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 17820 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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Cristina M.
26 days ago
— San Diego, CA
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Life-Changing. Truly"
PermalinkI don’t write reviews lightly and I especially don’t write emotional ones but Bark Busters of San Diego quite literally gave me my life back.
For years, I lived in silence and stress. I couldn’t leave my home without my dogs barking, howling, scratching at their crates, and spiraling into panic. The mouth watering alone was enough to break me. So instead, I stayed home. I adjusted my life around their anxiety. I suffered quietly because I loved them and didn’t know what else to do.
Until one day I broke down completely.
I realized this wasn’t living not for me, and not for them. We deserved calm. We deserved peace. We deserved to live our "best" lives and this wasn’t it.
Some people complain in reviews that dog training “doesn’t work.” Let me be very clear: anxiety whether in humans or dogs is not something you fix by checking a box. A true behavioral therapist understands one thing above all else, "awareness". Anxiety comes from surroundings and perceived safety. The work is learning how to respond and create calm and that takes consistency.
I spent three straight weeks training four hours a day, every single day. I cried. I doubted myself. I wanted to quit. But I followed the Bark Busters program exactly as taught—daily simulations, real-world scenarios, repetition, and patience.
And then something incredible happened.
My dogs slept.
They relaxed.
They trusted.
Today, I can leave my home and my dogs are calm, quiet, and peacefully sleeping, knowing I’m coming back. Visitors come and go with ease. My 9- and 6-year-old Maltipoos are relaxed, confident, and happy. And so am I.
Here’s the truth people don’t want to hear, there is no magic pill. There is no shortcut. The training never “ends” because leadership and love are lifelong commitments. And honestly? That’s the gift. Once it becomes part of your daily life, it feels natural. I walk more. The cuddles are calmer. I’m no longer being climbed on out of anxiety I’m being loved in peace.
And about the cost? Think about it. You’ve already spent more on multiple trainers, treats, wasted time, emotional exhaustion, and a very unhappy household. Bark Busters’ training is guaranteed for life. If you move. If life changes. If new challenges come you’re supported. That matters more than people realize.
Justin and his team are beyond words. Compassionate. Honest. Direct. They don’t just train dogs, they train families.
Value your pet’s life. Value the short, precious time we get with them. Happiness for everyone in the home is worth the work.
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Kelly A.
26 days ago
— Polk City, IA
Deb was great with helping us learn why our dog was behaving the way she was, and gave us useful tips to help correct her behavior. While correcting her excessive barking is a work in progress, we did see improvement immediately. Our dog is becoming more comfortable around other people and is barking less the more we work with her.
PermalinkYuval S.
27 days ago
— Clearwater, FL
"About a month ago, we adopted a dog who suffers from severe separation anxiety, and from the very beginning, we felt overwhelmed and unsure how to help him properly. I did extensive research and spoke with many trainers, but Sharon was the only one who spoke with complete confidence, clearly explaining that she specializes in separation anxiety and assuring us she could guide us through this process.
PermalinkWe met at our home the very next day, which already showed her level of professionalism and care. From the moment she arrived, Sharon was patient, calm, extremely clear, and very thorough. She took the time to explain everything step by step, answered all of our questions, and made sure both my partner and I fully understood what we needed to do.
What truly amazed us was that, in less than an hour, our dog began responding and applying what we had practiced during the session. Seeing such immediate progress gave us so much hope and reassurance. Sharon didn’t just train our dog she taught us how to understand him better and how to help him in the right way.
We are still at the very beginning of the process, but I can already say with complete confidence that choosing Sharon was the best decision we could have made. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone dealing with separation anxiety or looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate trainer.
Sarah and Steve .
29 days ago
— Colorado Springs, CO
We reached out to Ryan and BarkBusters to help with our 3 dogs (9, 8.5, & 4 years old). While our dogs are super sweet, they were a mess; reactive, pullers, no boundaries, dog aggressive. We noticed a huge change after just one session! Today we were able to take the to a park with other dogs. They are more polite, so easy to walk, and sweeter than ever. This training was a game changer, we couldn't recommend Ryan more strongly.
PermalinkDonna W.
29 days ago
— Boca Raton, FL
Today was very informative. I feel much more confident that I can regain control of my dog and help reduce her anxiety.
PermalinkAlexis K.
31 days ago
— Saint Petersburg, FL
My dog (Bindi, greyhound) and I met Sharon about 1 year ago and I can honestly say I have no regrets and would recommend her to anyone I know. I originally called Sharon because I had just adopted Bindi and found out quickly that she seemed to have aggression problems and pretty serious resource guarding. After just 1 visit and after doing our "homework" the next couple days our whole dynamic changed. It seemed like we understood each other and a solid foundation of trust was built. She wanted to cuddle more and almost immediately seemed to feel more comfortable with aggression problems fading in just days. After we became comfortable with eachother Sharon was happy to meet us at the park and learn how to interact with other dogs too without getting into major fights. This did take some practice but Sharon gave us the tools to be able to meet new dogs in a safe and calm way in the future. Bindi is much more comfortable around other dogs now and I know this would not be the case without her help. My favorite thing about this method of training is that we did not need to use a shock collar. We simply learned using the dog's communication signals and everything seemed to come very natural. I still use the communication methods everyday. I called a trainer because I was desperate and scared of my own dog but Sharon genuinely made such a difference in ways that I did not even predict. 5 stars and highly recommend!
PermalinkJeffrey C.
31 days ago
— West Palm Beach, FL
This was great! Would recommend!
PermalinkDeborah & Mark S.
32 days ago
— Boca Raton, FL
Working with John was a real pleasure today. We actually saw some improvement in our first session.
PermalinkSherry
32 days ago
— Port Saint Lucie, FL
Orlando is very professional and helped me stay relaxed to train Lily Rose. The process seems simple enough.
PermalinkJean-Paul
32 days ago
— Pacifica, CA
So happy to have found Jared and this program. Jared is great at sharing information and teaching in a way that really feels like a friend and shows his care for his work. 10/10 very happy to have his support for life!
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