Bark Busters Pinellas County Reviews

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223 Reviews ★★★★★(Average 4.98 out of 5)

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  • Samantha G.
    7 months ago — Saint Petersburg, FL

    I had my first session with Sharon today and she is beyond phenomenal! I got a mini dachshund puppy, Nash, who is 11 weeks old and have struggled with housebreaking and separation anxiety. I was shocked at how well and fast my little pup responded so quickly to Sharon’s behavior and training. She teaches how to “speak dog” using certain movements and tones and it was remarkable how responsive Nash was right from the start. I finally feel motivated and optimistic that his training is off to such a great start! I couldn’t recommend Sharon enough to anyone seeking that extra help and guidance when it comes to their pup! 10 stars if I could give it!

    • #Chewing
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Puppy management
    • #Separation anxiety
    • #Toileting
  • Anne Marie M.
    7 months ago — Clearwater, FL

    Crazy doggies are now behaving and resting peacefully in their new crate. Didn’t see this day coming!! Thank you Sharon for training us to teach our pups to be good babies!

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Separation anxiety
  • Winn P.
    7 months ago — Largo, FL

    What a great system for training Bark Busters has. We had an effective and fun 3 hours getting used to our new role as leader to our 4 month old Beagle, JR and Doxie mix puppy we had spontaneously aquired at the park. Adorable, but.....the most active, curious and mischievous dog I have ever owned. So thankful we found Sharon! She spent a few hours with us and what a difference. Not needing treats is a big plus, and rather becoming completely oriented to being the leader is an amazing and effective mindset for us. We all notice how he seems so satisfied and safe as he trots along behind or beside us as we walk him around our neighborhood. I can easily retrieve items he grabs thinking he can play with them. It's almost like magic as his jaw instantly opens as we visually connect (looking serious) as I remove it from his mouth. Potty training would be 100% if it wasn't for our not doing our part, and the playful biting is under control. I love the materials Sharon left with us along with her list of practice exercises. It has been so helpful to review. Watching Sharon skillfully bring out instant results with our puppy showed us this method totally works and in such a natural and healthy way for our him. We also feel great about knowing help is just a call or visit away, should anything else surface. Thank you Sharon.

    • #Chewing
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Puppy management
    • #Toileting
  • Candance F.
    8 months ago — Seminole, FL

    Sharon is incredibly professional yet warm and approachable. In just our first session, she shared a wealth of knowledge and gave me a whole new understanding of how dogs think and respond. My sweet Boy responded in such a positive almost unbelievable way to the techniques she taught me. Sharon truly covered every base leaving me confident and supported. I now have a clear path forward to help my dog feel more secure and thrive. I'm sure we will see amazing results by continuing to practice what she taught us. Highly recommend!

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
  • Paul S.
    8 months ago — Belleair Beach, FL

    I can’t say enough great things about Sharon with Bark Busters. Bar none, she is an elite dog trainer. She completely changed how I understand and communicate with my dogs — and there were immediate and positive results. Even within the first session, I was completely blown away by the progression of my young and undisciplined dogs. Sharon showed genuine love of her craft and implored my dogs to be the best versions of themselves. Sharon is a complete professional who utilizes actual behavioral improvement over other trainers who rely on treats or harsh punishments. Sharon just doesn’t "train your dog," she improves your dogs' behavior while empowering you to be the best dog owner you can be. Sharon provides so many strategies to empower your dog to be the best version of themselves without archaic, unethical methods. Sharon is so savvy in this area that she can proficiently train puppies, adult dogs, and foster dogs with previous trauma. Don't waste your money with amateurs. Sharon at Bark Busters is the elite dog trainer in the greater Tampa / St. Pete / Clearwater area. I am thankful to have Sharon from Bark Busters to improve my two dogs beyond what I've anticipated.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Chewing
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
  • Annette W.
    8 months ago — Pasadena, FL

    Hi Sharon - it’s Nettie. First I want to thank you sincerely for your time and talent yesterday in helping me with Harlee. Your patience and wisdom was amazing and much appreciated. Even when you think you’re an experienced dog owner you meet a pooch with special needs and you helped us get through to him in a kind and meaningful way to overcome his fears. Also - BTW we made it upstairs and downstairs last evening/ morning and we both had the best night of sleep in months. Thank you again from Harlee and me

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Sibling rivalry
  • Gerda M.
    8 months ago — Dunedin, FL

    We recently had our first training session with Sharon Kondash, and I can't recommend her highly enough!

    Our session lasted a little over three hours, during which Sharon immediately put us at ease with her warm and approachable demeanor.

    As the owner of an 18-month-old Standard Poodle, we were eager to address some behavioral concerns, particularly regarding socialization with other people and animals. Sharon provided us with invaluable insights into Odin's behavior and gave us practical strategies to implement in various scenarios. Her knowledge and expertise were apparent as she tailored her advice to meet Odin's specific needs.

    What impressed us most was Sharon's ability to break down complex concepts into actionable steps. She equipped us with "homework" exercises to work on before our next session, ensuring we had a clear path forward to help Odin grow and thrive.

    Overall, Sharon's guidance and support have been instrumental in our journey with Odin.
    We look forward to continuing our training with her and seeing the positive changes in Odin.
    If you’re looking for an experienced and compassionate dog trainer and behaviorist, look no further than Sharon Kondash and Bark Busters.

  • Kaivon S.
    9 months ago — Saint Petersburg, FL

    Sharon at Bark Busters is absolutely amazing!!! She has taught me so much as a first time dog owner like house breaking, crate training, dealing with separation anxiety, and chewing. She's helped me understand how to communicate with my pup without the need for treats as well. Can't recommend her enough!

    • #Barking
    • #Chewing
    • #Jumping up
    • #Recall
    • #Separation anxiety
    • #Toileting
  • Jenne H.
    9 months ago — Clearwater, FL

    Such a positive experience, and marked improvement already noted. I feel as though I’ve known Sharon for years; super-responsive, informative, and incredibly tolerant of my MANY questions. I have a 14 w.o. chiweenie rescue that I’ve had for three weeks, and it’s been decades since I’ve had a dog, let alone a puppy. No hurting/scolding the pets, no spray bottles, yelling, etc. She gives you the resources to work with your furbaby on your own, and call upon her if and when needed. Just need to work on toughing myself up with the crate training of my little girl! Thank you for your continued support! 🐶

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Chewing
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Puppy management
    • #Separation anxiety
  • Ashley M.
    9 months ago — Saint Petersburg, FL

    Good progress was achieved from Day 1! Highly recommend.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Sibling rivalry