The latest news from Bark Busters, the dog training experts.
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Meet Melissa & Zeus
October 16 2020Read Melissa's story and learn about her healing after a vicious dog attack, thanks to Zeus, her chocolate lab, and the help of training by Bark Busters! ...read more -
Business as Usual: A Guide to Returning to a Normal Schedule with Your Dog
June 01 2020More family time at home can be a joy for humans and pups alike: it means more pets, more playtime, and more attention and activities throughout the day with our four-legged friends. Unfortunately, negative behaviors can quickly surface if we humans abruptly leave our dogs alone or crated more often as we return to our normal routines. A little preparation, however, can avoid or mitigate potential issues and keep the good vibes going when your schedule shifts. ...read more -
A Foster Diary - Meet Jamie
May 12 2020This is the story about a puppy – a puppy who was found at about five weeks orphaned i... ...read more -
How to Foster a Dog
May 09 2020Becoming a foster parent to a lucky dog is one of the most rewarding and enlightening experiences a dog lover can have. Foster parents play a valuable role in easing the burden placed on shelters while providing a safe environment, full of love and attention, until the special pups find their forever homes. ...read more -
Where’d Everybody Go? – How to Avoid Separation Anxiety for Your Dog
May 02 2020Spending time away from your dog while home may be difficult – we love our canine companions as much as they love us! ...read more -
An Adoption Diary
April 30 2020Joanne Rice is a Canine Behavioral Therapist and Master Trainer with Bark Busters Home Dog Training. She agreed to chronicle her dog adoption experience as she and her husband adopt a new dog into their family. ...read more -
Updated Letter From Our CEO
April 29 2020Updated Safety Measures and Support Resources Available ...read more -
How to Adopt a Dog for the Long Haul
April 15 2020Nothing warms an animal lover’s heart like an empty shelter – it means pets have been adopted into happy homes, full of love, warmth, and attention. Recent events have led to an encouraging uptick in adoptions around the country, but I can’t help but wonder – did they really go to their “furever” homes? Or just their “until things return to normal” homes? ...read more -
Family Time, All the Time
March 30 2020Recent events have led to a sudden rise in at-home time for all family members – including the four-legged ones! Moving work, school, and other responsibilities into our homes means navigating new distractions and tackling unique challenges for canines and humans. Luckily, we’ve learned a thing or two over our 30-plus years working with dogs to help pet owners manage the current situation – and even have some fun doing it! ...read more -
Indoor Games to Play with Your Dog
March 24 2020Dogs love to play outside, no matter what the weather or situation. But when circumstances won’t allow for it, pet parents must get creative at home in order to entertain our furry friends! Here is a list of indoor games to keep your dog healthy, happy, and enhance the bond you share. ...read more