Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
18th July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Initially we really didn't know what to expect from the training during the first session. Keiko was amazing, patient, knowledgeable and informative. It really opened our eyes and after the first session we can see results immediately. Ingi started to listen and obey to our commands. The techniques offered to train the dogs around being on a lead and obeying commands was amazing. We are still in the progress to get him potty trained. Keiko spent more than 3 hours to train Ingi. Thanks so much Keiko for helping us.
Trainer note from Keiko
Ingi (11 week old Standard Poodle) is still a young puppy. But he responded to the first lesson very well. Keep up the good work!
Ingi (11 week old Standard Poodle) is still a young puppy. But he responded to the first lesson very well. Keep up the good work!
12th July 2019 - Mark Gall
After our training session with Mark we saw a noticeable difference in Kokoda's behaviour from the beginning to the end of the session. Prior to the session we hadn't seen too big of a difference in Kokoda's behaviour, but Mark pointed us in the right direction and we've already seen a good improvement in her behaviour.
Trainer note from Mark
Kokoda is a very nervous dog , 6mth old Collie x Kelpie, high energy and although not aggressive was heading that way with fear reactions to people and dogs, Big barker at gate whilst trying to back away and in the house would continue to bark at visitors. Huge improvements on the day and lots to implement but both Mums did an awesome job of learning and applying.
Kokoda is a very nervous dog , 6mth old Collie x Kelpie, high energy and although not aggressive was heading that way with fear reactions to people and dogs, Big barker at gate whilst trying to back away and in the house would continue to bark at visitors. Huge improvements on the day and lots to implement but both Mums did an awesome job of learning and applying.
10th July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We have had the most amazing results with Piper! Really impressed with the Bark Busters way and with Keiko, and we are so happy with the changes we've noticed in Piper. She's like a different dog now, in the best way.
Trainer note from Keiko
Piper (7 year old Staffy) responded to the lesson really well. She stopped jumping up, comes when called and walking so well on the lead. Good job!
Piper (7 year old Staffy) responded to the lesson really well. She stopped jumping up, comes when called and walking so well on the lead. Good job!
2nd July 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We loved meeting Keiko and we 100% agree with the educating methods. We could see an immediate positive change in Bailey’s behaviour. The best part is that the Bark Busters methods are gentle and without being need to be physical.
Keiko was very professional, efficient and to the point. She answered all our questions and spent over 3 hours with us.
We are very happy with our first session and we feel much more in control of the situation already. We looking forward to the next session.
Thank you!
Trainer note from Keiko
Bailey (7 month old Staffy cross) responded to the lesson very well. She was confused about the rules and boundaries so pulling lead and reactive towards dogs. Once she understood who are the rule makers, she was happy to follow. Keep up the good work!
Bailey (7 month old Staffy cross) responded to the lesson very well. She was confused about the rules and boundaries so pulling lead and reactive towards dogs. Once she understood who are the rule makers, she was happy to follow. Keep up the good work!
26th June 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Our training session with Keiko was better than I expected. S.A. responded very well to all techniques Keiko taught us and thanks to her S.A. will be well behaved sooner than we ever dreamed!
Trainer note from Keiko
S.A. (18 month old Pit Bull cross) responded to the lesson very well. He stopped barking at the gate and fence line immediately. He was confused about the rules, boundaries and manners. Keep up the good work!
S.A. (18 month old Pit Bull cross) responded to the lesson very well. He stopped barking at the gate and fence line immediately. He was confused about the rules, boundaries and manners. Keep up the good work!
25th June 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We had a great first training session with Keiko. Louie was very responsive and we saw instant results. We are looking forward to implementing the training program that Keiko has designed for us. Thanks so much Keiko for helping us.
Trainer note from Keiko
You are welcome! Louie responded to the first lesson very well. Barking and pulling the lead improved instantly! Louie was confused about what was expected until you learned to Speak Dog :) Keep up the good work!
You are welcome! Louie responded to the first lesson very well. Barking and pulling the lead improved instantly! Louie was confused about what was expected until you learned to Speak Dog :) Keep up the good work!
21st June 2019 - Keiko Ruwhiu
To be honest I'm speechless. The knowledge Keiko has was so informative and really opened our eyes in the best way possible. It has really made us look at what to do with Bear and how to train him. This has been the best money spent with the value we have got so far for Bear and ourselves. Thank you.
Trainer note from Keiko
Bear (2 years old German Shepherd) was pulling lead so hard when walking but he learnt not to immediately. He was so wanted to do the right thing :) Keep up the good work!
Bear (2 years old German Shepherd) was pulling lead so hard when walking but he learnt not to immediately. He was so wanted to do the right thing :) Keep up the good work!
19th June 2019 - Mark Gall
The training was outstanding. We went from trying to please our dogs as idf they were humans to totally getting that we needed to change this approach to get back the ranking to control them in and out of the home.
The techniques then offered to re train the dogs around beiong on lead and obeying commands was amazing. Simple, well explained and in no time at all the dogs were seemingly changed into different animals!
Since then walking our dogs is just a dream.
Trainer note from Mark
Samson is a large Malamute and very strong ,pushy , in charge or so he thought. he responded very well to simple change in the technique the owners were trying to control him by. First off no physical man handling , just voice and body language. worked the passive and lead exercises and Samson is a changed man. Awesome work Family.
Samson is a large Malamute and very strong ,pushy , in charge or so he thought. he responded very well to simple change in the technique the owners were trying to control him by. First off no physical man handling , just voice and body language. worked the passive and lead exercises and Samson is a changed man. Awesome work Family.
11th June 2019 - Mark Gall
The change in Bowsers behaviour was unbelievable, we tried the techniques after Mark had gone and he had impproved so much in his recall and obedience.
Very pleased with the whole lesson and with Mark
Trainer note from Mark
Bowser is a Heavy set Lab x Pittbull.2 year old. His problems were aggression to people visitors and dogs , also barking and very strong puller , no focus. The family have all worked the techniques and this dog has just shone through, major behaviour change and seems happy to let them be the leader. awesome work and thanks for calling us.
Bowser is a Heavy set Lab x Pittbull.2 year old. His problems were aggression to people visitors and dogs , also barking and very strong puller , no focus. The family have all worked the techniques and this dog has just shone through, major behaviour change and seems happy to let them be the leader. awesome work and thanks for calling us.
7th June 2019 - Mark Gall
Although Mark was highly recommended we really didn't know what to expect from the training.
On his arrival Winston performed as expected, barked his arse off and carried on like the teenage fool he was.
The 3 hours the family spent with Mark was very enlightening. He put us all at ease and worked with us to cover off the various behavioral issues that needed correction.
To sum it up, we all couldn't believe the change in Winston that took place over those 3 hours. The first thing that we all reflected on at the end of the day was how quiet the house was without all the barking. We still have work to do but we're really working on minor tweaks and changes. Winston is far more relaxed and laid back which is bloody great.
Trainer note from Mark
Mr Winston is a Labradoodle with lots of poodle reactivity. Major barker at everything and his view from the lounge window. Great work by the whole family to apply the daily process and even a week later still very relaxed and doing awesome.
Mr Winston is a Labradoodle with lots of poodle reactivity. Major barker at everything and his view from the lounge window. Great work by the whole family to apply the daily process and even a week later still very relaxed and doing awesome.
25th May 2019 - Mark Gall
It took no time at all before Mark was seen by Baxter as Leader of the Pack. Mark then taught ways to ensure we remain in control. The techniques are simple and effective. We learnt a lot and have been applying it daily. Baxter is a different dog and continues to improve as we invest in becoming head of the pack.
Trainer note from Mark
Baxter was a very exciteable Staffy, lovely nature party boy. But needed to calm down and focus on his little lifestyle block of ducks , chooks , rabbits. He responded well and the owners have been putting in the daily work. Well done everyone.
Baxter was a very exciteable Staffy, lovely nature party boy. But needed to calm down and focus on his little lifestyle block of ducks , chooks , rabbits. He responded well and the owners have been putting in the daily work. Well done everyone.
20th May 2019 - Mark Gall
It was very good and Mark was very easy to work with.
Trainer note from Mark
This dog is a Kelpie cross and was very strong at guarding the property, nervous on new people, pulled ,recall was an issue when focussed on anything else. Ocho responded very well in the lesson and on the day,to the point of not wanting to go to answer the door, a huge improvement. Certainly bright but also dominant so consistency will be the key and daily programming through focus exercises which I 'm sure the owners will apply well.
This dog is a Kelpie cross and was very strong at guarding the property, nervous on new people, pulled ,recall was an issue when focussed on anything else. Ocho responded very well in the lesson and on the day,to the point of not wanting to go to answer the door, a huge improvement. Certainly bright but also dominant so consistency will be the key and daily programming through focus exercises which I 'm sure the owners will apply well.