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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Stacy L.
8 months ago
— Columbia, SC
We are so pleased with the results while working with Heather! She prepared for our visit, asked thoughtful questions, and after visit one, we had remarkable results! We learned how to be better parents, and how to best assist our pup. She demonstrated techniques and practiced them with us and she was extremely patient.
PermalinkShe was so kind to us and did not judge our puppy. She adapted things as needed to meet his needs.
She has come back a couple of times at our request because we want to make sure we're doing things right. We want to do our best job with our pup!
Her encouragement and support is so helpful! Our neighbors thought we had a new dog! That's how different his behavior was. He is responding well and it is all very positive. And I expect it will be long lasting. We could not be more pleased!
Lanette
8 months ago
— Mission Viejo, CA
We learned a lot about dog's vs human communication plus easy methods to correct behavior + calm Rex down. Also learned how to set consistent boundaries. We feel hopeful the techniques will be successful!
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8 months ago
— Port Saint Lucie, FL
Orlando helped me stop Louie from barking at animals on tv. Rushing the door and barking and jumping on guest when they came over. Also helped me with Louie staying next to me on walks instead of pulling ahead of me.
PermalinkKim W.
8 months ago
— Lake Worth, FL
Training was great. We learned a lot. Looking forward to more lessons.
PermalinkJames
8 months ago
— Laguna Woods, CA
Josh was very good at establishing what I needed to do. Now I just need to get in a routine, so my dog becomes a good dog.
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!
PermalinkEllen H.
8 months ago
— Ankeny, IA
I have a min pin who barked all the time at anything. I knew that Kate saw herself as the alpha of the pack and nothing I did was successful. I decided to give Bark Busters a try. Deb helped me understand how to speak dog and exactly what I needed! After the first session the barking was very much under control and Kate knew I was the leader and not her! After our second lesson I can now take Kate for walk and I am the leader instead of Kate dragging me down the street at her pace. Barking at others or dogs on our walks has also subsided. Deb is amazing and I can't say enough good things about her knowledge of dogs. My house is more peaceful and I believe Kate is happy that I have stepped into the alpha role and me too! Deb also provided training tools and a special harness for Kate that helped assure immediate success with barking!!!! This program is worth every penny I paid!
PermalinkMaria & Guy C. .
8 months ago
— Port Saint Lucie, FL
We are blown away by how effective Orlando's techniques were. He explained things in a clear way, and completely changed the way we saw our role in our dog's life. We are very pleased with the results.
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