Bark Busters Reviews and Customer Testimonials
10th March 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Chewing, Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Puppy management, Recall, Toileting
I cannot say enough positive things about Kelly. From the moment we met and she came to our home we felt reassured and knew we had made the right decision in joining BarkBusters. Kelly was so informative and caring, really listened and knew exactly what was needed to do in assisting us to train our cheeky toy poodle Rusty. :) We are excited for our next lessons and for the well trained dog I know Kelly will help us achieve. Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou.......
Trainer note from Kelly
Oh, my absolute pleasure, thank you so much for your kind words! Rusty is a cheeky, confident, super smart and active poodle pup, and we don't want to squash his personality! But apartment living can be very stressful if there is barking, separation issues, lead training, nipping, social manners and obedience - constantly going past other dogs (lift, common areas) is very stressful when your dog is being a clown! The first lesson was fabulous, you both were so kind and attentive, and Rusty soaked it all in - second lesson we'll do more work with distractions, and get the walking and public happenings under control. Well done!!
Oh, my absolute pleasure, thank you so much for your kind words! Rusty is a cheeky, confident, super smart and active poodle pup, and we don't want to squash his personality! But apartment living can be very stressful if there is barking, separation issues, lead training, nipping, social manners and obedience - constantly going past other dogs (lift, common areas) is very stressful when your dog is being a clown! The first lesson was fabulous, you both were so kind and attentive, and Rusty soaked it all in - second lesson we'll do more work with distractions, and get the walking and public happenings under control. Well done!!
10th March 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Sibling rivalry
Kelly has already after lesson 1 been able to assist our family , enabling boundary setting , setting hierarchy in place to deal with behavioural issues and getting us to a calm space
Trainer note from Kelly
Your whole family gets 5 stars! Everyone was at our first session, ensuring there would be consistency, and that everyone knew how the service worked for the benefit of the dogs. Sibling rivalry (fighting between 2 or more dogs in the same home) is terrifying for the owner/s, and once the owners are injured trying to split the fights, it is definitely time for professional help. We've started with base training for your two Frenchies, setting boundaries, providing safe zones, and teaching them that it's all ok! Gentle, consistent, and with loads of love - I am thrilled by your photo updates of the dogs already walking together, and resting in the loungeroom near each other, completely at ease - see you all soon for more fun training!
Your whole family gets 5 stars! Everyone was at our first session, ensuring there would be consistency, and that everyone knew how the service worked for the benefit of the dogs. Sibling rivalry (fighting between 2 or more dogs in the same home) is terrifying for the owner/s, and once the owners are injured trying to split the fights, it is definitely time for professional help. We've started with base training for your two Frenchies, setting boundaries, providing safe zones, and teaching them that it's all ok! Gentle, consistent, and with loads of love - I am thrilled by your photo updates of the dogs already walking together, and resting in the loungeroom near each other, completely at ease - see you all soon for more fun training!
28th February 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking, Recall, Separation anxiety
From the very first lesson, Kelly was able to explain some of the reasons for the issues we were having, with appropriate training routines to suit provided immediately. We have been following her instructions with very good results. From anxious barking dogs to a calmer home and greatly reduced barking. Looking forward to our next lessons now! Thank you!!
Trainer note from Kelly
Apartment living is just brilliant, until your dogs are waking the neighbours or breaking into the peace and solitude through the day when you're working. We really understand how mortified you were to find out that your babies weren't being angels - I am so grateful that you invited Bark Busters Home Dog Training to come and assist you in your home - your two pups are absolutely delicious! Tenterfield Terriers and Maltese x Foxie's are both such fun breeds, but can certainly be verbose if not worked mentally - apart from the main focus of barking, we also addressed and focused on jumping up, pulling on lead, recall, stair racing and door manners. I am looking forward to doing more training off site at lesson 2, dog to dog confidence and manners, and walking politely to be the main points to improve. The quick changes you're seeing are 100% down to you as an owner, thanks so much for your committment to our easy system!
Apartment living is just brilliant, until your dogs are waking the neighbours or breaking into the peace and solitude through the day when you're working. We really understand how mortified you were to find out that your babies weren't being angels - I am so grateful that you invited Bark Busters Home Dog Training to come and assist you in your home - your two pups are absolutely delicious! Tenterfield Terriers and Maltese x Foxie's are both such fun breeds, but can certainly be verbose if not worked mentally - apart from the main focus of barking, we also addressed and focused on jumping up, pulling on lead, recall, stair racing and door manners. I am looking forward to doing more training off site at lesson 2, dog to dog confidence and manners, and walking politely to be the main points to improve. The quick changes you're seeing are 100% down to you as an owner, thanks so much for your committment to our easy system!
1st February 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling
We were so impressed that Kelly was able to solve the demand barking problem of our 20 month old cavoodle, Margot ,within the first 1/2 hour of her visit! She went on to explain this, and further training in a clear and easy to follow way. Since the first visit, not only is there NO demand barking but Margot is walking on the left, and bothering our cats much less. Thank you for bringing harmony back into our household Kelly, your visit was truely life changing!
Trainer note from Kelly
What a fun lesson! Working with your delicious Cavoodle, Margot, was truly enjoyable, she has a beautiful temperament (which we don't want to change)!!! Creating balance within your home was crucial, as the cats have a right to freedom (after all, we are their staff!), but also for Miss Margot to understand that barking, play demanding, over guarding, pulling, jumping up and door racing were just not the behaviours your family deem appropriate (and rightly so!). She responded like a dream, and the fact that your family has followed through with the easy instructions is so amazing, massive well done - can't wait for lesson #2 :-)
What a fun lesson! Working with your delicious Cavoodle, Margot, was truly enjoyable, she has a beautiful temperament (which we don't want to change)!!! Creating balance within your home was crucial, as the cats have a right to freedom (after all, we are their staff!), but also for Miss Margot to understand that barking, play demanding, over guarding, pulling, jumping up and door racing were just not the behaviours your family deem appropriate (and rightly so!). She responded like a dream, and the fact that your family has followed through with the easy instructions is so amazing, massive well done - can't wait for lesson #2 :-)
6th January 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Chewing, Digging, Jumping up, Puppy management, Toileting
Really happy with the information that Kelly provided me with. She knows A LOT and helped me so much already! I love that you can contact her anytime with all sorts of (dog) questions! This is my first pet and I already feel much more comfortable in the training and nutrition after just one session. Would definitely recommend Kelly!
Trainer note from Kelly
First time puppy owner, thanks so much for choosing a rescue! Your wee little Staffy x, Winter, is a delight, and really enjoyed the training. With babies, at the first lesson, we focus on mouthing, biting, jumping up, lack of focus, toilet training, lead training, gate training and recall. We have just completed your second lesson, where we focused on heel work, sit, stay (obedience), gate racing and recall with distraction. I am looking forward to lesson #3, you're doing an amazing job with him, well done!
First time puppy owner, thanks so much for choosing a rescue! Your wee little Staffy x, Winter, is a delight, and really enjoyed the training. With babies, at the first lesson, we focus on mouthing, biting, jumping up, lack of focus, toilet training, lead training, gate training and recall. We have just completed your second lesson, where we focused on heel work, sit, stay (obedience), gate racing and recall with distraction. I am looking forward to lesson #3, you're doing an amazing job with him, well done!
2nd January 2026 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Hyperactivity, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall
Kelly was very helpful with the problems were were facing with our 14 month old Golden Retriever. We’re first time dog parents and every thing Kelly explained was easy to understand. Thank you Kelly and look forward to our next training session. Cheers, Margaret Busby x
Trainer note from Kelly
Oh, I do love a Gundog! Melo is such a lovely Golden Retriever, but habits like barking, jumping up, door racing, licking family and visitors, visitor manners, pulling on lead and sleeping habits were certainly becoming a concern. I was thrilled with his intake at lesson 1, and at lesson 2 we got out and about, practiced heel work, road and kerb safety, gaining focus, and lunging. I can't wait for lesson 3, well done to you and your family, great result!
Oh, I do love a Gundog! Melo is such a lovely Golden Retriever, but habits like barking, jumping up, door racing, licking family and visitors, visitor manners, pulling on lead and sleeping habits were certainly becoming a concern. I was thrilled with his intake at lesson 1, and at lesson 2 we got out and about, practiced heel work, road and kerb safety, gaining focus, and lunging. I can't wait for lesson 3, well done to you and your family, great result!
31st December 2025 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking
Kelly was great with showing us how to deal with Teddy.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks so much for inviting us in to assist with your gorgeous Groodle, and his not so gorgeous barking habit. He is unique in that he only barked when he could see the owner (dog outside, owner inside), as a demand behaviour, and not when the owner left the home. This habit was causing the owner to change their daily routine, habits, and was causing massive amounts of household stress! Before we were even a quarter of the way through the theory component of lesson one (and because we couldn't hear each other LOL!) I showed these lovely owners how to correct the barking, without physical force or contact, and for the next theory timeframe it was the sweet sound of silence! We moved onto programming and Teddy responded like a dream, and we were able to make his mind settle, and he simply went to his day bed and fell asleep. Finally relaxed. Good job! I am looking forward to continuing your training journey at our second lesson!
Thanks so much for inviting us in to assist with your gorgeous Groodle, and his not so gorgeous barking habit. He is unique in that he only barked when he could see the owner (dog outside, owner inside), as a demand behaviour, and not when the owner left the home. This habit was causing the owner to change their daily routine, habits, and was causing massive amounts of household stress! Before we were even a quarter of the way through the theory component of lesson one (and because we couldn't hear each other LOL!) I showed these lovely owners how to correct the barking, without physical force or contact, and for the next theory timeframe it was the sweet sound of silence! We moved onto programming and Teddy responded like a dream, and we were able to make his mind settle, and he simply went to his day bed and fell asleep. Finally relaxed. Good job! I am looking forward to continuing your training journey at our second lesson!
15th December 2025 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Jumping up, Pulling
I’ve seen a huge change since working with Kelly. Rocky is now walking calmly next to me on the lead without pulling, which I honestly didn’t think was possible so quickly.
At home, the difference has been just as big. My housemate’s dog is no longer attacking Rocky and the constant barking has settled right down. The whole house feels noticeably calmer and more balanced.
Kelly’s approach has made a real, practical difference — not just for Rocky, but for our entire home.
Trainer note from Kelly
What a marshmallow! Rocky is a Pocket Bully, and his head is as big as his personality! Such a sweet boy, and for a breed that is often tarred with negative opinions, he is all about the love. But, being able to have control was crucial - thanks so much for inviting us in the help! Door answering? Sorted lesson #1 - as was jumping up, recall, boundary setting and we kick started his obedience journey. The second dog in the home was also assisting with negative behaviours, but Rocky's new found control has certainly worn off onto the 2nd dog, in a good way! His lead walking, dog excitability and recall with distraction were our main lesson 2 focus, and you have really followed everything to the Letter T! Massive well done, huge improvements and I am here to support for the Life of the Dog :-)!
What a marshmallow! Rocky is a Pocket Bully, and his head is as big as his personality! Such a sweet boy, and for a breed that is often tarred with negative opinions, he is all about the love. But, being able to have control was crucial - thanks so much for inviting us in the help! Door answering? Sorted lesson #1 - as was jumping up, recall, boundary setting and we kick started his obedience journey. The second dog in the home was also assisting with negative behaviours, but Rocky's new found control has certainly worn off onto the 2nd dog, in a good way! His lead walking, dog excitability and recall with distraction were our main lesson 2 focus, and you have really followed everything to the Letter T! Massive well done, huge improvements and I am here to support for the Life of the Dog :-)!
3rd December 2025 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Barking, Jumping up, Pulling, Recall, Separation anxiety, Toileting
Kelly was very patient with us and incredibly informed.
Trainer note from Kelly
I absolutely enjoyed working with you both, and Abby is the most delightful Bull Arab x Staffy - she was experiencing control issues with other dogs, dog reactivity, pulling, jumping up and door manners. Lesson 1 and 2 were all about these issues, and also the small changes that have been made to make your lives easier, and make Abby happy. Consistency is key, and you have both done an amazing job with her - as a young dog, we also cover any new issues that pop up, so we're always here to support!
I absolutely enjoyed working with you both, and Abby is the most delightful Bull Arab x Staffy - she was experiencing control issues with other dogs, dog reactivity, pulling, jumping up and door manners. Lesson 1 and 2 were all about these issues, and also the small changes that have been made to make your lives easier, and make Abby happy. Consistency is key, and you have both done an amazing job with her - as a young dog, we also cover any new issues that pop up, so we're always here to support!
22nd November 2025 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Puppy management
Thank you for your time and support with the training. I truly appreciate your effort and expertise. You are very friendly, patient, and approachable, which makes the training experience comfortable and enjoyable for both us and the puppy.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thank you so much for inviting Bark Busters in to assist with your gorgeous Bichon Frise! Having a new puppy can be overwhelming, especially for a first time owner! I have enjoyed meeting your family, and showing you how to manage / control basics such as toilet training, lead training, recall, jumping up, mouthing / biting, and door manners. We moved onto more advanced lead work at lesson 2, and touched back onto the programming exercises, to ensure correctness - great job! I am looking forward to lesson 3, and to continuing with our Lifetime Support Guarantee - such a sweet pup!
Thank you so much for inviting Bark Busters in to assist with your gorgeous Bichon Frise! Having a new puppy can be overwhelming, especially for a first time owner! I have enjoyed meeting your family, and showing you how to manage / control basics such as toilet training, lead training, recall, jumping up, mouthing / biting, and door manners. We moved onto more advanced lead work at lesson 2, and touched back onto the programming exercises, to ensure correctness - great job! I am looking forward to lesson 3, and to continuing with our Lifetime Support Guarantee - such a sweet pup!
18th November 2025 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly has been an absolute life saver for us. I had Kelly train our first dog almost a decade ago. Since getting another dog we have struggled with sibling rivalry and general misbehaviour in both dogs. Kelly has been so available and supportive well before our first lesson, during our first lesson and since then. She is so insightful and has taught my husband and I so much about the canine hierarchy that has been so beneficial for us. I particularly appreciate Kelly’s responsiveness when things have gotten tough. I would 100% recommend Kelly to anyone who is struggling with their dog. It has been life changing.
Trainer note from Kelly
How lucky am I to have such amazing clients! Thanks so much for inviting me for a "refresher" with your original black Pug, and to add your stunning toy poodle onto the Guarantee. There is nothing so scary as your two loved animals turning your home into an MMA match, and I am so pleased that you've had immediate improvement (once again), and with getting both dogs back onto the control train, your world is a lot more relaxed! Keep up with the consistency, small (2min) sessions to be able to "find the time" to fit it in, and we'll focus on external control at your revisit (already booked in). Massive well done to you both!
How lucky am I to have such amazing clients! Thanks so much for inviting me for a "refresher" with your original black Pug, and to add your stunning toy poodle onto the Guarantee. There is nothing so scary as your two loved animals turning your home into an MMA match, and I am so pleased that you've had immediate improvement (once again), and with getting both dogs back onto the control train, your world is a lot more relaxed! Keep up with the consistency, small (2min) sessions to be able to "find the time" to fit it in, and we'll focus on external control at your revisit (already booked in). Massive well done to you both!
14th November 2025 - Kelly McClelland
Kelly dealt with Aggression, Barking, Pulling
Kelly was amazing. She has shared information I have never heard before. Her way of training works. Day 2 and Vodkha already listens to my command. I can already see Vodkha following through.
Trainer note from Kelly
Thanks Nina! Your Frenchie, Vodkha, is just gorgeous, however I could certainly see how his irrational reactivity was causing you so much stress. When a dog is attacked (both by dogs, and in an undesirable human way), their confidence can shatter, and I am so grateful that you chose training, over anything else! We focused on correcting his aggression before he actually lunged, called scene setting, and by the end he was more focused on you than me, which was amazing. We worked on his lead training for pulling, his recall, and his door manners. Be nice and consistent, and I'll see you for lesson 2 very soon! Well done!
Thanks Nina! Your Frenchie, Vodkha, is just gorgeous, however I could certainly see how his irrational reactivity was causing you so much stress. When a dog is attacked (both by dogs, and in an undesirable human way), their confidence can shatter, and I am so grateful that you chose training, over anything else! We focused on correcting his aggression before he actually lunged, called scene setting, and by the end he was more focused on you than me, which was amazing. We worked on his lead training for pulling, his recall, and his door manners. Be nice and consistent, and I'll see you for lesson 2 very soon! Well done!