Bark Busters Detroit Reviews

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278 Reviews ★★★★★(Average 4.82 out of 5)

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  • Roxanne Bruner B.
    9 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Maril was fabulous – she even suggested we video her w/ Ollie, as well as ourselves. Ollie’s demeanor was much more relaxed after our first session. Her confidence in herself and in us improved immediately. Ollie’s response was immediate once we knew more about speaking her language. Maril was pleasant, supportive, and knowledgeable – it was low pressure / high reward. We would absolutely recommend Maril.

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    Trainer Note:
    Very dedicated owner. Good job on your homework!
  • Beryl Satter S.
    9 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Maril is wonderful. She explains and demonstrates techniques that work. She is also flexible and good at modifying techniques to fit changing circumstances.

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    Trainer Note:
    Sammy went from attacking if food was accidentally dropped, to looking away and letting someone pick it up. He is much more relaxed.
  • Daniel Bryan B.
    9 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    The training was easy to understand & follow. Hank made considerable improvement even at the first lesson. I'm very pleased with his results. The Bark Busters collar is much better than the pinch collar. I enjoyed every moment of the training. I'll recommend Bark Busters because it was easy to understand and I saw immediate results.

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    Trainer Note:
    Hank was fear aggressive and his previous trainer used a pinch collar that further freaked him out. Daniel is patient and diligent with his homework.
  • Brooke Rousseau R.
    9 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Maril was thorough but friendly. She never scolded. Starla was quick to learn. We are extremely pleased. I think this training style will produce good results. The program is setting us up for success, which is our goal. Maril is very helpful. 10/10

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    Trainer Note:
    After she was bitten by her own dog, Brook knew she needed some help. Starla needed more boundaries and leadership. Brooke and Kevin have been good students and Starla has improved significantly. Her reactivity to dogs is still a work in progress, but Brooke and Kevin are diligent about their homework and I see improvement at every visit.
  • Lisa & Pat C.
    10 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    We felt comfortable with the training methods. Maril was very clear and to the point. We noticed results in a few days. Maril helped give encouragement that with consistency + now the right tools = we would see results. The techniques were easy to follow. There was nothing to hurt our dog. Saw results quickly. Maril was very helpful and quick to respond to my texts.

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    • #Chewing
    • #Hyperactivity
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    • #Pulling
    • #Puppy management
    • #Recall
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    Trainer Note:
    Lisa & Pat are dedicated students with the patience to work through Abby's fears.
  • Nicole Grant G.
    10 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Excellent scores in every category. Very well described and physically explained all techniques. My dog immediately responded.

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    Trainer Note:
    Nicole is a vet tech at the Michigan Humane Society. Alice was food aggressive and responded very well to the training.
  • Barbara Wood W.
    10 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Maril is very patient and very encouraging. She has helpful gadgetry. By the end of our first lesson Rob Roy walked nicely on the leash and waited for me to say “free” at both doors. The techniques are natural and non-punitive. I recommend Bark Busters training because it is humane and rewarding in nature. ****** 6 out of 5 Stars

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    Trainer Note:
    Roy Roy is a feisty Scotty who really didn't want to be in charge. He is sooooo very happy Barbara has become the leader he needs.
  • Susan Quade Q.
    10 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Yes, yes, yes. Excellent scores in every category. Most techniques are simple and the results are immediate. I thought Maril did a great job. Both of my dogs are responding well and one wasn’t even in the training session. We need to practice more so we continue to be successful.

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    Trainer Note:
    I'm so pleased that the changes you made helped Oliver too!
  • Kaili Millbauer M.
    10 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Maril explained things very well and in a way I could relate to. She made me understand my dogs behavior. Stella learned very quickly what we were teaching. Stella and I both showed better behavior and more respect for each other. I loved how the techniques just involved my voice and body language. We taught Stella in a way she could understand. Maril taught me so much about dogs and how they operate. Being a first time dog owner this was helpful and fun. Every dog has amazing potential. It's up to us to bring that out. Maril knew how to communicate that and everyone should know how to do this with their dog.
    I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. I am excited to see what the future holds for me and Stella.

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    • #Jumping up
    • #Pulling
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    Trainer Note:
    Kaili was an exceptional student and a pleasure to work with.
  • Erin Curtin C.
    10 years ago — Greater Detroit, Michigan

    Photo of Buck Maril did a great job of explaining the methods in a clear and concise manner. Buck was responding very well by the end of our session today. I was very happy to see this. I love this method of no "€œphysical force"€ used to train.

    Maril was very understanding and patient with me and Bucky and I felt very confident with the techniques. Bark Busters are professional, easy to understand and Buck was responding well by the end of session number one!

    Thank you for helping me to better understand my dog and give me some great advice and tips.

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    • #Jumping up
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    Trainer Note:
    Erin is a very experienced vet tech so her endorsement means a lot to me. She is a great student and picked things up very quickly. She and Buck have a good bond and he very much wants to please.