Bark Busters Dakota County, Lakeville & Woodbury Reviews

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

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  • Liz L. .
    5 months ago — Burnsville, MN

    Photo of Lucky We had our first training session with Omar a few days ago and I am completely blown away! It is hard to believe how much our dog’s behavior improved in just one session. Omar is a great teacher. He was calm and patient and took the time to answer all of our questions! More importantly, Omar gave us skills to use that really work! Our dog walks are fun now instead of stressful! We recommend Omar 100%!! Thank you, Omar!!

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Pulling
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful that walks are now fun instead of stressful—that’s exactly the kind of transformation we love to see. We appreciate your trust and your kind recommendation, and we look forward to continuing this journey with you!

    Best, Ryanne & Omar
  • Charlene H. .
    5 months ago — Cottage Grove, MN

    Photo of Lottie Ryanne is so knowledgeable about how to communicate with our dog, and we could not be happier with the results! We are so grateful that she was able to help us figure out how to navigate the behavioral issues that we were having with our puppy, and the ongoing training as our dog grows up is worth every penny! We are much more confident dog owners and feel that we can, with Ryanne’s help, successfully manage any issues that may arise in the future. Her immediate rapport with our dog and her obvious love of canines lets us know she is invested in our success. We would absolutely recommend Bark Busters to any dog owner!

    • #Chewing
    • #Jumping up
    • #Puppy management
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! 🐾 We’re thrilled to hear how much progress you and Lottie have made and so glad you’re feeling more confident as dog owners! We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation!

    Best, Ryanne & Omar
  • Cheryl R. .
    5 months ago — Farmington, MN

    Photo of Bennett We reached out to Bark Busters after adopting our puppy Bennett. Omar turned an extremely stressful situation completely around.
    Omar and Ryanne have exceeded our expectations in every way. They are knowledgeable, friendly and patient. It has been so helpful to have hands on personalized training in our home and in public spaces.
    Highly recommend Omar and Ryanne to anyone looking for help with training. Absolutely the best!!!

    • #Chewing
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Puppy management
    • #Separation anxiety
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’ve loved working with you and Bennett, and it’s been wonderful to see his progress. We’re so glad the training has made things less stressful and more enjoyable for your family. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to continuing the journey with you!
    Best,
    Ryanne & Omar
  • Dana R. .
    5 months ago — Hudson, WI

    Photo of Gracie Omar and Ryanne watched our dog, Gracie while my husband and I were on vacation. I knew the moment I met the both of them we would be in great hands. Not so sure Gracie was ready to come home with us. Omar and Ryanne send us texts and videos of Gracie while we were away. We can't thank them enough for the love and care they gave to Gracie!!! Highly recommend Omar and Ryanne. Two wonderful people who love to help and care for your pet.

    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for the kind words! 💛 Gracie was such a joy to have, and we loved spending time with her. We’re so glad the updates helped you feel connected while you were away. We’d be happy to welcome Gracie back anytime!
    Best, Ryanne & Omar
  • Kristen M.
    6 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Ryanne and Omar with Bark Busters are absolutely incredible! They recently came to my home to evaluate the temperaments of a litter of 7 week old puppies, and I was so impressed with their knowledgeable, professional, and caring approach. They truly know how to “speak dog” and have such a deep understanding of behavior—it was amazing to watch.
    Their insight made it easy to see each puppy’s unique personality, which gave me confidence in matching every puppy with the right family. I’ve also seen the amazing results they’ve had with training dogs and the families I work with.
    I can’t recommend Ryanne and Omar enough—they are knowledgeable, compassionate, and always put the dogs’ best interest first.

    • #Puppy management
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We truly enjoyed working with you and your litter—it’s always such a special experience to see each puppy’s personality shine through. We’re glad our insight was helpful in making those perfect family matches.

    Your kind words mean a lot, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to support you and the families you work with. Thank you for trusting us!

    – Ryanne & Omar
  • Chris P. .
    6 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Doc We had a great first time visit with Omar. He listened to our needs regarding our dog and was very informative and helpful in setting up a plan to address our concerns going forward. Both my wife and I were throughly impressed and are excited that we have a plan to help correct our dogs behavioral issues.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great first visit with Omar and that the plan feels clear and helpful moving forward. We’re excited to work alongside you and your pup as you put the training into practice and start seeing positive changes.

    – Ryanne & Omar
  • Connor C. .
    6 months ago — Rosemount, MN

    Photo of Torii I couldn’t say enough great things about Bark Busters. Ryanne and Omar were super quick to respond to my inquiry, cleared up all my worries and confusion, with great communication and planning. Ryanne and Omar were fair and intentional when it came to the evaluation. I’d highly recommend partnering with Bark Busters, whether it is training or evaluation- stress free, friendly people and they showed my pup love and saw his potential.

    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so glad our evaluation and guidance helped put your mind at ease and gave you confidence moving forward. It was a joy meeting your pup and seeing his potential, and we’re excited to help you both succeed together!

    – Ryanne & Omar
  • Alana H. .
    6 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Omar has been a blessing! Acquired an older dog from my parents with absolutely no training. Within 2 sessions (have more scheduled) he has taught me so much on how get my Daisy to walk without pulling. Snapping at my children or anyone else coming close to me while she’s on my lap! He also taught us how to handle our other dogs constant need to be petted and attention. Absolute game changer in our household.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Daisy and Zeppelin are already benefiting from the sessions. It’s been a pleasure working with you, and we're excited to continue helping your household feel calmer, more balanced, and harmonious!

    – Omar & Ryanne
  • Paul L. .
    6 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    Photo of Cheeto I must tell you I was skeptical when we hired Bark Busters to help with the behavioral problems we were having with our adopted dog Cheeto. Omar came to our house and spent 4 hours with us and our dog. His patient techniques and teaching style, coupled with his vast knowledge of dog behaviors proved to be highly effective. After just one session, Cheeto is extremely well behaved and our home is a completely different place. I HIGHLY recommend Omar and Bark Busters to anyone seeking to understand your dog and that needs to learn skills to address unwanted behaviors. Well worth every penny and the best thing we ever did for Cheeto! Amazing trainer whose love for dogs and what he does shines through in amazing results!!!

    • #Aggression
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
    Trainer Note:
    Hi Paul,
    Thank you for your wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear about your success with Cheeto and I'm thrilled to be a part of your journey. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need any further support.

    Best,
    Omar
  • Zach J. .
    6 months ago — Saint Paul, MN

    We reached out to Bark Busters when we were preparing our dog Ollie for a major life change—a new baby in the house. From day one, the experience exceeded our expectations.

    Our trainer, was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and thoughtful in their approach. They didn’t just teach Ollie—they taught us how to communicate in a way he understands. The methods were gentle, effective, and built around trust and consistency.

    What impressed us most was how tailored the training was to our home and lifestyle. It wasn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it was a plan that respected Ollie’s personality and our family dynamics. The confidence we’ve gained as dog owners has been just as valuable as the progress Ollie has made.

    Now that our baby has arrived, Ollie is calm, respectful of boundaries, and still the sweet dog we’ve always loved. We’re incredibly grateful to Bark Busters for helping make this transition so smooth.

    Highly recommend for any dog owner—whether you're dealing with behavioral challenges or just want a better relationship with your pup. Worth every penny.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    We truly appreciate you sharing your Bark Busters experience! It's been incredibly rewarding to witness Ollie's progress and your dedication. We wish your Family all the best and are always here if you need us.

    Best, Ryanne & Omar Rubio