Holly from Bark Busters has been an incredible help with my two Goldendoodles. She started working with us when they were puppies about two years ago and has played a huge role in helping them grow into sweet, well-behaved dogs. Holly is very professional, knowledgeable, and also incredibly personable. One thing I really appreciate is that she proactively checks in with me from time to time and even comes back to help get us back on track when I drop the ball with training. I would absolutely recommend Holly to anyone looking for effective, supportive dog training.
I approached Scott and Holly with a complex request. Help me learn to better understand my blind and deaf dog who had developed aggression over the past few months. My rescue had taken a turn and no matter the number of books I read, or the trainers I hired, I was no closer to speaking her language.
Sage and I worked together well. She learns commands quickly and is so smart, but she was losing trust in me and I didn’t know how to gain it back. I was desperate. I looked to board and trains that promised obedience, but they were not right for us for a plethora of reasons. (Learned after some thousands of dollars later). We needed hands on help, guidance and someone to listen.
Scott communicated openly with me, and after our first training I saw an end to the tension we’d been living with. I saw Sage responding to me and listening. We were working together again.
I can’t speak for all Barkbusters trainers, but these two are exceptional at helping you understand and lead your dog. I appreciate their approach of positive reinforcement suited to Sage along with gentle redirects. They will do everything they can to help, even if it means suggesting other trainers or programs.
I’ve only just begun this process with them but seeing Sage settle instead of growl and protect her bed has me hopeful for a better future for her and me both. It’ll be a long road but I see way less potholes in it now. Maybe some bumps but we can handle that.
If you want to learn alongside your companion, if you want to put in the work - give them a call.
Holly and Scott with BarkBusters are absolutely incredible! When I put a deposit down on my puppy, Arlo, at just six days old, my next call was to Holly. She spent nearly two hours on the phone walking me through their philosophy, methods, and what to expect, and immediately made me feel confident about bringing my puppy home. Before Arlo even came home, Holly came to our house to make sure we had everything ready. Thanks to her detailed preparation and guidance, I had Arlo crate trained on day one, he is calm and respectful in the house, we have not struggle AT ALL with jumping up or puppy biting using Holly’s strategies and he hasn’t had a single potty accident. His first day home was mellow, smooth, and stress-free—and I know that’s because of Holly’s support. Our second session (we got to meet Scott!) they reinforced everything we were doing right and gave us simple, practical exercises to build trust and strengthen our bond. I’ve never raised a puppy before, and they’ve made me feel completely confident every step of the way. I’m so grateful to them for setting Arlo (and me!) up for success! And it is an enormous weight lifted to know we will have Holly and Scott’s support for any issues that arise for Arlo’s entire life!
Have now had 3 sessions with Holly and they have been so helpful! She has talked and walked us through ways to guide our puppy's learning, and to do it with positive reinforcement not treats. He already walks better on a leash, he is calmer when we have guests, and so much more. I love the Bark Buster approach to teaching and learning. Thanks Holly!
Holly has been amazing with our sessions. Training a 4-year-old not to be reactive to so many different things has become easy now that I know what to do. Bark Busters has changed our world. I'm looking forward to our next session. Thank you.
When we first adopted our puppy it felt like we always had to be near her in the pen or in her line of sight or she would get bad separation anxiety and cried constantly to get out. At times training her felt like an uphill battle, but within minutes of the first visit, Scott helped us with her separation anxiety, along with teaching her to be in her bed instead of on the couch. This has been a HUGE improvement in such a short amount of time and my husband and I feel like we actually have time to take care of things around the home. I cannot recommend Scott from Bark Busters enough!!
Scott spent almost 5 hours with us the first day to get our puppy ready to start training! We could already see an improvement in her that evening and into the next day! We’re so excited to have a lifetime guarantee with Scott and Holly and feel reassured that they are just a phone call away! Can’t recommend them enough! If you have a new puppy or any dog for that matter who could use a little extra TLC, call them. You won’t be disappointed!!
I had no idea what to expect, but after our first session with Scott, we already have practical advice to implement with Nova - and I am able to enjoy living in my house again without an anxious dog that is constantly underfoot! Looking forward to learning more at our next sessions!
Scott did a very good job teaching us many things to begin with yesterday on our first visit. Baxter is doing real well for 1 day in training. I really like this training method!
While I only was only able to use Bark Busters' services for a short while, Scott was an incredibly valuable resource to help me with my puppy. I learned so much just in the first session and appreciated his feedback and guidance after that.
Jelena
17 days ago
— Fort Collins, CO
Holly from Bark Busters has been an incredible help with my two Goldendoodles. She started working with us when they were puppies about two years ago and has played a huge role in helping them grow into sweet, well-behaved dogs. Holly is very professional, knowledgeable, and also incredibly personable. One thing I really appreciate is that she proactively checks in with me from time to time and even comes back to help get us back on track when I drop the ball with training. I would absolutely recommend Holly to anyone looking for effective, supportive dog training.
PermalinkAndrea
21 days ago
— Northern Colorado
I approached Scott and Holly with a complex request. Help me learn to better understand my blind and deaf dog who had developed aggression over the past few months. My rescue had taken a turn and no matter the number of books I read, or the trainers I hired, I was no closer to speaking her language.
PermalinkSage and I worked together well. She learns commands quickly and is so smart, but she was losing trust in me and I didn’t know how to gain it back. I was desperate. I looked to board and trains that promised obedience, but they were not right for us for a plethora of reasons. (Learned after some thousands of dollars later). We needed hands on help, guidance and someone to listen.
Scott communicated openly with me, and after our first training I saw an end to the tension we’d been living with. I saw Sage responding to me and listening. We were working together again.
I can’t speak for all Barkbusters trainers, but these two are exceptional at helping you understand and lead your dog. I appreciate their approach of positive reinforcement suited to Sage along with gentle redirects. They will do everything they can to help, even if it means suggesting other trainers or programs.
I’ve only just begun this process with them but seeing Sage settle instead of growl and protect her bed has me hopeful for a better future for her and me both. It’ll be a long road but I see way less potholes in it now. Maybe some bumps but we can handle that.
If you want to learn alongside your companion, if you want to put in the work - give them a call.
Kim S.
5 months ago
— Fort Collins, CO
Holly and Scott with BarkBusters are absolutely incredible! When I put a deposit down on my puppy, Arlo, at just six days old, my next call was to Holly. She spent nearly two hours on the phone walking me through their philosophy, methods, and what to expect, and immediately made me feel confident about bringing my puppy home. Before Arlo even came home, Holly came to our house to make sure we had everything ready. Thanks to her detailed preparation and guidance, I had Arlo crate trained on day one, he is calm and respectful in the house, we have not struggle AT ALL with jumping up or puppy biting using Holly’s strategies and he hasn’t had a single potty accident. His first day home was mellow, smooth, and stress-free—and I know that’s because of Holly’s support. Our second session (we got to meet Scott!) they reinforced everything we were doing right and gave us simple, practical exercises to build trust and strengthen our bond. I’ve never raised a puppy before, and they’ve made me feel completely confident every step of the way. I’m so grateful to them for setting Arlo (and me!) up for success! And it is an enormous weight lifted to know we will have Holly and Scott’s support for any issues that arise for Arlo’s entire life!
PermalinkShelley L.
5 months ago
— Fort Collins, CO
Have now had 3 sessions with Holly and they have been so helpful! She has talked and walked us through ways to guide our puppy's learning, and to do it with positive reinforcement not treats. He already walks better on a leash, he is calmer when we have guests, and so much more. I love the Bark Buster approach to teaching and learning. Thanks Holly!
PermalinkMonique G.
6 months ago
— Windsor, CO
Holly has been amazing with our sessions. Training a 4-year-old not to be reactive to so many different things has become easy now that I know what to do. Bark Busters has changed our world. I'm looking forward to our next session. Thank you.
PermalinkMelissa T.
8 months ago
— Loveland, CO
When we first adopted our puppy it felt like we always had to be near her in the pen or in her line of sight or she would get bad separation anxiety and cried constantly to get out. At times training her felt like an uphill battle, but within minutes of the first visit, Scott helped us with her separation anxiety, along with teaching her to be in her bed instead of on the couch. This has been a HUGE improvement in such a short amount of time and my husband and I feel like we actually have time to take care of things around the home. I cannot recommend Scott from Bark Busters enough!!
PermalinkMary
17 months ago
— Fort Collins, CO
Scott spent almost 5 hours with us the first day to get our puppy ready to start training! We could already see an improvement in her that evening and into the next day! We’re so excited to have a lifetime guarantee with Scott and Holly and feel reassured that they are just a phone call away! Can’t recommend them enough! If you have a new puppy or any dog for that matter who could use a little extra TLC, call them. You won’t be disappointed!!
PermalinkAlana M.
17 months ago
— Loveland, CO
I had no idea what to expect, but after our first session with Scott, we already have practical advice to implement with Nova - and I am able to enjoy living in my house again without an anxious dog that is constantly underfoot! Looking forward to learning more at our next sessions!
PermalinkJane L.
22 months ago
— Loveland, CO
Scott did a very good job teaching us many things to begin with yesterday on our first visit. Baxter is doing real well for 1 day in training. I really like this training method!
PermalinkKM
22 months ago
— Berthoud, CO
While I only was only able to use Bark Busters' services for a short while, Scott was an incredibly valuable resource to help me with my puppy. I learned so much just in the first session and appreciated his feedback and guidance after that.
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