Bark Busters Dakota County, Lakeville & Woodbury Reviews

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159 Reviews ★★★★★(Average 4.99 out of 5)

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  • Sue Anderson .
    2 days ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Cooper We recently hired Bark Busters to help us with our Miniature American Shepherd, Cooper, who is very reactive and has started to be aggressive toward people. We didn't know quite what to expect when Omar showed up, but I can say he more than exceeded what we hoped to accomplish on that first visit. Before he even met Cooper, he spent time with our family, listening to our concerns and then helping us understand why Cooper was behaving as he was. This insight has been a game-changer in how we interact with Cooper. And already we're seeing results. We still have a long way to go, but Omar has given us the hope that Cooper can become a calm, confident and happy dog who will bring much joy to our family. We really cannot recommend Bark Busters highly enough - especially Omar and Ryanne!

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your incredibly kind review. We are so glad you are seeing results and feel hopeful! It truly means a lot to us that you took the time to share your experience — we appreciate you and your support more than words can say!

    Omar & Ryanne Rubio
  • Amy O. .
    9 days ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Zeus & Raven When we adopted a second dog and were trying to integrate and train him, we quickly realized there were more issues than we could fix ourselves. I took a local weekly pet store obedience class but couldn't finish it due to our big guy's leash reactivity. I searched online and found Bark Busters, and when I talked to Ryanne she gave me hope that we could get to a better place! During our first session with Omar our whole family learned SO much, about BOTH our dogs and how to help them. I knew my money was going to be well-spent, and an investment for their lives that no other training had done for us. Since then, we've been able to walk better, greet visitors calmly at the door, and reduce anxiety - and we're just getting started. We all learn something new during every single session. I'm so grateful we found Bark Busters!

    • #Barking
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Pulling
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and detailed review. It truly means the world to us.Hearing that you’re walking more confidently, greeting visitors calmly, and seeing reduced anxiety is exactly why we do what we do. Thank you again for trusting Bark Busters and for your kind words—they genuinely mean so much!

    Warmly,
    Omar & Ryanne Rubio
  • Heather L. .
    21 days ago — Hastings, MN

    Photo of Juniper and Oreo Working with Omar has been an eye‑opening and genuinely transformative experience for our family. He didn’t just help us address our dog’s behavioral challenges — he helped us understand why those behaviors were happening in the first place. Omar opened our minds to a completely new way of seeing our relationship with our dog and how we communicate with her.

    His calm, clear guidance gave us the confidence we needed to fully commit to helping her grow, adjust, and ultimately live in harmony with our other pets. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, we now feel empowered and connected, and we’re already seeing meaningful progress.

    If you’re looking for a trainer who is knowledgeable, patient, and truly invested in helping you build a better relationship with your dog, Omar is the one. We couldn’t recommend him more.

    • #Aggression
    • #Sibling rivalry
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful review. We’re truly grateful for your kind words and for trusting us with such an important part of your family. Your commitment to your dog’s growth and to creating harmony in your home is what makes this work so successful.

    Thank you again for the recommendation and for allowing us to work alongside you.

    — Ryanne & Omar
    Bark Busters Dakota County
  • Crystal S. .
    22 days ago — Inver Grove Heights, MN

    Photo of Lucky We have had such a wonderful experience with Bark Busters Dakota County, and especially with Omar. He has been working with our German Shepherd puppy, Lucky, since he was just 10 weeks old and now at 6 months, the progress has been incredible.

    Omar doesn't just train Lucky, he helps our entire family understand his needs so we can become the best dog parents we can be. His guidance has been calm, thoughtful, and incredibly effective, and it’s given us so much confidence as we raise a high energy, intelligent puppy.

    The lifetime support alone makes this service more than worth the investment, and knowing we can continue to lean on Omar as Lucky grows is such a gift. We are truly grateful for the care, expertise, and heart he brings to his work. He really is a dog whisperer! We couldn’t recommend Bark Busters Dakota County more highly.

    • #Puppy management
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you again for your trust, kind words, and recommendation. Lucky is very fortunate to have such dedicated humans, and we’re grateful to be part of your journey!

    — Ryanne & Omar
    Bark Busters Dakota County
  • Cami P. .
    28 days ago — Rosemount, MN

    Our experience with Omar and Ryanne has been wonderful. We had some behavior concerns with our dog we adopted and Omar truly saved us! We love their teaching style and approach. We have learned so much from them and are forever grateful. Highly recommend!

    • #Aggression
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for the 5-star review! ⭐️ We truly appreciate your kind words and are so glad you are enjoying your experience. Your trust means a lot to us, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to work with you and Bean! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can ever help in the future!
  • Laura P. .
    2 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Annie I’m so happy to be working with Omar on training my new rescue pup! After 40+ years of cats, I knew I needed guidance just as much as the puppy! Omar is super patient with both of us and we are both learning a lot! I didn’t know how to train a puppy at all. And now she sits, down, leash walks, and enters a crate in a vehicle for transport. Still working on potty training and dropping unwanted items. But having someone come to your home and work on exactly what is needed 1:1 is priceless. And he answers my endless questions. I’m thrilled with where we are so far and it’s only been about 6 weeks. You won’t be disappointed with using this firm!

    • #Puppy management
    • #Toileting
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear how well things are going with your new rescue pup. We love working with clients like you, and it’s wonderful to see the progress you’ve both made in such a short time. We truly appreciate your trust and are excited to continue supporting you along the way! - Ryanne & Omar Rubio
  • Sarah M.
    4 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Stormi & Pippa We reached out to Bark Busters after a few terrifying incidents between our two dogs, who are sisters, resulting in serious fights and even blood drawn. We were devastated and genuinely feared we might have to rehome our 2-year-old larger dog due to her attacking our 5-year-old Frenchie.
    Then came Ryanne, and everything changed. From the very first visit, she showed us techniques that had immediate results. She not only helped us understand our dogs’ behavior but also taught us how to be better, more confident dog parents. The difference in our dogs’ behavior, and in our home, is truly incredible.
    Ryanne is patient, flexible, and exceptionally skilled at what she does. She made us feel supported every step of the way, and we are forever grateful for her guidance and the peace she has restored to our home.
    If you’re struggling with behavioral issues or just want to strengthen your bond with your dogs, we can’t recommend Ryanne and Bark Busters enough.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Pulling
    • #Sibling rivalry
    Trainer Note:
    Wow — thank you so much for sharing your story! It means the world to hear how far you and your girls have come. I’m so proud of the progress you’ve made and the calm, confident leadership you’ve built together. Seeing the transformation in your home and the harmony between your dogs is exactly why I love what I do.

    Thank you for trusting me and Bark Busters to be part of your journey — it’s been such a joy to work with your family! 💛 Reach out anytime for further support!

    Best, Ryanne & Omar Rubio
  • Michael A. .
    4 months ago — Apple Valley, MN

    Photo of Mason, Millionaire & Myah Omar and Ryanne do a great job with our 3 dogs. They are punctual and they give us useful training techniques. Would recommend giving them a try.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Pulling
    • #Puppy management
    • #Separation anxiety
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much! We really appreciate your kind words and love working with your family and your pups!

    – Omar & Ryanne
  • Nick W. .
    4 months ago — Prescott, WI

    Photo of Walter Omar is the greatest and you can certainly tell he cares for his clients. He understands and responds in such a professional manner. He teaches, explains and has done outstanding work with our new pup, Walter. We highly recommend Bark Busters - Dakota County, it's worth every dime and more.

    • #Jumping up
    • #Puppy management
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve had such a great experience and that Walter is making good progress. We appreciate your recommendation and trust in Bark Busters – Dakota County! 🐾

    -Ryanne & Omar Rubio
  • Renee P. .
    5 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Murphy & Tucker Omar was simply amazing. We had our 1st session and we can already see a big difference in our pups, Omar is very knowledgeable and an excellent, effective communicator and teacher. We are so excited to continue to learn and to help our pups learn new, healthy behaviors! Thank you!!

    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Puppy management
    • #Sibling rivalry
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you’re already seeing positive changes after just one session. We’re excited to continue working with you and your dogs on building those healthy, lasting behaviors!

    Best, Ryanne & Omar