Holly was incredible to work with. She came to my house and spent over two hours advising me on how to best train and interact with my 6 month old puppy. She laid a great foundation on how I can train my dog without depending on a trainer to do other for me. They will be my first referral to anyone who is looking for help with their dog.
We contacted Bark Busters of Northern Colorado to assist us with our Bernedoodle. She was experiencing severe separation anxiety after the loss of our second senior dog. In addition, we sought general training advice on various other topics, such as excited jumping on visitors, barking at deliveries, leash walking, and excited reactivity to other dogs. We met with Holly Larson. This initial visit was extremely helpful and included a wealth of information and guidance. Holly was very kind, patient with our questions, and gave clear explanations of the training philosophy and training instructions. She also included the rationale for implementing such training, which was very helpful. She was amazing! It has been only two weeks and we, as well as other family members, have already seen improvement in many of the behaviors we are addressing. We plan to continue the training and to meet with Holly, as needed. We would wholeheartedly recommend Bark Busters of Northern Colorado for your pet’s training needs!
Working with Holly & Scott has genuinely changed our lives with Niko. Before training, he was extremely reactive and easily triggered, and we often felt like we were managing his behavior rather than understanding him. It was stressful, and there were times when we wondered if we would ever be able to enjoy life with him the way we wanted to.
What made the biggest difference was that Holly & Scott didn't just train our dog—they trained us. They taught us how to communicate with Niko, understand his behavior, set boundaries, advocate for him, and confidently handle situations that used to feel overwhelming. We went from feeling frustrated and unsure to feeling empowered and capable.
Niko's transformation has been incredible, but so has the transformation in our relationship with him. He's happier and more confident, and we're able to enjoy so many things together that once felt impossible. He's still our goofy, wonderful Niko, but we now have the tools and understanding to help him succeed.
Holly & Scott genuinely care about the dogs and the people. They never judged us, celebrated every little win, and gave us the knowledge and confidence to continue the work on our own.
We are so incredibly grateful for everything they've done for our family. If you're struggling with your dog, I cannot recommend them enough. The training works—but more importantly, they teach you how to keep making progress long after the sessions are over. ❤️🐾
We adopted a dog last year, Gus! He is a mix of breeds but mostly a cattle dog. We have never had a working dog before and didn't know what to do with all his energy. I contacted Holly at Bark Busters and she explained to me how a working dog is always doing a job and that all his energy has to be managed. My husband was skeptical in the beginning but after our first session with Holly he was amazed! Holly taught us how to speak his language and helped us understand what is going through his head. We continue to work with Holly and Gus is learning so much. I think we would have had a much different dog if we had not hired Bark Busters. I recommend this training for any dog owner who wants to have a happy dog!
Holly and Scott with Bark Busters have been amazing from our very first conversation. We adopted a one-year-old rescue and knew very little about his history. On our first attempt to leave him alone so we could go to work, we quickly realized he had severe separation anxiety.
Scott came to our home for an in-person session, and it was incredibly eye-opening. He taught us so much about their training philosophy and approach. We left that session feeling hopeful and fully committed to the process.
After working the program for a while, I hit a wall. I was frustrated, discouraged, and honestly starting to feel hopeless. I texted Scott, and Holly immediately reached out to schedule a one-hour phone session. She gave me new tools, fresh insight, and the confidence to keep going.
We stayed consistent and committed to the training for about five weeks, and then everything started to click. By following our dog's pace and never pushing him beyond what he was ready for, he went from being able to handle only 10 minutes alone to calmly staying home for 4 hours—all within a week of breakthrough progress.
Today, our little guy is a completely different dog. He can be left home alone calmly, walks beautifully on a leash, and truly gets to enjoy being part of our family. Watching his confidence grow has been incredible, and it's all thanks to the guidance and support we received.
Holly and Scott truly put their whole hearts into what they do. You can tell they care deeply about both the dogs and the people they're helping. It was especially reassuring to talk with Holly, who has personally experienced separation anxiety with her own dog. She genuinely understood what we were going through, and that empathy made all the difference.
On top of that, their lifetime guarantee gives us so much peace of mind. Knowing we have continued support if we ever need it is invaluable.
We are so grateful for Holly and Scott and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for compassionate, knowledgeable trainers who are truly invested in helping both dogs and their owners succeed.
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.
Travis
42 days ago
— Fort Collins, CO
Holly was incredible to work with. She came to my house and spent over two hours advising me on how to best train and interact with my 6 month old puppy. She laid a great foundation on how I can train my dog without depending on a trainer to do other for me. They will be my first referral to anyone who is looking for help with their dog.
PermalinkArturo
3 months ago
— Windsor, CO
We contacted Bark Busters of Northern Colorado to assist us with our Bernedoodle. She was experiencing severe separation anxiety after the loss of our second senior dog. In addition, we sought general training advice on various other topics, such as excited jumping on visitors, barking at deliveries, leash walking, and excited reactivity to other dogs. We met with Holly Larson. This initial visit was extremely helpful and included a wealth of information and guidance. Holly was very kind, patient with our questions, and gave clear explanations of the training philosophy and training instructions. She also included the rationale for implementing such training, which was very helpful. She was amazing! It has been only two weeks and we, as well as other family members, have already seen improvement in many of the behaviors we are addressing. We plan to continue the training and to meet with Holly, as needed. We would wholeheartedly recommend Bark Busters of Northern Colorado for your pet’s training needs!
PermalinkRiley
3 months ago
— Windsor, CO
Working with Holly & Scott has genuinely changed our lives with Niko. Before training, he was extremely reactive and easily triggered, and we often felt like we were managing his behavior rather than understanding him. It was stressful, and there were times when we wondered if we would ever be able to enjoy life with him the way we wanted to.
PermalinkWhat made the biggest difference was that Holly & Scott didn't just train our dog—they trained us. They taught us how to communicate with Niko, understand his behavior, set boundaries, advocate for him, and confidently handle situations that used to feel overwhelming. We went from feeling frustrated and unsure to feeling empowered and capable.
Niko's transformation has been incredible, but so has the transformation in our relationship with him. He's happier and more confident, and we're able to enjoy so many things together that once felt impossible. He's still our goofy, wonderful Niko, but we now have the tools and understanding to help him succeed.
Holly & Scott genuinely care about the dogs and the people. They never judged us, celebrated every little win, and gave us the knowledge and confidence to continue the work on our own.
We are so incredibly grateful for everything they've done for our family. If you're struggling with your dog, I cannot recommend them enough. The training works—but more importantly, they teach you how to keep making progress long after the sessions are over. ❤️🐾
Tina
4 months ago
— Fort Collins, CO
We adopted a dog last year, Gus! He is a mix of breeds but mostly a cattle dog. We have never had a working dog before and didn't know what to do with all his energy. I contacted Holly at Bark Busters and she explained to me how a working dog is always doing a job and that all his energy has to be managed. My husband was skeptical in the beginning but after our first session with Holly he was amazed! Holly taught us how to speak his language and helped us understand what is going through his head. We continue to work with Holly and Gus is learning so much. I think we would have had a much different dog if we had not hired Bark Busters. I recommend this training for any dog owner who wants to have a happy dog!
PermalinkMoira
6 months ago
— Fort Collins, CO
Holly and Scott with Bark Busters have been amazing from our very first conversation. We adopted a one-year-old rescue and knew very little about his history. On our first attempt to leave him alone so we could go to work, we quickly realized he had severe separation anxiety.
PermalinkScott came to our home for an in-person session, and it was incredibly eye-opening. He taught us so much about their training philosophy and approach. We left that session feeling hopeful and fully committed to the process.
After working the program for a while, I hit a wall. I was frustrated, discouraged, and honestly starting to feel hopeless. I texted Scott, and Holly immediately reached out to schedule a one-hour phone session. She gave me new tools, fresh insight, and the confidence to keep going.
We stayed consistent and committed to the training for about five weeks, and then everything started to click. By following our dog's pace and never pushing him beyond what he was ready for, he went from being able to handle only 10 minutes alone to calmly staying home for 4 hours—all within a week of breakthrough progress.
Today, our little guy is a completely different dog. He can be left home alone calmly, walks beautifully on a leash, and truly gets to enjoy being part of our family. Watching his confidence grow has been incredible, and it's all thanks to the guidance and support we received.
Holly and Scott truly put their whole hearts into what they do. You can tell they care deeply about both the dogs and the people they're helping. It was especially reassuring to talk with Holly, who has personally experienced separation anxiety with her own dog. She genuinely understood what we were going through, and that empathy made all the difference.
On top of that, their lifetime guarantee gives us so much peace of mind. Knowing we have continued support if we ever need it is invaluable.
We are so grateful for Holly and Scott and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for compassionate, knowledgeable trainers who are truly invested in helping both dogs and their owners succeed.
Jelena
8 months 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
8 months 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.
13 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.
13 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.
13 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.
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