Working with Bark Busters has been an absolutely top-notch experience from start to finish. Scheduling was easy and they took the time to truly understand our needs before we even began. When James arrived for our first session, he came fully prepared and immediately demonstrated a clear understanding of the behaviors we wanted to improve. The trainer's (James and Michelle) are also the owners of the company and it shows!
Within the first 30 minutes, James gave us practical tools to address barking and over-excitement when visitors come over. Both of our dogs needed different types of support, and he was able to tailor the training in a way that never felt overwhelming. We noticed improvements after every single session.
Our dog Biscuit, who used to bark excessively and pull whenever we passed people or other dogs, can now walk calmly past them without reacting. This alone has made our daily walks so much easier and so much more enjoyable.
Hands down, this has been the best investment we’ve made for our dogs. We can’t say enough good things about James and Michelle and have already recommended Bark Busters to several friends. Highly, highly recommend!
Bark Busters is life-changing. It is truly like MAGIC. After struggles with my 2 dogs' behaviors left me with 6 stitches, I was desperate for help. I spoke to their primary care vet and a behavioral vet, and both recommended putting my dogs on anti-anxiety meds for the rest of their lives. That did not feel like a solution. Instead, I called Bark Busters and James taught me how to teach my dogs. I experienced remarkable results after the very first session. The anxiety around my dogs' interactions melted away while my confidence in leading and teaching them skyrocketed. My dogs and I are way less stressed, and much more confident and happy. Bark Busters is worth every single penny!
James is really nice and he knows what he is doing. Since the first lesson my dog was a completely different pet. A lot of improvement. Totally recommended
We cannot even begin to express how grateful we are for James and Bark Busters! We’ve had our sweet rescue, Quavo, for over a year. When we first adopted him, he was fearful and anxious — traits that followed him from the shelter. His separation anxiety was severe, so we initially tried another training company that used e-collars, but unfortunately, his anxiety only got worse. I do not recommend. During that time, a new behavior started: he began snapping at people. Although he never bit anyone, the snapping was scary for our friends and family and was seriously impacting our lives. It was heartbreaking to see Quavo so anxious and unsettled around people, especially because he’s such a sweet boy once he trusts you. After just two sessions with James, EVERYTHING changed. When my family came to visit, they were able to pet and snuggle Quavo without any issues — no snapping AT ALL. It felt like we were one big happy family— something we always dreamed of. I always believed in Quavo, but I honestly didn’t expect to see such fast results. This has truly been life-changing for all of us! (Included a photo of Quavo snuggling with my mom because I still can’t believe it!) Quavo also used to struggle with leash walking, fixating on other dogs and making walks stressful. Thanks to James, walks are now enjoyable, and Quavo has improved so much. We are beyond grateful for James. His training style is incredible — he trains YOU on how to train your dog & how to properly communicate with them. He explains everything clearly and uses gentle, kind methods. He’s honest & you can tell he truly loves dogs and understands each family’s unique situation. I couldn’t recommend James or Bark Busters more. We’re so thankful to have ongoing support for Quavo throughout his life. They have truly been life savers! I’m so grateful that Quavo is able to relax and that people can now see the sweet loving boy he truly is!❤️
James is so awesome, he really knows exactly what to do and is so much fun to work with. We are super excited to have his support throughout our puppy’s lifetime!
When we brought home a new dog, the introductions didn't go well. Bark Busters, specifically the Magnificent Michelle, enabled us to keep both dogs, who now function as a pack. Michelle also gave us the tools to introduce our dog aggressive dog to other dogs, and pass dogs on the street without losing our minds. I love that the payment covers the life of the dog. A few years later, this year, Michelle helped prepare the dogs for when we brought home our baby. I feel so much more confident as a dog owner because I've been trained on how to read my dogs' body language to keep everyone safe and happy.
James with Bark Busters in Charleston, SC has been so helpful with our 3 King Charles Cavaliers. The techniques that he has shared with us have been easy to implement and effective. Our daily routine with our dogs is now a pleasure instead of chaos.
I cannot say enough good things about James and Bark Busters! My dog, Pepper, was extremely reactive to other dogs and would pull so hard on walks that I was often getting dragged. I spent eight months trying different training methods with little success—until I found James.
In only eight weeks, Pepper has completely transformed. After the very first lesson, I saw an immediate change in her behavior. Thanks to James’ incredible guidance and training techniques, she now walks calmly on a leash, listens to me, and—most importantly—we can walk around other dogs without fear of a meltdown. Our walks have gone from stressful to enjoyable, and I finally feel confident handling her.
If you’re struggling with a reactive dog, I highly recommend James. He is patient, knowledgeable, and truly understands how to bring out the best in your pup. Thank you, Bark Busters, for giving us the tools to succeed!
We found James and Bark Busters after searching for training that didn’t rely on rewards. We got so much more! We have a 3-pack of happy chill hounds that coexist in ways in our home with our young kids we had only dreamed of. Through James’ and Bark Busters methods we have gotten to know our dogs more as who they are individually but more importantly how they function as a pack that we are part of. We had previously done traditional obedience training with two of the three dogs and it was lengthy, exhausting and just way too time consuming, resulting in commands that did not stand the test of time.
Bark Busters method of behavioral training is transformative in a way that makes it natural for the dogs (and humans!) to follow and the results happened quickly for our pack by spending 10-15mins a day working with the dogs.
We loved that the majority of the training took place in our home where the most correction was needed and then we built upon that work by adding some tweaks to our leash/walking techniques that really dialed everything in.
Make the investment in your pet. James has a gift and will help build a relationship with your pups (or pack) you have been hoping for!
I can't say enough good things about BarkBusters. Their deep understanding of dog psychology and behavior made an incredible difference in my dog’s temperament in just two weeks. They use excellent tools and techniques to redirect unwanted behaviors effectively, and the results have been very good—my dog is now calmer, happier, and more secure in her place within our "pack."
James is also incredibly responsive to any questions and his contract provides ongoing support when needed, ensuring long-term success. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and results-driven trainer, I highly recommend them!
Jordan D.
9 days ago
— Charleston, SC
Working with Bark Busters has been an absolutely top-notch experience from start to finish. Scheduling was easy and they took the time to truly understand our needs before we even began. When James arrived for our first session, he came fully prepared and immediately demonstrated a clear understanding of the behaviors we wanted to improve. The trainer's (James and Michelle) are also the owners of the company and it shows!
PermalinkWithin the first 30 minutes, James gave us practical tools to address barking and over-excitement when visitors come over. Both of our dogs needed different types of support, and he was able to tailor the training in a way that never felt overwhelming. We noticed improvements after every single session.
Our dog Biscuit, who used to bark excessively and pull whenever we passed people or other dogs, can now walk calmly past them without reacting. This alone has made our daily walks so much easier and so much more enjoyable.
Hands down, this has been the best investment we’ve made for our dogs. We can’t say enough good things about James and Michelle and have already recommended Bark Busters to several friends. Highly, highly recommend!
Jodi F.
46 days ago
— Charleston, SC
Bark Busters is life-changing. It is truly like MAGIC. After struggles with my 2 dogs' behaviors left me with 6 stitches, I was desperate for help. I spoke to their primary care vet and a behavioral vet, and both recommended putting my dogs on anti-anxiety meds for the rest of their lives. That did not feel like a solution. Instead, I called Bark Busters and James taught me how to teach my dogs. I experienced remarkable results after the very first session. The anxiety around my dogs' interactions melted away while my confidence in leading and teaching them skyrocketed. My dogs and I are way less stressed, and much more confident and happy. Bark Busters is worth every single penny!
PermalinkGeyling R.
51 days ago
— Ladson, SC
James is really nice and he knows what he is doing. Since the first lesson my dog was a completely different pet. A lot of improvement. Totally recommended
PermalinkJenna D.
4 months ago
— Charleston, SC
We cannot even begin to express how grateful we are for James and Bark Busters! We’ve had our sweet rescue, Quavo, for over a year. When we first adopted him, he was fearful and anxious — traits that followed him from the shelter. His separation anxiety was severe, so we initially tried another training company that used e-collars, but unfortunately, his anxiety only got worse. I do not recommend. During that time, a new behavior started: he began snapping at people. Although he never bit anyone, the snapping was scary for our friends and family and was seriously impacting our lives. It was heartbreaking to see Quavo so anxious and unsettled around people, especially because he’s such a sweet boy once he trusts you. After just two sessions with James, EVERYTHING changed. When my family came to visit, they were able to pet and snuggle Quavo without any issues — no snapping AT ALL. It felt like we were one big happy family— something we always dreamed of. I always believed in Quavo, but I honestly didn’t expect to see such fast results. This has truly been life-changing for all of us! (Included a photo of Quavo snuggling with my mom because I still can’t believe it!) Quavo also used to struggle with leash walking, fixating on other dogs and making walks stressful. Thanks to James, walks are now enjoyable, and Quavo has improved so much. We are beyond grateful for James. His training style is incredible — he trains YOU on how to train your dog & how to properly communicate with them. He explains everything clearly and uses gentle, kind methods. He’s honest & you can tell he truly loves dogs and understands each family’s unique situation. I couldn’t recommend James or Bark Busters more. We’re so thankful to have ongoing support for Quavo throughout his life. They have truly been life savers! I’m so grateful that Quavo is able to relax and that people can now see the sweet loving boy he truly is!❤️
PermalinkLexi F.
5 months ago
— Summerville, SC
James is so awesome, he really knows exactly what to do and is so much fun to work with. We are super excited to have his support throughout our puppy’s lifetime!
PermalinkMason F.
8 months ago
— Ladson, SC
When we brought home a new dog, the introductions didn't go well. Bark Busters, specifically the Magnificent Michelle, enabled us to keep both dogs, who now function as a pack. Michelle also gave us the tools to introduce our dog aggressive dog to other dogs, and pass dogs on the street without losing our minds. I love that the payment covers the life of the dog. A few years later, this year, Michelle helped prepare the dogs for when we brought home our baby. I feel so much more confident as a dog owner because I've been trained on how to read my dogs' body language to keep everyone safe and happy.
PermalinkStacey N.
8 months ago
— Charleston, SC
James with Bark Busters in Charleston, SC has been so helpful with our 3 King Charles Cavaliers. The techniques that he has shared with us have been easy to implement and effective. Our daily routine with our dogs is now a pleasure instead of chaos.
PermalinkCarol J.
9 months ago
— Charleston, SC
I cannot say enough good things about James and Bark Busters! My dog, Pepper, was extremely reactive to other dogs and would pull so hard on walks that I was often getting dragged. I spent eight months trying different training methods with little success—until I found James.
PermalinkIn only eight weeks, Pepper has completely transformed. After the very first lesson, I saw an immediate change in her behavior. Thanks to James’ incredible guidance and training techniques, she now walks calmly on a leash, listens to me, and—most importantly—we can walk around other dogs without fear of a meltdown. Our walks have gone from stressful to enjoyable, and I finally feel confident handling her.
If you’re struggling with a reactive dog, I highly recommend James. He is patient, knowledgeable, and truly understands how to bring out the best in your pup. Thank you, Bark Busters, for giving us the tools to succeed!
Courtney O.
10 months ago
— Charleston, SC
We found James and Bark Busters after searching for training that didn’t rely on rewards. We got so much more! We have a 3-pack of happy chill hounds that coexist in ways in our home with our young kids we had only dreamed of. Through James’ and Bark Busters methods we have gotten to know our dogs more as who they are individually but more importantly how they function as a pack that we are part of. We had previously done traditional obedience training with two of the three dogs and it was lengthy, exhausting and just way too time consuming, resulting in commands that did not stand the test of time.
PermalinkBark Busters method of behavioral training is transformative in a way that makes it natural for the dogs (and humans!) to follow and the results happened quickly for our pack by spending 10-15mins a day working with the dogs.
We loved that the majority of the training took place in our home where the most correction was needed and then we built upon that work by adding some tweaks to our leash/walking techniques that really dialed everything in.
Make the investment in your pet. James has a gift and will help build a relationship with your pups (or pack) you have been hoping for!
Elyse S.
10 months ago
— Mount Pleasant, SC
I can't say enough good things about BarkBusters. Their deep understanding of dog psychology and behavior made an incredible difference in my dog’s temperament in just two weeks. They use excellent tools and techniques to redirect unwanted behaviors effectively, and the results have been very good—my dog is now calmer, happier, and more secure in her place within our "pack."
PermalinkJames is also incredibly responsive to any questions and his contract provides ongoing support when needed, ensuring long-term success. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and results-driven trainer, I highly recommend them!
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