taken action while she is still young and they are having success at managing and retraining Vita. She is still an adolescent so this will take time, but they are progressing in the right direction and will have our support on the way to deal with any glitches in the process.
10th February 2021 - Shauna Hoey
Shauna dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling
Shauna started working straight away as Flynn gave her the best opportunity while he showcased his door and window repertoire. It's just great to have a single plan to work to, we have already seen results, and it all makes perfect sense. Thank you Shauna for our first lesson, and for standing in the freezing outdoors while we adhered to current guidance! We are looking forward to working with you in the future and showing off our well behaved boy!
9th February 2021 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management
Was a great session which we learned a lot and immediately saw the benefits. Alex was very friendly and provided lots of different advice.
It was a very enjoyable session for all, including the dogs.
Trainer note from Alex
It’s nice to work with older dogs and puppies in one session, and this was no exception. Both dogs did really well and I’m looking forward to catching up with them all soon.
It’s nice to work with older dogs and puppies in one session, and this was no exception. Both dogs did really well and I’m looking forward to catching up with them all soon.
9th February 2021 - Gina Williams
Gina dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Jumping up
Gina was absolutely ***** amazing, she worked great with our 5 dogs.
8th February 2021 - Lee Hardy
Lee dealt with Aggression, Pulling
The first lesson of the first step for Harrison and myself to enjoy our walks.
6th February 2021 - Shauna Hoey
Shauna dealt with Pulling, Other
Very helpful and patient. Gives clear guidance and advice with lots of encouragement, for dog and owner! Very happy with progress to date
30th January 2021 - Graham Milgrew
Graham dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry, Other
Our Springer came to us as a rescue, with multiple issues, 5 years ago. At the time we had a lot of help from both Jo and Graham and due to their patience and advice we managed to settle her with our 2 other dogs. Fast forward 5 years and following major surgery poor Geri had a major meltdown, starting with not wanting to sleep at night and escalating into not being able to stop running around during the day unless restrained, really heart breaking. I called up Jo, and there were her and Graham ready to help with a whole new problem. Geri is a long way from fixed but with Jo and Graham's help we are taking little steps every day and moving in the right direction. Without them I am pretty certain i would have lost my girl by now. As you can imagine I can't recommend Bark Busters highly enough.
Trainer note from Graham
Geri had serious behavioural issues after her surgery. This was brought on by needing to be crated to recover from surgery when she has separation anxiety. The stress of this unbalanced her and once she recovered from her surgery she was unable to settle either in or out of her crate. Geri's owner is not exaggerating about losing her dog. The Vet had advised considering euthanasia the circumstances were so extreme. Fortunately we were able to advise on a behaviour program supported by Vet medication that alleviated the crisis. Geri's road to mental and physical recovery will be slow but she is on the way now.
Geri had serious behavioural issues after her surgery. This was brought on by needing to be crated to recover from surgery when she has separation anxiety. The stress of this unbalanced her and once she recovered from her surgery she was unable to settle either in or out of her crate. Geri's owner is not exaggerating about losing her dog. The Vet had advised considering euthanasia the circumstances were so extreme. Fortunately we were able to advise on a behaviour program supported by Vet medication that alleviated the crisis. Geri's road to mental and physical recovery will be slow but she is on the way now.
26th January 2021 - Emma Barrett
Emma dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling
Emma is an extremely knowledgeable, friendly and patient person who has made such an impact on my dog within minutes of meeting him. Emma watched my dog, Charlie, for a few minutes and immediately knew the cause of his behavioural issues and told us exactly what needed to happen to resolve these issues. Emma talked my partner and I through how my dog feels, how he thinks and how we need to act to promote better behaviour, this meant I was confident in what I was asking of my dog. Throughout the lesson I felt listened to, I felt my dog was being listened to and was given real (and easy) ways to promote good behaviour without rewarding with treats - which is exactly what I was after. The 12 month or lifetime guarantee is one of the best things I've seen. I doubt that I will need to use this, but this is what made me book - as I knew that I wasn't going to be left and having to pay again for help if i needed it. This is unfortunately not the case with other dog trainers/behaviour specialists around. So thank you Emma. From Charlie and I. (and the postman!)
26th January 2021 - Emma Barrett
Emma dealt with Barking, Sibling rivalry
Emma was lovely and very understanding of our situation. She was clear with her instructions for me and the dogs and very supportive. She spent plenty of time with us to practice what she had taught. I can't believe the difference, even in the first evening, from following her instructions. Looking forward to our next session.
25th January 2021 - Lynn Prentice
Lynn dealt with Barking
excellent meet with Lynn who understood our problem with Shiraz and we hope her suggestions for the next week will work.
25th January 2021 - Shauna Hoey
Shauna dealt with Aggression, Barking, Separation anxiety, Other
Shauna was absolutely amazing. Very understanding with no judgement on poor Zulu's reactive anxiety. Shauna gave us clear instructions on some exercises to work on and followed up with videos of Shauna doing the exact same lessons on her own dogs so we understood exactly what to do. So far, Zulu has responded straight away to these exercises which fills us with such confidence that we can get Zulu back to the happy boy he was prior to being attacked by another dog. Looking forward to our next session with Shauna (AKA the dog whisperer).
