Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
23rd September 2018 - Mark Gall
We had no idea how to train Louie, we were becoming frustrated and so was he. Mark was wonderful, he explained how Louie was interpreting our actions and the reasons for his behaviour. Then he taught us how to correct everything we needed to and get on the right track to a well behaved dog. It is not an overnight fix and we need to work at it but we started seeing results from day one. We are happier and so is Louie.
Trainer note from Mark
Louie is an #Spoodle 7 mths old and doing pretty much everything wrong. Problems included jumping , barking , pulling, recall , toilet training, food aggression. louie scored 137 on the #BarkBustersfreequiz a very high score in not a great way. Both owner and dog responded great , he'll be a work in progress but on the right track now. the owners now has #speakdog skills. Be great to hear the updates as Louie improves.
Louie is an #Spoodle 7 mths old and doing pretty much everything wrong. Problems included jumping , barking , pulling, recall , toilet training, food aggression. louie scored 137 on the #BarkBustersfreequiz a very high score in not a great way. Both owner and dog responded great , he'll be a work in progress but on the right track now. the owners now has #speakdog skills. Be great to hear the updates as Louie improves.
22nd September 2018 - Mark Gall
Great session with Mark. Really love that the training is done at our home and unlike other unsuccessful trainers we've used it isn't based on extreme fear or food. In a week we have made some great progress with walking and door bell running. Really appreciate the knowledge as our Greyhounds are ex-racing but Mark knew how to handle them, so thanks. Highly recommend.
Trainer note from Mark
couple of awesome dogs and awesome owners. Dogs responded well to our gentle dog speak and did what was asked pretty well on the day. Daily work from the owners will pay off in really great dogs. Well done guys.
couple of awesome dogs and awesome owners. Dogs responded well to our gentle dog speak and did what was asked pretty well on the day. Daily work from the owners will pay off in really great dogs. Well done guys.
20th September 2018 - Mark Gall
Mark was very knowledgeable, understanding and patient. He made great progress with our dog in a very short time (as well as making progress with us). He taught us so many useful tips as an owner and handler that have improved our relationship with our dog and made him a much happier and obedient dog. Thanks Mark!!
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Noah is a rehome and never been around stock before and as he now resides on a lifestyle block action was needed. He responded really well and seemed to understand what we wanted , Nice work by the owners who's diligence will pay off. Great work guys.
Noah is a rehome and never been around stock before and as he now resides on a lifestyle block action was needed. He responded really well and seemed to understand what we wanted , Nice work by the owners who's diligence will pay off. Great work guys.
16th September 2018 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko was a wonderful trainer. We have 2 very boisterous Staffy puppies - one is deaf. She demonstrated how to easily manage them with effective behavioural correction techniques. We now have a plan and some hope.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very pleased with the way both Fez and Subi (6 month old Staffies) responded to the lesson. They were just confused about who made the rules. Great dogs :) Keep up the good work!!
I was very pleased with the way both Fez and Subi (6 month old Staffies) responded to the lesson. They were just confused about who made the rules. Great dogs :) Keep up the good work!!
15th September 2018 - Mark Gall
Mark was confident, friendly and knowledgeable about what he was doing and saying towards my dogs needs.
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Great people , great weee dog with not major but important behaviour issues , bit of barking and toilet marking, Possum responded well and even went walks with someone other than mum. Nice work guys.
Great people , great weee dog with not major but important behaviour issues , bit of barking and toilet marking, Possum responded well and even went walks with someone other than mum. Nice work guys.
15th September 2018 - Mark Gall
I wish we'd called Mark sooner! After a couple of fights between siblings which were escalating in severity we needed help to get our pack back together. Mark was fantastic, he took the time to get to know us and the dogs first before we went near the kennels so our session targeted exactly what we needed. He explained and demonstrated the techniques clearly and was patient and non-judgemental. Our dogs responded really well once Mark had trained us as better handlers!! It was a really enjoyable session, we learnt so much and our pack seems happier and more relaxed now that we're more confident leaders. The equipment, resources and support are excellent and I feel like our pack is back on track thanks to Mark.
Trainer note from Mark
# dogs all working farm breeds, all totally different temperaments, and two competing for the top job with Sibling rivalry ending in vet bills. Awesome folk who took on board the techniques and showed great skills . These dogs will feel soo much happier and more relaxed in their pack now. Great job.
# dogs all working farm breeds, all totally different temperaments, and two competing for the top job with Sibling rivalry ending in vet bills. Awesome folk who took on board the techniques and showed great skills . These dogs will feel soo much happier and more relaxed in their pack now. Great job.
10th September 2018 - Mark Gall
The training went very well. mark was very good at helping us understand our dog and we were impressed with how quickly Clem was able to respond. His knowledge is clearly impressive and he was able to give answers to all our queries.
Trainer note from Mark
Clem is a well mannered but rather pushy boy in certain areas. he responded well as did the owners to applying the techniques to get on top of Clems dog aggression on lead and pushy ball play. Pulled as well. Great work all round.
Clem is a well mannered but rather pushy boy in certain areas. he responded well as did the owners to applying the techniques to get on top of Clems dog aggression on lead and pushy ball play. Pulled as well. Great work all round.
9th September 2018 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Thorough, thoughtful, personalised. I really appreciated Keiko's approach, gentle but firm. She worked with us and our dog towards our own goals and was very knowledgeable; able to answer all my questions in full. I never expected to make so much progress in one day! My Chihuahua puppy was always tugging at the lead on walks but after 5mins practice in the driveway with Keiko guiding us, he was walking perfectly to heel. We also had quick results on door manners and we have a clear plan on what to do each day to continue and develop this good behaviour. I am very happy with Keiko's process and the results.
Trainer note from Keiko
I was very happy with the way Archie (6 month old Chihuahua) responded to the lesson. He did very well! Keep up the good work!!
I was very happy with the way Archie (6 month old Chihuahua) responded to the lesson. He did very well! Keep up the good work!!
5th September 2018 - Mark Gall
Had our first session today with Koda as she has some dog aggression within a couple of hours there was a huge improvement in her behaviour. Mark gave great information which was easy to understand and I look forward to using the techniques that mark has shown me to further improve her behaviour.
Trainer note from Mark
Koda is a placid Choc lab until a dog barks or shows aggression to her then fear aggression sets in, she has had free reign with the previous carers and doesn't focus well . She showed she can but will be a work in progress but showed huge potential to get over her fear issues.
Koda is a placid Choc lab until a dog barks or shows aggression to her then fear aggression sets in, she has had free reign with the previous carers and doesn't focus well . She showed she can but will be a work in progress but showed huge potential to get over her fear issues.
31st August 2018 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We were really impressed by Keiko. We saw a different side of our dog within minutes, and today (less than 24 hours later), he is behaving much better already.
Trainer note from Keiko
Great to hear Bernie (2 year old Collie cross) is doing well! He just needed clear rules and boundaries. Keep up the good work!
Great to hear Bernie (2 year old Collie cross) is doing well! He just needed clear rules and boundaries. Keep up the good work!
29th August 2018 - Keiko Ruwhiu
We have had very good training session and guidance from Keiko. She makes it easy to train a dog and gives us good strategies and practical tips on how to walk our dog.
She follows up on training visits and willing to accommodate to suit our schedules.
Keiko has a good over knowledge about dogs, and their behaviour patterns and training.
Trainer note from Keiko
Jasper (2.5 year old German Shepherd) is responding to the training very well. Keep up the good work!
Jasper (2.5 year old German Shepherd) is responding to the training very well. Keep up the good work!
22nd August 2018 - Keiko Ruwhiu
Keiko was very good. We are happy to finally communicate effectively with our dog.
Trainer note from Keiko
Bella (8 months old Husky cross) responded to the lesson very well. She was just confused. But not any more. Bella is happier now that she understands you and your family better. Keep up the good work :)
Bella (8 months old Husky cross) responded to the lesson very well. She was just confused. But not any more. Bella is happier now that she understands you and your family better. Keep up the good work :)