Hi Grady - I am so excited to reply with an update of how we're doing. Having you come back to work on Daisy and reinforce everything we learned from your first visit has done wonders the second time around. It's as though everything seemed to "click" into place in our brains. Although we understood everything you taught us the first time around it was a total "aha moment" this time and we're having great success. We're doing especially well at anticipating their behaviour and reading their physical queues (posture, ears, tail position, etc).

• Barking in the yard has been so drastically reduced, the neighbours actually asked where the dogs have been lately!
• Hunter virtually looks at us for permission to approach the maple tree that he was so obsessed with monitoring for birds and squirrels last year.
• Hunter and Daisy are coming from wherever they are in the yard with just a bah. They're getting the message that bah means stop what you're doing and come pay attention to me.
• We're claiming territory over doorways and our bedroom with our bah's. This is creating a much safer environment especially at the top of the stairs where one fall could permanently disable or kill a dachshund. Additionally, they have stopped whining at our bedroom door in the evening when they want to go to bed. They know they'll be invited when we're ready.
• I thought I would feel bad about ignoring them (the passive dominance) but miraculously, they have quickly figured out that pawing at our legs and begging or whining is going to get them nowhere and they quickly give up and go lay down. When we do finally call them for attention, Daisy especially is much more loving and affectionate. She even rolls onto her back to have you rub her belly now!
• There is no more possessive or aggressive behaviour over treats, toys or special bones. They only get to touch them when we say so and they accept it when we take them away. We can also touch them or pet them when they're chewing on these items.
• Our visits to the off leash dog park are improving every time. Hunter is spending more time running and less time on his back being sniffed. Daisy is sniffing other dogs, allowing them to sniff her and ventures away from my feet to explore. She's seldom pawing at my legs to "rescue" her, too!

We can't thank you enough for not only helping us the first time, but coming back when we had failed. I guess you can teach two old dogs (Ian and I!) new tricks!

Thanks again,

Lori C. (on behalf of everyone in our more peaceful household)

Grady has been great - he is clear and articulates his points well. I feel confident that he knows what he is doing and is empowering me to train Zuri with his knowledge. He is polite and friendly and I have been extremely happy with my Bark Busters experience thus far! - Jenna D. - July 2010

We are fairly new to the program, and things are still in the 'fresh' stage. Both Cass and I are enjoying learning how to change roles from her being the alpha dog, to me. She is a quick study, and I find if I give her clear instructions, she responds well... - Lori A. - July 2010

Our dog william is so much more enjoyable and manageable. Grady is excellant. We have recommended him to our friends and family already.
- Kathryn M. - June 2010

The service from Grady is both professional and informative...
- Paul & Wanda A. - May 2010

Thought Grady did a great initial job... I think this is a fantastic program...am looking forward to the follow up. - Meredith B. - April 2010

Bark Busters gave us the tools I needed to deal with our dog's misbehavior and to put a stop to it. Grady listened patiently to all our concerns and answered all our questions. We feel much more confident now and believe we are taking the right steps towards pack leadership! - Sandra & Chris P - April 2010

..I think Grady has been wonderful and very patient. I will reccommend him for sure!!!!... - Alison F. - April 2010

So far I am very pleased with the service I have received and I have noticed a improvement in Ozzie... - Adrianne V - April 2010

Grady was very helpful and understanding when we had an issue with our dog. He was quick to respond to all of my questions and emails and we were very pleased with the service he provided. - Shari B. - February 2010

Grady has been great! The transformation of my dogs behaviour in the first day of training is remarkable! I'm really pleased with the progress so far and everything else Grady has done to help us! Thanks again Bark Busters!
- Jacqueline and Brian N. - January 2010

We are in the very early stages of training with our dog but feel with Grady's help and our resolve to follow through on his suggestions for Lucy, we will achieve a high level of improvement with her. She has improved greatly in the short time that we have started with her new training. - Marilyn & Walter L. - December 2009

I am pleased with the progress we have made with our puppy considering how nervous she is. There is a way to go yet but we can see improvements all the time.
- Mary L. - December 2009

Very happy with Bark Busters and I would reccomend this to anyone with Dog behavorial problems.The in home discussions and presentations are very helpful and even the Dog seems to know a new direction of behavior is in the near future.Well Done - Don A. - October 2009

In the past, we try a new behaviour modification technique and see some improvement followed by a regression to the old pattern of behaviour. Our Bark Busters trainer help us fine tune our program so that we saw sustained improvement in our dog's behaviour. - Susan W.

Grady helped us to understand what our dog was thinking. We still have lots to learn, but there have been definite results with barking at the front door.
- Tracy & Brad M.

We are very impressed with Grady and value his expertise. He was extremely patient with us and we found the training to be hands-on and pratical. We definitely have and will continue to recommend Bark Busters to our friends and family. Thanks! - Kris B.

Great program, finnaly a trainer that shows us humans how the dogs think.....we saw improvements that evening when Grady was here...Our neighbourhood has made comments on how the dogs act inside the house hold when visitors come, they are much better behaved. - Terri W.

Overall I am extremely pleased with Bark Busters. In the past we have tried puppy classes and have had a trainer come out to the house. What I liked about Bark Busters is that Grady analyzed each dog separate and thoroughly explained why they behave the way that they do. He then showed us some exercises to practise and gave us a chance to try them while he was here. I also like that Grady has followed up several times and has popped in to see how we're coming along. I know that we still have a lot of work to do with our two dogs but I am hopeful that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I especially like that it is for the life of the dog and I am already trying to spread the word around! - Elaine and Maurice B.

Grady is an excellent therapist. We can't beleive the difference in Abbey (our Border Collie) after 3.5 hours with Grady. - Ron M.

Grady is an excellent instructor and very patient with us and our over confident Dog. The training aids he supplied are useful and the procedures are effective and humane. Thank you Shelley & Sheila M.

Hi Grady - We are very pleased so far with the progress that Simon and Luke have made and we are continuing to work with them. There have been some amazing results in some areas ...I do find in general that they both seem to be much calmer and happier, I believe their stress level has been greatly reduced through our ability to lift some of the burden off them to always be the protectors...Overall we are very pleased with the results and we do feel that both dogs have made considerable improvements and are much happier. We are committed to stick with this and we know it will be a lifelong commitment and we do remind each other if one of us eases up a little. We no longer feel we can't go out because our lives are controlled by the dogs and our relationship with Simon and Luke is a much happier one. Thanks again for all your help, Bark Busters has in our opinion certainly lived up to their reputation.
- Rod F.

Hi Grady - I thought I would give you an update on how things were going. -...There is definitely a new calmness in the house. Lola has settled down quite a bit...She is also starting to listen more when she is in the backyard, she is not as wild as she was.

Chico is also coming along... He is quiet when looking out the side window by the front door. He is a lot calmer and does not grumble very much any more. Megan is now able to pick him up without him reacting to her. He has also developed some confidence with Lola. He is not so intimidated by her. If she gets a little too rough when playing he gives it right back and she seems to respect that.

The best part is that there have been no fights since you were here!!!
- Sally E.

Hi Grady - Maizie is immediately focused on me as soon as I put her leash on inside the house. I’ve used the leash inside the house a few times for general behaviour training and also when a friend came to the door. It’s going very well. We passed a dog twice on our walk yesterday and she didn’t even leave my side. I was absolutely shocked. She knows as soon as I put her collar on I’m in control. It’s a great thing. Thanks again - Dan S.

I am sooooooo pleased to have a really positive update for you!!. First....THANK YOU X 3 for getting the new collar for Cody. My hands are not in such severe pain and the swelling is not as bad and not as often. What a relief! Cody is also not pulling any where near as hard as he was before. It seems to get his attention much more when I snap it and bah at him! ... The best is when he starts to go ahead of me. I just start giving a low bah or growl to warn him he is going too far ahead and he responds right away by backing up or stopping right by my side again.

I have made a surprising amount of progress with Cody both inside and out ... I can't wait to tell you all about it !! - Sherry O.

We were very glad to meet you. I think we found Bark Busters at the right time in Dustys life. We are working with Dusty as you suggested and everything is going great. My father came for a visit and couldn't believe the change in Dusty. The neighbours are amazed that we can be outside and visit without Dusty jumping up at them all the time. ... We will keep in touch with his progress. Thank You.
- Juanita, Peter & Dusty

Hello Grady; Max has been doing great, we have actually just moved his crate into the kitchen so he can get used to sleeping downstairs long before the baby arrives, also then as we start doing the nursery we can let him poke around in there so he can see what's going on. I must say he has... We have actually started leaving him out of his crate alone in the house while we go out for an hour or two. So far every time we have come back he has just been laying on his bed and nothing has been destroyed. His excessive barking outside at night has also calmed down, we turn an outside light on for him in the backyard at night and he seems to be much more at ease... - Candace D.

Hello Grady - Since your visit the dogs have been much better to live with. Even my mom has noticed a difference when she comes to visit... Even going outside of the house has changed.. It is much easier though when we know what to do....Just yesterday we let Daisy have free roam for a couple hours and she was calm and it went well... Thanks - Crystal, Scottie and Daisy

Good Morning Grady - I had to share this with you considering we were so concerned with Spud. As you know we had 40 people at our house on Saturday night. Both dogs were amazing! The Bah is working very well on Sparky and Spud seems to be responding to it too. Spud was incredible Saturday night, no growling or barking at anyone... I have to say I am already impressed with how you "Trained" Sam and myself. Thanks again, I am sure we will be in touch. - Kirsty E.

Hi Grady: - Just a quick update on the dogs...they are doing very well. I can’t believe the improvement in their behavior. Nigel no longer rushes the door, and Pyewacket’s barking has lessened as well. We are continuing to work with them each day, and we rarely have to use the throw pouches when the doorbell rings... I am really impressed... I have given your name to a few people and you may be hearing from them. Thanks again for making such a difference! - Josta G.

Hi - Zephyr is doing quite well. It seems just the idea of me being boss and
not him has helped tremendously. The first time Brian was here after your
visit we had him sitting on the mat playing with a toy for quite a while before
he started bugging us. Brian was amazed. The other thing that has been hugely successful has been getting him to come to me. The calling him and then crouching when he looks at me briefly has worked - he comes bounding to me, almost knocking me over. I've been able to enjoy Zephyr more these past few days. He has a great personality and wants to get along. He and I have a better relationship
without him trying to "rule the roost" all the time. Thanks - Rita D.

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