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Siberian Husky: Training Insights & Behavior Traits

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Siberian Husky Traits, Temperament & Training Challenges

According to the American Kennel Club, here are some breed characteristic you can find in Siberian Huskies. 

 

  • Height

    21-23.5 inches (male), 20-22 inches (female)

  • Weight

    45-60 pounds (male), 35-50 pounds (female)

  • Life Expectancy

    12-14 years

  • Coat Type/Length

    Double/Medium

  •  100 Affectionate with Family
  • 100 Good with Young Children
  • 100 Good with Other Dogs
  • 60 Trainability Level
  • 100 Energy Level
  • 100 Barking Level
  • 80 Shedding Level
  • 20 Drooling Level

Understanding the Siberian Husky Breed & Natural Instincts

Siberian Husky were used by the Chukchi Eskimos of Northeastern Asia to haul long distance loads over rough terrain. The Chukchis lived inland and needed to get to the sea to hunt and be able to haul back a sled full of walrus meat. Huskies were ideal sled dogs. They were also known for herding reindeer.

They arrived in the United States and Canada in 1909 via Alaska during the Nome Gold Rush to help with transportation and compete in races. Originally named the Alaskan Husky, their name was changed to the Siberian Husky as a salute to their originating country - Siberia, Russia.

Some historians believe the breed could be 27,000 years old, as suggested by DNA from the ancient bones of an Arctic Wolf.

A true hero of dog breeds, the Husky used to race across the rugged tundras of Alaska delivering life-saving medicine to remote areas. Today, this breed still glides gracefully across ice, and loves the cold!

The graceful, medium-sized Siberian Husky’s almond-shaped eyes can be either brown or blue—and sometimes one of each—and convey a keen but amiable and even mischievous expression. Quick and nimble-footed, Siberians are known for their powerful but seemingly effortless gait. Tipping the scales at no more than 60 pounds, they are noticeably smaller and lighter than their burly cousin, the Alaskan Malamute.

As born pack dogs, they enjoy family life and get on well with other dogs. The Sibe’s innate friendliness render them indifferent watch-dogs. These are energetic dogs who can’t resist chasing small animals, so secure running room is a must. An attractive feature of the breed: Sibes are naturally clean, with little doggy odor.

Siberian Husky Breed walking in snow

Train A Siberian Husky

While Siberian Huskies are intelligent and active dogs, many owners seek professional training help for common challenges like leash pulling, poor recall, excessive energy, and other unwanted behaviors.

Bark Busters specializes in in-home dog training that addresses real-life challenges where they happen—right in your home.

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Siberian Husky Temperament: How it Impacts Training and Obedience

Train Your Husky

If you are looking for a guard dog, a Husky would not be a good choice as they love people too much! They might tell you a stranger is lurking about, but they have no concept of protecting you. In fact, they may lick a burglar to death. Nor are they one-person dogs. However, if you want a dog that looks stunning, is outgoing, sensitive, mischievous, and great with children, the Husky is your breed!

Although Huskies can look intimidating and their Arctic temperament makes them determined and self-sufficient, they are extremely sensitive. They are the original Houdini dog and can dig under a fence faster than you can fill the holes, and over the fence quicker than you can catch them. In fact, the average fence won’t even stop them. They can leap over gates and escape from leashes and collars if not trained properly. Because of their wanderlust, they should be microchipped and identified with a tag at all times.

Huskies are highly intelligent but not needy. They are territorial but not aggressive. Be careful of cats and smaller pets because the prey instinct is ingrained in a Husky. They can be trained as great therapy dogs, as they are sensitive to a drop in blood sugar or the beginning of a seizure.

Socialization

Think of the “energizer bunny” and that’s a Husky! This breed wants to be by your side at all times. Huskies don’t like to be left alone, so pet parents need to be wary of separation anxiety. Huskies are not content to snooze by your side on the couch and want to be out and about among other people and dogs. If you’re thinking of leaving them outdoors by themselves for hours at a time, expect to come home with a crater in your yard!

They will get along well with other dogs but early socialization is important. Why? So your dog gets used to new people, things and places and doesn’t develop any fears that turn into phobias. Also, so they develop pleasant associations, such as going to the park is fun! It’s even important to take them to the vet early on so they aren’t frightened by the experience.

Is A Siberian Husky Right For You?

Physical Characteristics

The Siberian Husky, often called a Husky or Sibe, is a medium-size dog. They are less burly than their cousin the Alaskan Malamute and easier to train. The Husky has a wild, wolf-like appearance with a muscular body. You may often see a white and black or red and white pattern on its head. The ears are shaped like triangles and eyes can be either a gorgeous blue and brown or a combination of each. Their small ears are designed to maintain body heat, unlike the large ears of the Chihuahua, which are designed for cooling.

Huskies like to dig! A Husky’s feet often function as snow shoes and the hair between their toes keep their paws toasty. Their claws make it easier to dig through ice and snow and burrow themselves into a hole to stay warm. Huskies can curl up in the snow to sleep and still survive.

The Husky tail points downward when they are relaxed and curls up when they are on the move. Their whiskers are especially sensitive which come in handy when they are hunting at night.

  • Average Height: 21 to 23.5 inches (male); 20 to 22 inches (female)
  • Average Weight: 45 to 60 pounds (male); 35 to 50 pounds (female)
  • Average Life Expectancy: 12 years

Unique Breed Traits

Less known as sled dogs today, Huskies are great family pets and companions. With a great sense of humor, the Husky will keep you laughing with his antics. At the same time, their energy requires these dogs to be well exercised daily or there is a strong potential for digging and destructive behavior.

Unique Traits:

  • Intelligent, affectionate, mischievous
  • Great with kids
  • Great with other dogs
  • Happy-go-lucky and even-tempered
  • Always on the go
  • Innate desire to work
  • Adapts easily to new environments
  • Stubborn

Fun Facts

  • The Disney movie “Eight Below” is based on the true story of the 1957 Japanese expedition to the South Pole and stars six Huskies.
  • A statue of the Husky named Balto stands in Central Park, NY
  • The color of a Husky’s nose reflects the color of his coat. If the dog is black, brown and gray, his nose is black. White dogs have a flesh-colored nose and copper dogs have a liver-colored nose.
  • Huskies in colder climates shed less than Huskies in warmer climates.
  • Husky howls can be heard up to 10 miles away – pet parents will swear they can “talk”.
  • The indigenous Chukchi people used Huskies versus nannies to watch their children.
  • Huskies have a “snow nose” which appears is winter and goes away in the summer.
  • When they sleep their tails touch their noses – known as “the Swirl.”
  • Many universities – such as the University of Washington and Northeastern University have the Husky as a mascot.
  • In the story of The Husky, there will be no appendix, as this bred doesn’t have one!
  • Huskies have been banned from Antarctica since 1994 due to fears they could bring canine distemper to the seal population.

Common Siberian Husky Behavior Problems & Training Solutions

A Husky may not be the best choice for a first-time pet parent. The phrase “obedient Siberian Husky” is something of an oxymoron. Too many Huskies end up in shelters because pet parents choose them for their classic looks and aren’t ready for their challenging nature. Sometimes referred to as “canine divas,” Huskies will often ignore your commands unless you learn to speak their language.

The Husky typically doesn’t respond well to punishment or treats. Instead, you must establish yourself as the “Top Dog” and communicate using voice tones and body language. This is how Bark Busters produces such awesome training results – we “speak dog.” Bark Busters trainers love working with Huskies as they are highly intelligent and loving, if you understand their needs.

One of the behavioral issues we encounter with this breed is ‘escaping’ - they won’t stick around if they see an opportunity to bolt. This stems from their need to belong to a strong pack. As a pet parent, if you don’t provide leadership, they might look elsewhere.

Also, Huskies can have barking and howling issues, although they howl more than bark thanks to inherited wolf howling behavior. It’s not enough to know that a dog barks or howls, it’s important to know why!

Huskies are not as people pleasing as some other breeds and can be known for the following mis-behaviors:

  • Escaping
  • Chewing, mouthing, and digging
  • Destroying when bored
  • Howling
  • Difficulty house training, requiring consistency and patience

Adult Huskies can be rambunctious and their puppies are even more high maintenance. Huskies need the equivalent of three to five miles of exercise four to five times a week. Exercise will help your husky maintain strong and healthy bones, a healthy heart, and proper growth. Don’t forget that the best exercise of all is ‘mental exercise’ so find ways to stretch your Huskies intellect daily - simple training exercises can do the trick!

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Siberian Husky Dog Training: Understanding Common Breed Behaviors

Siberian Huskies are fascinating dogs on many levels. Although dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years, they do retain some of their wild ancestors’ characteristics and Huskies probably more than most. They have even retained very wolf-like looks although their gentle eyes will give them away.

Like wolves, Huskies have a very strong pack drive and many of the Husky owners we’ve worked with have multiple Huskies. This pack drive makes them have a strong need to be included in activities. It also means that the people they live with need to understand and practice pack leadership because if they don’t, their dogs will take over and run things their way, which rarely aligns with human thinking. Luckily understanding and practicing leadership is not a physical endeavor but involves understanding canine psychology and communication.

You may have heard a Husky pet parent state that their dog can “talk.” They will readily “voice” their opinions on everything with loud yips and howls. But they are not typically nuisance barkers. They are also not typically very good “watch dogs.” Their social nature can make them friendly to everyone, yet they feel very territorial if they perceive a threat. It’s that pack mentality again coming into play. 

Like wolves, Huskies are athletes. If you are a marathoner, you won’t go wrong if you get a Husky to run with, although some of these dogs will think the marathon is just the warm-up! These dogs can run all day while pulling many times their own weight. As with human athletes, they need more than physical exercise – they need mental exercise as well. They also love to pull, so teaching them to walk with you and not drag you can be a challenge. Remember they are “mushers” at heart. 

Huskies are smart dogs and love learning but once they learn something, unless they view you as the pack leader, they may not do what you ask them to do. They can be stubborn and frustrating in that regard, so patience and determination will be required. Be creative in finding things that hold their interest, other than just running, which is their first love. Speaking of running, if there are young children around who leave the doors open, a Husky will escape and take off sprinting. Did I mention that Huskies love to run? 

Huskies are definitely not the breed for people with allergies, because no matter how much you brush them, dust bunnies will fly about. You will also need a bucket or towel by the door.

Huskies, like wolves, burrow. They will dig holes, mainly to curl up in. Their relatives in cold climates do that to maintain their warmth and even in Florida, they will dig holes when left outside without supervision. Expect worn paths where they run in the yard and holes where they curl up to rest. If you are an avid gardener, expect help from your Husky although it might not be the kind of help you want. 

We are often consulted by Siberian Husky Rescue in Florida regarding helping some of the more troublesome dogs in their wonderful care. Their close relation to their wild cousins can make them challenging to make part of your family. Often these troublemakers are really seeking leadership. If they don’t find it in the humans they live with, they do try to take that role on themselves.

Understanding the dynamics of the pack is crucial to having calm, happy Huskies. They are wonderful dogs, but they are not for everyone. Bark Busters’ trainers can help you understand these wonderful dogs and teach you how to become the leader of your pack without drama. It is well worth the effort.

Games to Play with Your Husky

Running at speeds of up to 28 mph, it’s hard to get a Husky to slow down. In fact, if you love to bike or jog, a Husky would make a great sidekick especially for going long distances.

Since most of us don’t live in the tundra, many Huskies still enjoy “urban sledding.” Urban sledding is a form of mushing and may involve one or more dogs. Activities include carting, sled dog racing, scootering, biking, canicross, pulka, freighting, weight pulling, and other activities. Originally developed to keep sled dogs in shape during the off season, dryland sledding is growing in popularity.

Walking Your Husky Correctly

As we said earlier, Huskies have been bred to be sled dogs and “pull” things. This does not work out so well for pet parents on a walk. Huskies love to roam, so it is best to always walk yours on a leash or you’ll tune your head and they’ll be chasing a squirrel or rabbit.

Siberian Husky Wellness: Health & Grooming

Huskies are double-coated with a top coat that is straight and a bottom coat that is thick. They shed year-round so they need to be brushed weekly. In Spring and Fall, their undercoat sheds known as “blowing their coat.” A lint brush, coat rake, and vacuum are must-haves if you own a Husky! Fastidiously clean and with little body odor, their coat can keep them warm in temperatures as low as negative 50 degrees. Yikes!

Huskies have great teeth, so if you brush them twice a week your Husky will have pearly whites.

Bark Busters Home Dog Training Services

Excessive Barking

Huskies are known for their vocal nature, but excessive barking can signal stress, boredom, or confusion. Bark Busters helps address the root cause using calm communication methods your Siberian Husky naturally understands.

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Separation Anxiety Training

Huskies can become vocal, destructive, or anxious when left alone. We address the root cause of separation anxiety by improving communication, building confidence, and creating calmer routines at home.

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Home Dog Training

We provide personalized, in-home training designed for your Siberian Husky’s unique personality. By working where behavior happens—at home—we improve communication, reduce unwanted behaviors, and build better obedience.

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Severe Dog Behavior Issues

We specialize in resolving common Husky behaviors like excessive barking and howling, separation anxiety, destructive chewing, and leash pulling. Our in-home training helps you better communicate with your dog for lasting results. 

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Puppy Training

Our Siberian Husky puppy training builds trust, good manners, and positive habits from the start. We help with potty training, crate training, leash walking, and common puppy behaviors like jumping, nipping, chewing, and barking.

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Aggression Training

Siberian Husky aggression can stem from fear, overstimulation, resource guarding, or frustration. Understanding the root cause is the first step toward creating a calmer, safer, and more manageable home.

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What Siberian Husky Owners Say About Bark Busters Training

We were at our wits end with our Husky Jimmy. He would not stop barking and lunging at other dogs on walks. He also had terrible jumping habits when guests would come over. Heather helped so much within the first visit. She showed us how to train him with simple language and no treats. We tried training before, without the results we wanted. We are working with him daily and have seen such an improvement! Bark Buster's methods work and we could not be more grateful. Thank you Heather!!
Liza J.
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I have a 4 month old Husky puppy. I honestly thought on my own I have been doing a lot when it comes to training and felt it couldn't hurt to have another opinion and guidance now while she is young. With just 2.5 hours of work with Robert I realized she was training me more than I have been training her. He taught me boundaries, proper leash walking, area and boundary control as well as impulse control in just our first session. I always struggled with crate training because I was never fully for it, but he taught me alternative methods so it becomes a comfortable process for both me and my puppy. I highly recommend Bark Busters- they are on your side and really guide you and give you confidence when it comes to raising your pup!
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10 stars! We adopted a 3rd dog. Now we have 3 husky females and a sibling rivalry going on. The first few weeks were chaotic and our family was losing it. Keith came and we saw an immediate difference. We were given techniques to obtain leadership over the pack. Scheduling is easy, Keith is always available to help. We have some time with Keith and our girls inside the house, on walks and in the fenced in yard. We're getting our sleep back and the doggies are progressing and getting along much better.
Ross R.
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I don't usually write reviews, but Bark Busters deserves this and so does my trainer! Karina fully exceeded my high expectations. She is a top-shelf professional with impeccable customer service a genuinely caring demeanor. And most importantly, Karina knows her training stuff. After a brief chat she assessed my dog's behaviors and put me to work! We spent the next three hours going over hands' on exercises- which were immediately successful! Karina supplemented me with written and video descriptions of my homework and left me with a snazzy packet and training chart ;) Karina also made wonderful recommendations for better food and toys and remedies to reduce my dog's level three separation anxiety, and all are on their way! Finally, Karina assured me that we would stay in contact and prepare for our follow up visit. Here are a few concrete improvements that I have seen in Chase since starting YESTERDAY: My husky mix is no longer is out of control on walks, no longer attaches to me at every turn, no longer overreacts to a door knock, and can go five full minutes without barking/howling/or hurting my house after I leave. And it will only get better. I am proud to have made The call to Bark Busters after seeing a television program highlighting their approach. Yes, it is expensive, but worth it for anyone who loves their ailing dog and wants to be the alpha dog mom they crave and deserve. Call Bark Busters, you won't be disappointed.
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We absolutely love Bark Busters. We own a Siberian Husky, Nova is her name, and it's been hard so far but with Derek's help we have made so much progress. Super grateful for the help it has been so stressful! Thank you!!
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We are so thankful for Brandon's training guidance. Our pup needed more than basic obedience. I didn't have a lot of hope that anyone could turn our dog around but we saw positive results within 20 mins!
I'm not saying that our pup is completely rehabilitated in one day but with the techniques we were given, patience and consistency; I now believe that our pup can become a fantastic canine citizen. Brandon was amazing and provides continuing support. We wouldn't hesitate to recommended Brandon at Bark Busters Home Dog Training.
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I honestly don’t even know where to start because this trainer completely changed our lives with our dog. We have an 8-month-old pitbull puppy, and before finding him, we were exhausted, overwhelmed, stressed, and genuinely at the point where we thought we might have to give her up. It was heartbreaking because we love her so much, but nothing we were trying was working.

What stood out immediately was that he didn’t just “train dogs.” He understands dog psychology on a completely different level. He was able to read our puppy so accurately and explain behaviors in ways that suddenly made everything click for us. No one else had been able to do that.

Within a short time, we started seeing changes we honestly thought were impossible. Our puppy became calmer, more connected to us, more confident, and overall just happier. But the biggest change was in us, we finally felt like we understood our dog instead of constantly feeling defeated by her behavior.

I truly believe he saved us from making a decision we would have regretted forever. Now we can’t imagine life without our girl, and our bond with her is stronger than ever because of his help.

If you’re struggling with your dog, especially if you feel hopeless or like you’ve “tried everything,” please give him a chance. We are beyond grateful we did.
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My dog, Philly is a reactive, timid, anxious dog. Brandon has done an amazing job or showing me techniques to correct his behavior and helpful tips to keep him occupied while we’re not home. Would definitely recommend him!!
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We decided to hire a trainer for our dogs as our baby was starting to be mobile and wanted to learn how to correctly handle any unwanted behavior. Our dogs were not total menaces but not angels either when we started. Brandon has made this an amazing experience for us- our dogs are living in harmony with the baby, the barking at the window has been all but eliminated, and taking walks is beginning to be enjoyable! We’ve noticed a huge change for the better in the dogs and Brandon has given us the confidence to guide them. He also has taken the time to get to know our family and understand our needs. I cannot recommend him enough, he’s improved our lives!
Catherine M.
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Brandon is absolutely incredible. After the unexpected loss of our dog, Blue, this past December, our other dog, Shadow, developed severe separation anxiety. We couldn’t leave him alone for more than five minutes without him howling and running around the house in a panic—our lives were completely upended.

We reached out to Bark Busters and were connected with Brandon almost immediately. He came to our home the same week, and we noticed a remarkable change in Shadow after just the first training session. Now, not only can we leave Shadow alone for hours, but his overall listening and obedience have improved dramatically.

We are beyond grateful for Brandon’s expertise, patience, and care—he truly made a life-changing difference for our family!
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My two puppies were super sweet, but just too smart for their own good, and decided go crazy with dogs, people. Lots of pulling on the leash and barking. Walks were stressful, and I felt overwhelmed because they outnumber me. A friend recommended Bark Busters, and when I started working with Brandon my dogs changed from day one - it felt like magic. As we progressed through the training they got better and better - friends took notice immediately when coming over to the house. Recently had a few workers come through the house for repairs and the dogs were calm, no barking, jumping, listening to every command I gave them. It feels like magic still. I’m thrilled with the results of the training - now I get to just enjoy hanging out with my pups with no stress!
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Highly Recommend this business!

My husband and I reached out because we have a reactive doggy, Zeus, and we had been postponing some much needed training.

Upon contacting James, he was very professional and transparent about the pricing and different packages.
We are very pleased with our decision in proceeding with this business as there was immediate improvement after just one session! James has done a wonderful job identifying the behavioral issues and triggers and explaining the processes of correcting Zeus's behavior. James also doesn't rush the process and is very attentive and intentional with the time spent during the sessions as well as with the communication updates sent via text. We are very happy and pleased with the progress made so far with Zeus, and we are excited to see continued improvements!

Thank you James!
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It has been a great experience for me and my dog! Omar has been so helpful in helping us understand how to train her. I would highly recommend this team if you need help with your dog!
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I reached out to Bark Busters due to behavioral issues with my dog Wade. After the initial training session, I am confident that Wade will learn his best puppy manners. Bonnie was so great and patient. She explained everything in detail and answered all questions. You can tell she truly cares about her clients and is as invested in correcting Wade's behavior as I am! I would highly recommend!
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Highly Recommend Bark Busters and James!
We couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with Bark Busters, and specifically with James here in Bluffton, SC!
My husband and I adopted our Anatolian Shepherd Mix from a shelter when he was 6 months old. He is now 1 year and 1 month old, and he is the very first dog we’ve ever had with such a dominant, highly protective, and territorial personality. He has a strong instinct to guard us, which was a completely new experience for us to manage. We didn't want to change his natural personality, but we desperately wanted to understand him better and correct certain behaviors so we could handle him properly.
Based on the amazing reviews online, we decided to give Bark Busters a try. To be honest, we were a bit hesitant at first. Since this was all so new to us, we wondered if it would actually work and how things would go. However, we realized that understanding him was the best thing we could do for his own well-being. Looking back, we are SO glad we made that choice!
We’ve already achieved incredible results, and although the biggest part of the foundation is done, we are continuing our training journey with them. Our relationship with our dog has improved drastically, and we now truly understand how he thinks and communicates.
Our advice to anyone reading this: Do not wait until behavioral issues become severe! This journey is truly for everyone. It’s not just about fixing problems; it’s about learning how to communicate with your dog and building a deeper connection with them.
A huge shoutout to James! He is a wonderful, super friendly, and helpful person. We absolutely love the way he works with our dog, Kylo, and how he approaches both him and us as owners.
If you are looking for the best guidance for your dog, look no further than James and Bark Busters!
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Jef was a great fit for our family and an excellent trainer to work with. What stood out most was that the training was just as much about teaching us as it was about teaching our dogs. He helped us better understand how to communicate with our dogs, read their behavior, and reinforce the right habits consistently.

Jef provided all the tools, knowledge, and confidence we needed to continue building on the training long after the sessions ended. He was patient, professional, easy to work with, and always willing to follow up and help whenever questions came up.

We highly recommend Jef to anyone looking for a trainer who not only works with dogs but also teaches owners how to be successful. The results have been incredible, and we're grateful for all his support!
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Our dog has severe separation anxiety so we reached out to Bark Busters for help. After one session working with James there is a huge difference in our dogs behavior. He is giving us the tools we need to help our dogs behavior with this situation as well as keeping him from running out of the yard, and staying back from the door. I would highly recommend their services to anyone needing behavioral assistance
Annamaria B.
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Ryan recently came to visit for a refresher session and the dogs were amazing they immediately recalled their Training. Since the refresher the dogs have been doing really well they still have moments where they forget and we have to use the skills to remind them but they are choosing to take the correct actions. Ryan is an amazing Trainer he is patient, understanding and compassionate he understands that we as humans can make mistakes and so can the dogs we just need to be consistent. I would 10/10 recommend this Training we tried everything collars, whistles etc and nothing worked until we met Ryan!
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Bonnie is awesome. She came and spent 3 hours with my golden retriever and he is like a different dog. He’s so obedient and this is after just one session. Can’t wait to see how much further he comes after subsequent training sessions! Thank you, Bonnie!!
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I cannot say enough great things about Scott from Bark Busters. He came to help with my two dogs, Harlan and River, and the results were honestly mind-blowing. I could not believe the difference after just working with him.

Scott was calm, professional, knowledgeable, and explained everything in a way that made sense. He helped me understand how to communicate better with my dogs, and Harlan and River responded so quickly. It felt like a huge weight was lifted.

If you are struggling with training or just want a better relationship with your dogs, I highly recommend Scott. He truly knows what he is doing, and the results speak for themselves!
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Johnny has been great at teaching me and my dog how to work together! Zilla is a rescue who does not really trust people, but after help with Bark Busters she is learning how to be more comfortable and trustworthy as well as listening to what I say to her!


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My dog Rover’s trainer, Johnny, is the absolute best! He’s so knowledgeable, patient and attentive when working with my dog. He is available to talk or text whenever I need and has been more than helpful with the specific training that I need for my Aussie. I would and have recommended him to everyone I know!
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Google Review: "We had such a wonderful experience with Bark Busters Home Dog Training. Rachel and Betty Lou were incredibly patient, kind, and knowledgeable with our dog Ivey. They stayed with us for over an hour, answered all of our questions, and made both me and my mom feel comfortable and encouraged through the whole process.
They worked hands-on with Ivey using calm guidance, and we already saw a difference in her behavior. They helped teach her how to stay calmer when someone comes to the door and showed us techniques we can continue using every day.
You can truly tell they care about both the dogs and the people they help. Their patience, professionalism, and kindness meant so much to us. I highly recommend Bark Busters to anyone needing help with their dog!"
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Google Review: Betty Lou and Rachel are amazing! We saw positive results with our wildly barking Pomeranian after just one session!"
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My wife and I are a first time dog owners and we're very worried about training our dog from puppy when we got the puppy last year. Working with Jared was definitely a good decision we made. Jared is incredibly patient and truly understands dog behavior on a deep level. Each time after training the dog behaves noticebly better. Jared teached us a lot of ways to communicate with our dog that we would never figured out by ourselves.

Plus, he has been our dog sitter too and have been a wonderful sitter.We couldn't recommend him more!
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Sharon at Bark Busters was amazing during our 1st 3-hour session. We learned so much about dog behavior and how to interact with them in ways that make instant sense to dogs. Had nearly immediate small successes which we were able to quickly build on. I've never done training like this before and really appreciate the psychological approach. The life of your dog support guarantee is also amazing!
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Wow, wow, wow!" I've used at least four other dog trainers over the past three years for my 75-pound lab, rottweiler, hound mix. It was not until I met Sharon with Bark Busters that I finally learned how to curb his fear & reactivity to strange dogs and people. Sharon has helped me immensely in learning how to desensitize him and begin safely socializing him. He is now having fun with other dogs! It's such a relief to see him becoming less concerned about strangers too. It's phenomenal! He's feeling better and safer in public, at home, and on his walks! This was accomplished without any treats & no e-collars (shock collars ) or any harsh methods. We even immediately put away the prong collar he had used his whole life. Sharon comes to you and meets you in real settings like on walks, in your home, yard, and in public. For a better understanding of your dog and to learn how to think like your dog and improve his behaviors, I highly recommend Sharon and Bark Busters in Pinellas County!
Bev B.
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Best investment – Life-changing

After one session, my older puppy, and I started a brand new relationship! Brandon‘s knowledge,, empathy, amazing kindness, and dedication were a parent and long lasting. He was professional and had scheduling flexibility that worked incredibly well for our family.

I am not exaggerating when I say that our relationship and lives have changed forever and the impact to our family has been spectacular

Worth every penny and more!

Can’t wait for our next session!
Russell Stewart .
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I had several issues with my Dogo Argentino, Duke, that had become extremely stressful and overwhelming. I spent months trying everything possible to correct his behavior problems on my own, but I was getting nowhere. Duke is a very high-energy breed and was unable to calm down in the house, especially at night, even after spending the day walking and running in the park. He also had a serious issue with pulling on the leash, regardless of the collars or harnesses I used.
A few days before Robert arrived, Duke suddenly became extremely fearful of motorcycles and loud cars. It got to the point where he didn’t even want to go outside anymore. Any loud noise would send him into a panic, and he would desperately try to flee back home.
When Robert came in, I immediately saw huge progress during our very first session. Duke’s behavior inside the house changed almost instantly. Robert was able to get him comfortably across the street and back into the park, and the leash pulling disappeared. Robert is professional, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. His ability to connect with Duke and earn his trust and respect in such a short period of time was truly remarkable.
I learned so much from Robert and worked hard to implement everything he taught me day and night after he left. Even after a week had passed, Duke had a small setback with the noise issues outside. I contacted Robert right away, and without hesitation, he came back the very next day to help. It was clear that he genuinely cares about the animals he works with and takes great pride in what he does.
I couldn’t be happier with the service Robert provided, and I highly recommend him to anyone searching for an exceptional dog trainer. The results we achieved in such a short amount of time exceeded my expectations, and I am incredibly grateful for his help.
Adam .
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