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 17749 reviews.
  • 99.7% 4 or 5 stars 99.7% rate their experience with Bark Busters as 4 or 5 out of 5 stars.
  • 99.6% Would Recommend 99.6% would recommend Bark Busters to their friends and neighbors.
  • 99.5% Dog Responded 99.5% think their dog responded well to the training.

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  • Gretchen S.
    4 years ago — Laguna Niguel, CA

    Photo of Kimchi Our trainer worked with us on issues we needed to address teaching us skills like, body language hand signals, voice commands. Our pup responded very well. Very specific training!

    • #Barking
    • #Recall
    • #Toileting
    Trainer Note:
    Kimchi is a really great puppy! She has been struggling with no leadership in her life. Now that her mom is being that leader for her, she can relax in the home knowing mom is in charge. We addressed her barking and anxious behaviors and overall obedience. I am looking forward to her progress over the coming weeks.
  • Kim B.
    4 years ago — Vero Beach, FL

    Photo of Emma Clear, practical & reinforceable training.

    • #Barking
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
  • Camilla M.
    4 years ago — Laguna Niguel, CA

    Photo of Stitch Stitch was responding from the beginning using the tone that Joshua told us to use. I am extremely satisfied about our first session.

    • #Barking
    • #Pulling
    • #Puppy management
    • #Recall
    • #Other
    Trainer Note:
    Really great first session with Stitch. He has been a bit fearful of new objects and sounds. Today we worked on socializing him around all new sounds and objects he responded very well! We also addressed his leash manners and barking at the doorbell. With Camilla being consistent her pup will continue to improve.
  • Diane B.
    4 years ago — Delray Beach, FL

    Photo of Kody & Jax Great experience, very knowledgeable, friendly and expert skills! Awesome training. I highly recommend Bark Busters.

    • #Barking
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
  • Laurie R.
    4 years ago — Rochester, MN

    Photo of Rosie & Penny We are very please with the progress we have made with our two dogs in a short amount of time with Bark Busters. Our past experience has been with senior dogs that are often very docile. When we adopted two younger dogs, we were struggling with their behavior. The one on one training that Ryanne has provided has increased our confidence and skills in working with our dogs. While we have done obedience training before, the skills from Bark Busters has taught us how to be a pack leader and better communicate with them. I believe that we are building a better relationship with our dogs and saw a noticeable difference in their behavior after the first session. The concepts make sense to me and it is evident that Ryanne understands dogs and can help address the root of the problem. We are so grateful!!!

    • #Barking
    • #Chewing
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
    Trainer Note:
    Thanks Laurie! Your feedback is music to my ears! So glad Bark Busters could help you build better relationships with the girls, Rosie & Penny, through improved communication - speaking dog!
  • Monica M.
    4 years ago — Nyack, NY

    We were looking for a trainer for our good boy Schnitzel and found Michelle McCarthy with Bark Busters. Michelle has been such a life changer for us even after just a couple of sessions. We have been so impressed with the training and only wish we had found her sooner. Schnitzel is now much calmer and less stressed, no longer barks out the window all day, and is a true gem while out on walks. I highly recommend Michelle! The training has been so worth it for us.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
    Trainer Note:
    Hi Monica, Thank you so much for your kind words! I have loved working with your family, and helping Schnitzel learn to focus on you and your husband. He is a great dog! I'm always here to help! ~Michelle
  • Meredith J.
    4 years ago — Goose Creek, SC

    We adopted one puppy intentionally and then fell into a stray puppy a few months later. We were in over our head and were beyond frustrated that our dogs wouldn't listen, chewed everything, barked at neighbors, dug holes, you name it, one or both dogs did it. One was so aggressive when meeting new dogs I thought we would never be able to take them anywhere or have dog friends over. This sounds dramatic, but James from Bark Busters was a life changer. I knew we were the problem, not so much the dogs, but he showed us how to communicate with them in a manner they understand and everything is different now. They are delightful. Perfect? No. But they listen better, we can leave them unsupervised for longer, and their whole demeanor is so much calmer. They are changed dogs because we are better at communicating with them.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Chewing
    • #Digging
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
  • Harold L.
    4 years ago — Nashville, TN

    We are pregnant and thank goodness we called Bill. Our dog would jump up constantly, surf the counters, bark non-stop and just be generally annoying, We were very concerned about our baby that is due in June. Bill worked with us and our dog. He even gave us a bunch of tips to get our dog ready for the birth and subsequent crying. Our dog loves our attention and has no idea how much that is going to change in a few short weeks. Bill helped her and us a ton in getting ready for the big day and the rest of our lives together as a happy family.

    • #Barking
    • #Hyperactivity
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
    • #Separation anxiety
  • Caitlin C.
    4 years ago — Cannon Falls, MN

    Photo of Molly We have loved our Bark Busters experience, and can’t recommend this team highly enough! We called because two of our dogs were fighting, but their teaching and tips have completely improved the lives of all of our dogs. We have seen such an improvement in behavior that we only regret not calling sooner.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Jumping up
    • #Recall
    • #Sibling rivalry
    Trainer Note:
    Thank you Caitlin for taking the time to share your experience w/ Bark Busters Twin Cities. Seeing that you had a 5 star experience is the best we could hope for! Your review means a lot to us! Keep up the good work and look forward to meeting again!
  • Enrique M.
    4 years ago — Houston, TX

    Photo of Skansen's Otto II Our Standard Schnauzer puppy was getting out of control. Biting, nipping, barking, jumping everywhere in the house. While walking, he used to pull the leash very strongly and get overly excited when spotting other people or dogs.

    We've done some research an decided to call Bark Busters.

    Mason Erwin came to our home and spent 4 hours with the whole family. He basically trained us and showed us how to handle Otto. After explaining us the behavioral challenges and peculiarities all dogs have, he showed us the corrections we needed to do inside the house. Also, we went for a walk in the nearby the park and trails where we usually walk Otto.

    Otto was also experiencing separation anxiety. Very disruptive, because we couldn't leave him alone and couldn't have even 6 straight hours of sleep.

    In sum, we were vey discouraged and frustrated because we couldn't help out our beloved Otto.

    After the first session with Mason, Otto's behavior changed significantly. No more pulling, no more biting, no more nipping. Walking with him was very pleasant. Separation anxiety was substantially lower. He now stays in his crate at night without barking or whining.

    We called Mason once more to address a couple of remaining issues; e.g. barking aggressively at other dogs while walking.
    Once again, Mason's guidance was very effective and Otto stopped the undesirable behavior almost immediately.

    We are grateful and impressed with Mason's skills and training.

    It has been a game changer.

    • #Aggression
    • #Barking
    • #Chewing
    • #Digging
    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
    • #Recall
    • #Separation anxiety