Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
27th February 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Barking
Communication with Alex has been swift, polite and informative from the outset. Our first lesson with Alex was brilliant - he put us at ease straight away and we learnt so much just from one visit alone. We would highly recommend Alex and we're excited to see our hard work (and Alex's advice!) pay off with our little dog Louie in the near future.
22nd February 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Separation anxiety
Alex came to my house as I had a few issues with a rescue pomeranian. From the moment we met him, he put us all at ease, including Poppy. Our main issue is that whilst she is out on a lead, she constantly barks at everything and just doesn't enjoy her walks. He explained that the training starts inside the house and as soon as she knows I am in charge and will look after her she will start to relax. We have been practising for 2 days, and the results so far are amazing. We no longer have barking in the house and have seen a massive improvement on walks. We have a way to go yet to get a relaxed poppy outside, but with our homework, I am sure we will get there. I can not thank Alex enough for showing us what we need to do.
Trainer note from Alex
Really enjoyed meeting Poppy and her parents and I’m really impressed with how she did on the session and I’m even more excited about the fact she is continuing to be calmer on her walks. When working with any dog with behavioural issues it’s important to work out the route cause as to why they are behaving in the way they are. With the correct training and some management , we can then start to improve their behaviour. As her owner mentioned, the reason Poppy barked on walks was mainly down to the fact that she spent a lot of her time at home barking out of the window. Once she was no longer barking at home, she became so much calmer on walks.That’s why its so important that we look at everything they do, both inside and outside the home. Keep up the good work!
Really enjoyed meeting Poppy and her parents and I’m really impressed with how she did on the session and I’m even more excited about the fact she is continuing to be calmer on her walks. When working with any dog with behavioural issues it’s important to work out the route cause as to why they are behaving in the way they are. With the correct training and some management , we can then start to improve their behaviour. As her owner mentioned, the reason Poppy barked on walks was mainly down to the fact that she spent a lot of her time at home barking out of the window. Once she was no longer barking at home, she became so much calmer on walks.That’s why its so important that we look at everything they do, both inside and outside the home. Keep up the good work!
21st February 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Aggression, Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Separation anxiety, Other
Alex was excellent , met beyond my expectations,and so far fred is doing well, will take time, but feel a lot better and only early days
15th February 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Puppy management, Separation anxiety
Alex was amazing, taught us so many things about dealing with a new puppy. Herman has already learned how to wait and we've learned techniques for any current problems.
Trainer note from Alex
I really lover working with first time puppy owners, giving them the tools and the skills to make their dogs grow up to be best versions of themselves. There is no quick fix with any young dog, the 1st 12 months can have its highs as well as challenging moments, but all the hard work is well worth while and every home should have a dog. Herman is a really lovely puppy and he did well. I can’t wait to catch up with them all and get him outside on his lead.
I really lover working with first time puppy owners, giving them the tools and the skills to make their dogs grow up to be best versions of themselves. There is no quick fix with any young dog, the 1st 12 months can have its highs as well as challenging moments, but all the hard work is well worth while and every home should have a dog. Herman is a really lovely puppy and he did well. I can’t wait to catch up with them all and get him outside on his lead.
14th February 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Alex made a difference to Barney's behaviour (chow chows can be quite obstinate) but he is better behaved after just one session.
23rd January 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Aggression, Barking, Chewing, Other
We desperately needed some help with our Rescue Dog Gillie everyone that entered the house was subject to very aggressive / intimidating barking especially my brother. We had Gillie in another room as advised and introduced her to Alex again very aggressive approach. By the end of our session Gillie was asleep on Alexs' feet. Alex taught us with that control verbally is what a dog needs no shouting pulling etc and lots and lots training tires the dog mentally as they need this challenge on a daily basis. "BAH" affords you some control in the house. Gillie still has a long way to go as she was a street dog so has known no boundaries or experienced any early socialising skills. Within a week with lots of training around door manners my brother was able to come in and watch football with my partner with a nice relaxing beer and a relaxed dog on his feet ......... nothing short of miraculous!!! We have a lot of walking / park issues to resolve so need to keep going. I do feel that rescue centres should work hand in hand with Bark Busters before rescue dogs are released to peoples homes - better experience for the rehomed dog and their new owners! Alex is unbelievable ..... Actual Dog Whisperer ............ only down side is he wasn't able to move in with us lol!!! I think the 12 months is a must and would highly recommend Alex to anyone with a new dog as teaching them well now will hopefully reap rewards for you and them later.
Trainer note from Alex
Over the last 3 years I have worked with a lot of foreign rescue dogs, some from a street background and some from a domesticated background. In the main they all tend to be far more nervous than the average UK rescue dog. But this doesn’t mean that we can’t help them adjust to their new home and teach them that they no longer have to worry and that their owners are going to keep them safe. This session went better than I could have hoped and Im delighted with how well she has done following the initial session. Im looking forward to catching up with them next week.
Over the last 3 years I have worked with a lot of foreign rescue dogs, some from a street background and some from a domesticated background. In the main they all tend to be far more nervous than the average UK rescue dog. But this doesn’t mean that we can’t help them adjust to their new home and teach them that they no longer have to worry and that their owners are going to keep them safe. This session went better than I could have hoped and Im delighted with how well she has done following the initial session. Im looking forward to catching up with them next week.
10th January 2023 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Jumping up, Pulling
Alex was great!!! What a pro. He has enabled us to better manage our furry beast (50kg’s of muscle) with simple and straightforward commands and body language. We know it’s often the humans that need the training not the dogs so we’re incredibly grateful to Alex for not making us feel tooooo daft 😂 It was a great session and the results are starting to show only a week later. We’ve still got lots of work to do but with Alex’s support over the next 12 months we know we’ll get there. Thanks Alex 🐾🐾
Trainer note from Alex
Really enjoyed this session. Initially I wasn’t sure how much we would be able to get done as its important that the training is taken at the dogs pace and not then owners, and to start with he was quite excitable and mouthy. But he quickly started to listen and I really was pleasantly surprised with how well he did - especially inside the home. There is no quick fix or magic wand, but with some consistency ands the correct techniques, I am confident he will grow up to be a well behave boy. Can’t wait to catch up with them all soon.
Really enjoyed this session. Initially I wasn’t sure how much we would be able to get done as its important that the training is taken at the dogs pace and not then owners, and to start with he was quite excitable and mouthy. But he quickly started to listen and I really was pleasantly surprised with how well he did - especially inside the home. There is no quick fix or magic wand, but with some consistency ands the correct techniques, I am confident he will grow up to be a well behave boy. Can’t wait to catch up with them all soon.
4th December 2022 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling
Wow, what can I say except Thank you so much to Alex for all his valuable advice and his help. Teddy is our rescue dog who we had had for 6 weeks when he came, we were so worried that he wouldn’t be able to help us, but we saw an amazing difference in Teddy within a few minutes of him being here. Alex gave us lots of valuable advice, tips and homework to do, we were so impressed that we decided to take out the 12month package as security.. we look forward to working further with him. Alex is a genuine, kind person, and Teddy loved him straight off!
Trainer note from Alex
As always I really enjoyed this session and enjoyed meeting Teddy. His owners had been told by their vet that he was an aggressive dog, however I honestly believe he was simply unnerved by the vet. Yes he was very excitable when I first turned up, but he really is a lovely little dog and showed no signs of nervous aggression when I met them all. He did really well on the first training session and I can’t wait to catch up with them al in the New Year.
As always I really enjoyed this session and enjoyed meeting Teddy. His owners had been told by their vet that he was an aggressive dog, however I honestly believe he was simply unnerved by the vet. Yes he was very excitable when I first turned up, but he really is a lovely little dog and showed no signs of nervous aggression when I met them all. He did really well on the first training session and I can’t wait to catch up with them al in the New Year.
17th November 2022 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management, Recall
Alex was really friendly and explained everything in great detail. He also went above and beyond in helping with Jerry’s behavioural issues. The main issue I have been having with Jerry is his walking on the lead. After the session the difference is night and day and Jerry is no longer pulling anywhere near what he used to. Alex also shows us how to correct behaviour issues such as jumping up and mouthing. Jerry has previously not been allowed in the front room because he got too giddy but has since been sat in there with us every night. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of booking.
Trainer note from Alex
Once the are confident out on a walk most young dogs start to pull a bit, but certain breeds I meet pull more than others. Jerry was one of these breeds. I have already had some feed back from Jerry’s owner that he is now walking so much better to heel. Im absolutely delighted.
Once the are confident out on a walk most young dogs start to pull a bit, but certain breeds I meet pull more than others. Jerry was one of these breeds. I have already had some feed back from Jerry’s owner that he is now walking so much better to heel. Im absolutely delighted.
17th November 2022 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Puppy management
Alex was excellent. Clear practical advice to help BBC with our lovely bit boisterous 9 month old labrador Hector. His walking on the lead has become so much better since our training session and we have the tools to deal with other situations too. We would highly recommend Alex to anyone.
Trainer note from Alex
Great session and I was delighted with how quickly he walked well to heel. Not all issues can be improved quiet so quickly but with practice and consistency we can improve all behaviours. Keep up the good work.
Great session and I was delighted with how quickly he walked well to heel. Not all issues can be improved quiet so quickly but with practice and consistency we can improve all behaviours. Keep up the good work.
8th November 2022 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety
My dog training session with Alex Fraser went well.
Alex was very approachable and patient with my dog. There is no doubt that Alex is a dog lover. Pyro appeared to be very relaxed. I received several training tips from Alex that were easy to follow and which I continue to work on to this day. I am pleased with the training and my pup is behaving better as a result.
Thanks Alex.
Trainer note from Alex
Overall Pyro was a well behaved young dog and I loved working with him. His owner however just wanted him to listen better and walk better on his lead. By the end of the first session he walked really well to heel and was listening better in the home. Iys amazing what can be achieved in less than 3 hours.
Overall Pyro was a well behaved young dog and I loved working with him. His owner however just wanted him to listen better and walk better on his lead. By the end of the first session he walked really well to heel and was listening better in the home. Iys amazing what can be achieved in less than 3 hours.
28th October 2022 - Alex Fraser
Alex dealt with Barking, Hyperactivity, Pulling
Had a great training experience with Alex. Its still early days but it's going well with the training. I can see some changes already. The harness I got off Alex is brilliant.
Trainer note from Alex
I love multi dog jobs as its really interesting to see how dogs interact and how they frequently mirror each other’s behaviours. After a slightly challenging start, as one of the dogs was quite vocal, I was delighted with how well they both did! By the end of the session there we certainly far less chatting from the dogs. Can’t wait to catch up in a few weeks to see how that are both doing.
I love multi dog jobs as its really interesting to see how dogs interact and how they frequently mirror each other’s behaviours. After a slightly challenging start, as one of the dogs was quite vocal, I was delighted with how well they both did! By the end of the session there we certainly far less chatting from the dogs. Can’t wait to catch up in a few weeks to see how that are both doing.