Live a Happier Life Together With Your Dog
Are you experiencing behavioral issues with your dog? Our dog-friendly training methods can help you overcome these issues quickly. We train in your home where you and your dog are most comfortable. With our efficient, results-oriented training program, you can achieve the communication and leadership you want with your dog.
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Common Dog Behavioral Issues We Address:
- Aggression
- Barking
- Biting
- Change in Address
- Chewing
- Destruction
- Digging
- Focus & Listening
- Housebreaking
- Improving Confidence
- Jumping
- Leash Pulling
- Marking
- New Baby Preparation
- Obsessiveness
- Respecting Other Pets
- Running Away
- Separation Anxiety
- Sibling Rivalry – in House Tensions/ Fights
Not sure where your dog could use improvement? Take our free behavioral quiz today.
Meet Karen & Adam, Your Local Certified Dog Trainers
Home Dog Training in San Francisco & Marin County!
San Francisco and Marin have been fortunate to have the expertise of Adam and Karen, two seasoned certified Dog Behavioral Therapists and Master Trainers with a combined experience of 23 years in the field of dog training.
As passionate dog lovers, they have always felt a deep connection with these incredible companions and a strong desire to make a positive impact in their lives. Their journey began with personal experiences of rescuing, fostering, and adopting multiple dogs, which gave them invaluable insights into the challenges and complexities of dogs in the industry. Their commitment to their craft and love for working with people have earned them prestigious recognition as the top Dual-Owners/Master Trainers at Bark Busters nationally in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
About Karen Gaines
In 2002, my life changed when I rescued Jake, a pit mix with a vibrant personality. Despite his joyful nature, Jake struggled with prey drive, leash reactivity, and severe separation anxiety, which manifested in destructive behavior when I was away. Determined to find a solution, I delved into extensive research, attending classes, reading books, and even enrolling Jake in a boot camp. However, despite my efforts and substantial financial investment, nothing seemed to alleviate Jake's issues.
In 2006, my perseverance paid off when I discovered Bark Busters, a remarkable business opportunity that also provided a lifeline for Jake. The Bark Busters program proved transformative for Jake, as he learned to relax, listen, and enjoy life without the need for constant protection or fear. Soon after, Jake faced another setback when he became dog-aggressive after being attacked. Undeterred, I utilized my skills to gradually introduce Bodhi, a spirited Boxer/Ridgeback mix, into our lives. Despite others suggesting that Jake should be an "only dog," my determination and expertise allowed me to successfully integrate Bodhi into our family, forming an inseparable bond. The positive changes in Jake's behavior inspired me, and I realized that Bark Busters was not only a blessing for my beloved companion but also an incredible opportunity for me to help others facing similar challenges.
About Adam Kravetz
Adam joined Bark Busters approximately 9 years ago while working his way through college at San Francisco State. Adam assisted, lived, and observed the dramatic results with our clients and personally with Jake & Bodhi, which in turn gave him the confidence to rescue his dog Django.
Django was a handful at the age of 2. Talk about flight risk. Yikes. Nightmare! Not to mention stranger danger and possession aggression. Through Adam's hard work and determination, he is a great dog Dad and has become a successful dog trainer. Django is a changed dog, and we can honestly say, he is a sweetheart.
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What Makes Bark Busters San Francisco and Marin County Unique
Bark Busters is the worldwide leader of in-home dog training, helping over 1 million families and their dogs around the globe since 1989. We wholeheartedly believe in our methods and 30+ years of results. At Bark Busters San Francisco and Marin County, we clear up the miscommunication between dogs and humans at the root of many behavioral issues by teaching everyone to speak the same language – dog!
Our nurturing, dog-friendly approach teaches you, the pet parent, the same natural communication methods that dogs understand instinctively. Our efficient, results-oriented, training program prioritizes clear communication and leadership while addressing issues in the locations they occur.
This means faster, longer-lasting solutions for you and your dog.
Dogs learn best in a familiar, safe environment, free of outside distractions and disruptions. That’s why we come directly to your home, on your schedule to build an effective foundation for better behavior. We work first to build an effective foundation for better behavior. We teach you how to communicate with your dog. Dogs naturally live in families and look their family leaders for guidance, safety, and love. Most people don't know how to appeal to a dog's natural sense of leadership or communication. We teach you how to use friendly, canine leadership and to "speak dog" using your body language, voice tones, and timing so you and your dog communicate better! You will see results. You want to see a change in your dog’s behavior, preferably sooner rather than later.
Any Breed. Any Age. Any Issue. Get Started Today!
We customize our training sessions to achieve your specific goals and meet your dog’s unique needs. When you Learn to Speak Dog the Bark Busters Way, you get real results – and nurture positive relationships and lasting emotional bonds with your canine family member.
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