Dear David,

I would just like to thank you for your help. Our house is so incredibly calm now. I can honestly say that having you come was the best choice I have ever made. Rustle has completely stopped barking at the windows and has not jumped on anyone since you were at the house. Lilly has a new found confidence, I agree with you that the fear she has will probably never completely go away but she is not so fearful. I have made a point of taking her in the car when I go up town and I have stopped to take her out of the car and just let her sit and watch people going by. It is hard for her but it is getting better. At home when people come over she is making the attempt to come close and check them out. I have made it a habit to make them wait at the door and the gate and it works every time. Now I can open the gate to go through with lawn mower and they don't bolt past, they sit and wait and don't even move if I don't tell them to....

Rustle is enjoying his new roll. He seems more content with letting me be in control. I think it's funny because now he is always looking at me for instruction. He is quiet and seems more content.

I had company the other day and the lady that was there said what nice dogs I had. :)

Thank you so much,

Michelle B.

Hi Leah,

I can't believe the difference in the dogs. Here's a little run down.

Cloey started barking in her crate at 3:45 AM. One BAH from me upstairs and she was quiet.
When we woke up there was no barking from her. I went down stairs, opened her crate and called her out. Using BAH I walked ahead of her down the hallway and through the door to let her out. Her demeanour has been similar to last night. It has been nice not having her at my feet constantly, and she has been calmer with Jack too.

Ashley had been out this AM to physio, and when she returned Cloey was in her usual position that she would have barked at her coming home, but she just looked at me and watched Ashley and was quiet!

Jack has been great too...I put him on his leash, and then managed to get him downstairs with me going ahead of him and out the door. I had him off downstairs (having his leash attached for my comfort) I then called him upstairs and had him off up there. I fed him and there was no jumping and carrying on. As I am sitting here at the computer - he is not making a peep! All in all, I am amazed..I am really excited to have control with the dogs in our home and a better relationship with them. Thank you so much... Sue - Susan C.

Bark Busters guided my family and myself towards a happier dog and happier us as well in the process! Rob has been great and the time he spent with us and Mushu taught us a lot -- about ourselves and the dog world. After our training, it's been more of a joy to see that Mushu is more relaxed now and obedient. Despite his stubborn streak, the Bark Buster way has remained very effective in our day-to-day activities with him. Thanks Rob!!!!
- Leslie & Shawn G.

I just wanted to let you know how stoked I am after our session today. After you left, Libby and I had a siesta...and yes, she was on the floor. We had a great controlled walk following that for about 45 minutes. During that time we walked up onto the dyke at a spot where there are stairs and someone was walking their large muscular dog off leash on the dyke. The dog was at the top of the stairs that we were approaching and it was intimidating for me!. Libby was great, she was focused on me. I know my corrections should have been better, maybe quicker, and a little more fluid. but I get it

I believe that sometimes people don't get enough positive reinforcement, so let me be one of the many I am sure to say THANK YOU for your insights, for sharing your knowledge, for changing our lives for the better. - Elizabeth F

All I can say is wow...I thought that Dakota was feeling the way he was due to his job leaving him, but as it turned out he just HAD to be by my side to protect me because he was the Alpha-male. Now I have a better understanding that it is me who needs to be the Alpha-male and his behavior has started to greatly improve...I have nothing but great expectations. Thanks Bark Busters. - Carla P. - July 2009

Our trainer, Derek, was punctual, clear in his instructions, and understandable to all members of our family (including our kids AND the dog). We are now aware of the boundaries a good 'alpha' sets and our dog is learning how to be a member of our 'pack' within those boundaries. After Derek's first 3 hours with us, the change was immediate and our home has not been this quiet in four years! - Jne L. - July 2009

Amazing. Kevin was absolutely incredible. I am very happy - Carley B. - June 2009

This was an incredibly enjoyable and informative afternoon as Kevin took me through the paces to help me train my dog. Kevin took my concerns and questions seriously and he made certain that I understood his answers before moving on. Kevin has an easy way about him - he was very relaxed and laughed often, making this a fun experience.

I am happy to say that my dog Pepin learned his new commands very quickly and he now appears happy to obey me. He is no longer in charge of me, I am in charge of him. I am sure that within 6 weeks Pepin will be ready to be tested as a Therapy Dog (my goal for him) and I feel confident that he will pass with flying colours!! I only have good things to say about Kevin and Bark Busters and I have already told my friends about this wonderful and unique program. Thank you Kevin for all of your help. - Linda A. - June 2009

Very enlightening on how a dog's mind works and how we play a part in it. I found that even though we had to be the 'Alpha' I never felt that my dog was in any way being abused either mentally or physically. I have been in obedience type training and I feel that Bark Busters' training would be more successful as they work with the mind of your pet and not just making them 'behave on a leash'. I am very impressed and my pet was even well behaved the first night with only one little correction from me. Thank you Kevin & Bark Busters.
- Karla B. - June 2009

Hi Ron - Thanks again for the wonderful job you've done on Joey! I knew you'd taught him a lot but when I got up the next morning I thought "Sure, Joey was good when Ron was here but he won't do those things for me." Much to my surprise, he stopped barking the minute I growled at him and walked beside me just like a little gentleman. I couldn't believe it! I'm so very impressed! I've been telling everyone. The Shaw tech who came yesturday was also impressed when I told him what Joey had learned. He saw for himself how I could stop Joey from barking He said he'd phone you. I hope he does. My neighbor was interested also when she saw how I could handle the dog. Again thanks for all your help.
- Wendy D. (and Joey) - February 2009

The presentation was most enlightening! We had lots of fun during the training session! Thanks so much Ron! - Amy L. - December 2008

Great Service - Great explanations - My Dog has improved very quickly with in hours of training. Looking forward to continued improvement. - Mike H - December 2008

Thank you Ron for helping my girlfriend and myself learn how to communicate with our dog Bruce. Bruce is a 3yr old, 4 pound Chihuahua who pulled on the leash and would not come when called. This challenged us daily and created a lot of nervous scenarios at the park or walking on the street. We had fears that one day Bruce may run into the street and be run over because he wouldn’t come when called. We heard about Bark Busters and you through a friend and decided to give it a shot.

You came to our house and explained the Bark Busters philosophy and how to properly communicate with Bruce and how to take charge. After a few hours Bruce was no longer pulling and came to us on command. We have learned that we need to take responsibilities and that consistency is the key to our success. Now we have fun times at the park and worry free walks… Thank you Ron - Keith R. - July 2008

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