Bark Busters Reviews
What Bark Busters clients have to say about our dog training services
- 4.97 Average Rating Average rating 4.97 out of 5 based on 17740 reviews.
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99.7% 4 or 5 stars 99.7% rate their experience with Bark Busters as 4 or 5 out of 5 stars.
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99.6% Would Recommend 99.6% would recommend Bark Busters to their friends and neighbors.
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99.5% Dog Responded 99.5% think their dog responded well to the training.
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Annie S.
8 months ago
— Tallahassee, FL
Had a great time today with Theresa learning about the steps I need to implement in order to resolve my dog’s anxiety problems. I learned so much today about being the leader that my dog need.
PermalinkTracy T.
8 months ago
— Tallahassee, FL
Theresa was very helpful for us and responds super quickly to any of our questions.
PermalinkAida G.
8 months ago
— Santa Monica, CA
Loved the experience!!! Felt as though I was given the tools to start a good training programs with my dog!
PermalinkKimber
8 months ago
— Aliso Viejo, CA
Joshua helped us understand how to communicate effectively with Ozzy especially with body language, tone, and posture.
PermalinkAlison
8 months ago
— Oakland & Alameda County
Gusty has completely transformed both my life and my dog Benny's--after just two sessions.
PermalinkBenny is a one-year-old mixed-breed rescue who had experienced significant trauma before I adopted him. When we started working with Gusty, we were dealing with several behavioral challenges: barking and biting, leash reactivity, and difficulty adjusting to my two resident cats--whom Benny felt the need to "protect" me from. He was also very territorial on walks, often lunging and snapping at anyone with an unusual appearance--people in big jackets, those with a unique gait, or wearing medical masks. He even reacted to other dogs wearing sweaters. On top of that, he had a habit of scavenging and displayed food aggression.
Gusty not only helped me see that Benny is an incredibly intelligent dog, but also gave me the tools and structure to bring out the best in him. With just a few consistent rules, Benny has blossomed into a calm, focused, and eager-to-learn companion. Thanks to Gusty's guidance:
- Benny no longer barks at people passing our apartment.
- He's calm and responsive on leash--no more lunging.
- He sits at crosswalks, comes when called, and no longer demands attention by barking.
- I no longer need to rely on endless chew toys or treats to keep him occupied.
- He drops trash when asked and responds beautifully to direction.
- Most importantly, our bond has grown stronger than ever.
While he still occasionally reacts to the cats' presence, he is MUCH calmer, only barks and them once or twice and then immediately goes to lay down after I tell him to. The fact that he can disengage from something that once distracted him so totally that I was concerned about his safety and the cats is actually incredible.
With Gusty's encouragement, I'm now excited to take things further--we're starting agility training, and I'm working on getting Benny comfortable in busier environments with the goal of certifying him as an emotional support animal so he can eventually travel with me.
Thank you, Gusty and the Bark Busters team! Your dedication to educating dog owners is inspiring, and the results speak for themselves. This has been one of the best investments I've ever made.
Sharon Y.
8 months ago
— Newtonville, MA
Bonnie came to the house on Friday, she was the third trainer we have worked with. I wish she had been the first because she would have been the last. For the almost two years that we have had Princesa we have thought she was a reactive dog. What Bonnie made us realize was that the issue was with us not her! Knowing what we were doing wrong, and what Princesa needs from us has made this process all make sense. Princesa was barking at everything, and everybody, peeing in the house, not listening, and generally acting out. It has been three days and I am definitely noticing a difference. Took her for a walk yesterday, Easter, lots of people out walking and she was quiet. She did not bark when I came home today and normally that would set her off. It has been, and will continue to be a lot of work, but I am definitely seeing progress, and I can see Princesa is much calmer knowing she doesn’t have to be in charge anymore!
PermalinkMelissa H.
8 months ago
— Midlothian, VA
I couldn't imagine one session would make such a huge difference in our puppies behavior. I was at my wits end and now I can relax, work and even eat around her. None of that was possible before unless she was sleeping. Kyle did a great job of teaching us how to speak 'dog' and Loca responded very well. It's a great relief to know that whenever we have an issue with her, Kyle will be available to help. I can't recommend him enough!
PermalinkLiz & Rodney S.
8 months ago
— Port Saint Lucie, FL
We are well pleased with Orlando and his training. Ori is responding very well. Thank you.
PermalinkGia R.
8 months ago
— Los Angeles, CA
Great experience. Pascha was amazing!
PermalinkYasuaki
8 months ago
— San Mateo, CA
The most amazing dog trainer!
PermalinkJared helped us address every concern we had, from excessive barking to separation anxiety, by providing clear and practical training methods tailored to our situation. He also taught us what our dog might be feeling and thinking, which really helped us understand how we, as owners, should approach our dog.
We initially tried learning from YouTube videos, but we were often unsure if we were doing things correctly. Having Jared visit our home made all the difference. He first demonstrated the training techniques himself, then guided us as we practiced, offering thoughtful and reassuring feedback. This hands-on support eased a lot of our anxiety.
Jared is incredibly gentle and respectful, both to dogs and their owners. Since we had recently moved from overseas, we were also a bit worried about the language barrier, but he spoke slowly and clearly, and kindly explained any unfamiliar terms when needed.
If we ever need to choose a dog trainer again, we would confidently choose Jared. Thank you so much, Jared!