Robin R. | Nicholasville

March-27-2024 Bark busters rating

Kendra is great. She is patient and supportive. She shows us what she wants us to do and helps us achieve success before she leaves. She gives us "homework" and is attentive to questions in between sessions. We have only worked with her a short time and we have already seen huge improvements with our pack. I would recommend her to anyone having fur baby issues. We are excited to see what will be next and we are hoping to have even more success as time moves forward. Check her out. We love her.

Aggression Sibling rivalry Other

Robin R. | Nicholasville

February-24-2024 Bark busters rating

Kendra came out and spent so much time with us. She was detailed in each of her instructions, she was patient and helped us with each of our four dogs. We have jumping, barking, aggression and sibling rivalry issues and she went through it all. She was responsive to our questions and brought us helpful information. She has training and a life time guarantee. She schedules out so you know when she will be back and she gave us multiple ways to reach her in between sessions if we need her. I highly recommend her if you and your dog(s) need help.

Barking Jumping up Sibling rivalry

Shannon H. | Lexington, Fayette

September-01-2023 Bark busters rating

We enlisted Kendra's help when we adopted our 3rd dog and couldn't be more pleased with the entire experience. While I have done dog training classes at facilities before, nothing can compare to having someone in your home, seeing the dynamic of your dog/dogs, triggers they might have, the behaviors you want to address, it was really perfect for us. Kendra really has a wonderful presence that our dogs picked up on right away, they actually all laid at her feet while we discussed our issues and what we wanted to accomplish, thus making me look like a liar about their jumping and bad behavior ;). Honestly though, it really showed me how effective her methods could be for us, she totally changed our view on interacting with our dogs and establishing the correct hierarchy in our home, it just made so much sense and the dogs pretty instantly got on board with the program. Kendra is just so calm and patient and in tune with all the dogs and offered great solutions when other issues arose during our training. She is also wonderful at communication, I could email her a novel and she responded to every single question clearly and concisely. Our most recent addition is a larger dog, which we have never had before, so it was imperative to learn manners when guest come over and it really has been so much more enjoyable to entertain now that we have implemented Kendra's methods. My husband and I enjoy fostering/foster failing and I feel so much more confident in continuing to do that knowing what we have learned, it just makes so much sense and we are really super happy with our decision to enlist Kendra's help, we can't recommend her enough!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

Tami K. | Georgetown, Scott

August-30-2022 Bark busters rating

Kendra Tycocki has been a tremendous help in getting our newest addition in line with the pack! We are a household of three people and three dogs. We reached out to Bark Busters because our newly adopted young female, was a little more challenging to train than my experience allowed for. Bark Buster's offers a lifetime program which is truly unique because new problems can crop up down the line - this just seemed like the right path to take. When Kendra came into our home, the tone was different immediately. Our female took notice and paid attention. From the very first lesson, our female stopped jumping and we got the tools to put in place that day. As promised, if practiced, we'd see a real difference - so true! Our friends have seen the difference and have commented on how much calmer our girl is. No more jumping, or excessive excitability. Just a happy-go-lucky pup that is enjoyable to be around. This is all without harsh punishments: just following the natural rhythm of the pack, by putting the people at the top, thus creating a natural hierarchy which makes life so much simpler for everyone! Thank you Kendra!!! The Kearl Pack :)

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Recall

Heather R. | Lexington, Fayette

May-05-2022 Bark busters rating

I think Kendra with Barkbusters is fantastic. I purchased the lifetime support. At first, I honestly thought I could have purchased a lesser option because her initial teaching to us and our dog was so successful. We went from having a super-active, wildly ready to party dog to a well-behaved, super-active, happy and ready to play dog. She responded so well to learning the door boundary that I’ve never had to worry about her trying to run out. Then over the years, changes have occurred (new dog in the neighborhood, Covid changing schedules) and Kendra has continued to be there. Often, the tweaks she suggests are quick, easy and effective. Yes, it’s because we put in a lot of work on the front-end to follow her guidance. But also, it’s because she knows how to teach us to redirect our dog for the specific issues she’s having. If we ever get another dog, I would retain her services again in a heartbeat. And if you just got a new dog or are experiencing struggles with a dog whose been with you a while, I would strongly recommend Kendra and Barkbusters. Money well spent for us.

Aggression Barking Chewing Jumping up Pulling Recall

Kate M. | Lexington, Fayette

March-21-2022 Bark busters rating

We recently had Kendra come to help us with our dog. He was very rambunctious knocking people over with his 80 lbs of "love." He also barked A LOT, pulled us on leash and basically did what he wanted. Our furnace went out a little over a week ago and we were worried about the repairman coming and if Koda would behave. We were told it was find to have our dog out if he was friendly. We rang Kendra for back up and she told us to apply the methods we'd been practicing and gave us a few tips and reminders. When the man arrived we employed the methods and Koda did NOT rush the door. He went and laid down just as we had been practicing. There was no barking or fussing. Our walking has been so enjoyable and relaxing. No more being yanked down the street by "Koda Bear." This has truly been a quality of life change for us and Koda. If we never saw Kendra again it would be worth every penny we spent. But, we are glad to have the lifetime support if we need her. We highly recommend Kendra and the methods she teaches.

Barking Pulling Recall

Natasha G. | Lexington, Fayette

September-27-2021 Bark busters rating

Our experience with Kendra and the methods she taught us has been AMAZING. Previously we had been attempting to get our dogs to do the right thing and listen to us by using treats or using commands. Often we ended up yelling commands due to frustration. Our dog would be jumping or barking and we were yelling SIT! SIT! NO BARK! NO BARK! It was like we were arguing with our dogs or barking with them. We were very discouraged. Kendra taught us the difference between educating our dog and training our dog. When we learned how to educate our dog using the "dog" methods it worked and we saw a difference immediately. MINDS BLOWN! With us being consistent with the education our dog has learned that he is not too go to the door when we have company. WE answer the door! He has learned not to be barking at people just walking by minding their own business. He walks without zig-zagging and pulling us along like he was walking us, which he was!! He has basically learned what is okay to do and what isn't okay to do and we don't have to "bark" commands at him. If he makes a mistake we can use our "dog speak" and get his focus and guide him to the right behavior. It's definitely different then our past treat training and command based training. We love it! And, our dog is so much more relaxed! We also like the lifetime support as we can reach out to Kendra at any time and she responds quickly and coaches us on what to do. Kendra is very passionate about what she does and she is fun to work with. It was worth the investment to bring peace, calm and more fun to our home. 10/10 recommend!

Barking Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Recall Separation anxiety Toileting

Wren B. | Lexington

November-20-2018 Bark busters rating

Our little Moose has pretty bad separation anxiety. He would follow us around the house like we're attached: we couldn't even take the trash outside without him crying and digging at the front door. When we would leave him in the crate to go to work or etc, he would cry the whole time(no matter how many hours) and dig and scratch to the point he started injuring himself. Of course we were starting to feel the stress from this, but we were more worried about Moose continuing to injure himself. That's when we found Bark Busters. We had ONE two hour session with Kendra and we saw results IMMEDIATELY! Moose is already so much more relaxed being by himself. And we use no punishment, treats, or clickers! It's honestly like magic! I would 10/10 recommend Bark busters to ANYONE!

Separation anxiety

Joe Dan R. | Lexington

June-22-2018 Bark busters rating

I highly recommend Barkbuster’s to anyone who wants to give their dog a fast track to successful family dynamics. While, to me, having a puppy is so overwhelming; Kendra put my family at ease when entering our home when meeting our dog for the first time. She took to our 13 year old son, and he looks forward in working with Kendra for direction on how to use different skills in making our dog respond in such positive ways. It’s so amazing how Kendra has shown how dog training can be so fun. Kendra is responsive, and has a true love for animals, as it shows. Thank you Kendra for training our our Dog. By the way, I don’t see how anyone could give Kendra under a 4 star rating after meeting her!

Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Toileting Other

Ginny T. | Lexington

February-08-2018 Bark busters rating

Our veterinarian recommended we get professional training for our dog. We were feeling very frustrated with his behavior and having no luck with our group classes. Our dog, Titus, is a 1.5 year old Goldendoodle with a lot of energy and intelligence. His energy (and now we know also his lack of education he understood) led to jumping, pulling on leash, listening IF he felt like, which was generally not often, never really coming when called and general across the board misbehaving. We were not really enjoying him the way we wanted. After Kendra educated us on how dogs think and communicate, we learned we were confusing him and he probably wasn't enjoying US as much as he could. LOL Now, we see the dog we knew he could be. Kendra was thorough, patient and walked us through each and every exercise with encouragement. She had our homework on a calendar for us to track, which was very helpful. She has been quick and cheerful in responding to our questions and never makes us feel that any question is a stupid question. We also enjoy the piece-of-mind knowing we have Bark Busters for Titus' life whenever we have a need. We like the fixed price and feel it was more than a worthwhile investment. Frankly, it came out cheaper than the series of group classes we tried with no real results. We are so happy and feel we are now bonding with our dog in a new and much better way. We highly recommend Kendra and the Bark Busters method. We only wish we had tried her sooner.

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Recall Other

Marcia M. | Lexington

December-05-2017 Bark busters rating

Wow! We just had our first session with Kendra. Amazing, a miracle, like going from hell to heaven. She showed us how to communicate with Riley. No punishment, treats or clickers. We're learning to speak dog. We know Riley loves us and is very smart. She has anxiety, barks, jumps on people and furniture, is terrible around other dogs and doesn't listen to us unless it suits her.....until today. With Kendra's help and expertise we have set out on the path to a calm and happy life with our puppy. Riley had a tough start to life. Her mother was killing the litter. She and her siblings were rescued when she was a week old. She was fostered by a wonderful young lady who bottle fed her. None the less, she has always been anxious and fearful of anything new. We went to another trainer who was recommended by our vet. It was a horrible experience. She walked in the door throwing treats at Riley and continued to do so for the entire session. She wouldn't touch Riley or get near her. We were told Riley was one of the worst cases she had ever seen and she needed to be on medication as soon as possible and probably for the rest of her life. Thank the good Lord and Greyhound we found Kendra and Bark Buster's. It is the difference between night and day. We are learning how to communicate with Riley and it's amazing!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Separation anxiety Other

Virginia T. | Lexington

November-02-2017 Bark busters rating

Oh my gosh...what a different dog I have now. My dog, Bob, was a bit of a mess. He had anxiety, was hyper, didn't listen even for treats and was following me around the home like we were Siamese Twins. I couldn't even shower without him digging at the door. Kendra taught me all about separation anxiety and why Bob was behaving like a clingy dog. It was all about how I was interacting with him and not communicating in a way he got. She also helped me get all of his problems in order. I couldn't believe that within 30 minutes - he was no longer jumping or charging the door or following as badly on my heels. Kendra was patient and thorough and very good at teaching me! She also was honest and explained that separation anxiety takes time to correct, but I have seen a mass difference in only 2 weeks. She has encouraged me and answered my questions quickly. This was really her teaching me more than Bob because I was the one that was messing him up. Thanks, Kendra, for your coming to my house to help me and continuing to help me with any questions. You are very good at your job.

Barking Digging Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety

Lexie Ann S. | Lexington

October-26-2017 Bark busters rating

We cannot thank Kendra enough. Our dog had so many issues we didn't know where to begin. With Kendra's thorough and kind guidance we have gotten Hughie to let go of his separation anxiety, which was a major problem. As a bonus, he no longer jumps, walks great, listens to us and looks to us for guidance. We are beyond grateful. We were such a mess and so confused, but Kendra took time to educate us and get us on track. She also was available anytime to answer questions and coach us. Hughie is relaxed and happy and so are we! We have already recommended Kendra to friends and highly recommend her to anybody needing help with their dog no matter how simple or complex. She changed our lives.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety Other

Victoria H. | Lexington

October-26-2017 Bark busters rating

Our veterinarian recommended Kendra when we went to him for help. Our dog, George, had some concerning issues as well as the fact that he just didn't listen to us. He would jump on us, guests and other dogs. He pulled horribly on the leash, which had injured me. He was demanding of our attention and a horrible beggar. He also refused to even do general obedience commands unless we had a treat and then it was 50/50. We were very frustrated. Within one session we saw a major difference because Kendra taught us how to think and speak like a dog. It was amazing. He is still a fun dog, but with good manners. And, now I can safely walk him. We like the lifetime support as we know we can ask questions and get help, as needed. Anytime we reach out to Kendra she gets right back with us and helps us get things straight. We are grateful, pleased and sing her praises. We have had two friends use her and she made US look good for giving the referral! Really our dog's behavior was the referral.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Sierra K. | Lexington

July-12-2017 Bark busters rating

Kendra was excellent. I liked the methods used because my dog responded and I didn't have to use treats or be mean with physical acts or equipment. Kendra was patient, thorough and made sure to answer all questions. I felt like I was a slow learner (not my dog), but Kendra was happy to give me lots of encouragement and work me through exercises until I felt comfortable. Carter and I now walk without him being aggressive and without me being a nervous wreck. He also no longer lunges to the front door or jumps. His overall behavior is markedly better no question. I recommend Kendra and Bark Busters to all dog owners willing to put in the work their dog needs. It was an investment in sanity!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

Patty B. | Lexington

April-10-2017 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. She was very detailed in her teaching and took her time coaching me step by step. I was harder to train than the dog...Paulie responded so quickly! She reassured me that I was doing good and made me feel confident. The more relaxed I got the more Paulie seemed better. She answers questions quickly and Paulie and me are doing great. We are much happier! Thank you Kendra for your kind help!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Sandra W. | Lexington

January-20-2017 Bark busters rating

Kendra was amazing. She clearly explained how we needed to communicate with Sasha like a dog would so that Sasha would understand us. It worked immediately. She guided us through each task such as sits and stays, no jumping, stopping her crazy barking, teaching Sasha to not run to the front door, walking without pulling, etc.. She was patient, encouraging and even interjected humor. Sasha truly seems happier now that she knows what we expect of her. We are definitely happier! And, the homework was clearly lined out for us on a calendar so very easy to follow. We would highly recommend Kendra without reservation. 100% pleased.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

B and B C. | Lexington

September-05-2016 Bark busters rating

We have already posted a testimonial or recommendation in regard to our original services and Kendra. She was awesome and then and cheered us on to success as we used her thorough plan she designed for us. We now face an unusual situation with our dog, Fletch, that is not even close to being in her responsibilities to us, but we asked her some questions and she has given and continues to give suggestions. She keeps thinking on it and trying to help us find a resource. She went above and beyond with what we hired her for and is now going above and beyond because that's what she does. She even called us today, on a HOLIDAY! This is why we love Kendra and Bark Busters. Thank you, Kendra, from the bottom of our hearts! You are the best. Fletch says thank you, too. Brianna and Bob Charles

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Charlene & David R. | Lexington

August-17-2016 Bark busters rating

Our dog, Mickey, the "Weiner dog" is 5 years old and we never got him completely housebroken. It had ruined our home. We are moving to a new home and knew it was now or never to get this right. Kendra laid out what she called a "proper plan" and told us we needed to follow it strictly. She said it wouldn't be "fun", but that we had to be vigilant. We are now six weeks later and Mickey is doing great. He now notifies us. We aren't letting our guard down, yet, as Kendra told us we need to slowly expand his space. He also no longer barks like crazy at who knows what. Our neighbors have made positive comments and brought us cookies and we weren't afraid they were poisoned. LOL! He isn't jumping on people and walks like a champ now with no more pulling! We will now move forward with putting down new carpet (we had old all torn out) and getting our home back to normal instead of organizing it around the dog! We can now get the home ready to list for sale. Best money ever spent on our home harmony! Kendra answered our questions after the lesson quickly and encouraged us as we stayed on course. She's the best!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Toileting Other

Pammy F. | Lexington

August-04-2016 Bark busters rating

Absolutely amazing. When we initially spoke to Kendra she explained they don't sell visits, they sell results. She wasn't kidding. We got results! Zoe and Fred's behavior was appalling. We honestly felt little hope after three courses of group training. Our family member used Bark Busters in Florida and politely recommended them when visiting after being jumped on and constantly bombarded by our dogs. Literally after ONE session our dogs are new dogs who no longer pull, jump, run to the door to bombard guests and they listen to us. Kendra was firm in letting us know that we had to do the homework to reinforce the results. We appreciated this because it would have been easy to slack off. She became our personal coach and trainer and held us accountable. She let us know to reach out immediately with questions and when we did, she answered quickly and thoroughly. The lifetime support, if we need more help in the future, gives us peace of mind. We recommend Kendra and Bark Busters without hesitation! We are happier owners and our dogs are happier dogs!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Lisa C. | Lexington

August-02-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very professional and fun. My dog, Sophie, is aggressive and also very shy and timid. Getting her to leave the house was a chore! Kendra was patient and explained what I needed to do differently to help Sophie. Our homework was clearly outlined and Kendra emphasized that we would move at Sophie's pace, which I appreciated. I also needed time to learn and am also caring for a parent so we need an individual approach. We have been working slowly and surely and Kendra is readily available whenever I have questions. She never pushes us to be ready for another session, but is supportive of the progress we make on our time. I am pleased with our progress. I would recommend Bark Busters for their approach, methods and results. I would recommend Kendra because she cares and is patient and never makes me feel bad that we may be slower than the average client. She respects me.

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling Recall Other

T and D M. | Lexington

July-28-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra helped explain the fact that dogs and humans think very differently and in order to train you must understand this. Kendra was very professional, friendly, knowledgeable. She was very helpful and knew how to best teach us according to not only our puppy's personality but our own, as well. Importance of homework was emphasized. Repetition and ingraining an idea in a puppy/dog is important for future behaviors. We would recommend Bark Busters because learning to communicate with our dog in a ways she understands is valuable.

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Recall Toileting Other

Loren C. | Lexington

July-27-2016 Bark busters rating

We felt we learned so much about how our dogs think and how our actions impact them. We felt very comfortable [with Kendra] we felt we could ask any questions that came to mind. She went over [homework] with us and explained how to do it effectively. She explained the importance [of practicing homework] and the importance of consistency. We recommend Bark Busters because we are very excited about the new better behaviors our dogs are showing!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Dan and Brian B. | Lexington

July-25-2016 Bark busters rating

We could not believe how quickly it helped us understand Max. Kendra provided with us with great homework and answered our follow up questions quickly. We recommend [Kendra] Bark Busters because anyone who has adopted a new dog needs to provide the best home possible for their new family member. Bark Busters taught us to be the best family for our new best friend. Thank you for helping us understand our dog and make our home better.

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling Other

Jen S. | Lexington

July-25-2016 Bark busters rating

Very thorough and knowledgeable. Excellent marks in all areas.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management

Gina W. | Georgetown

July-21-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent. We have seen a dramatic change in Porter and we just started training. I would highly recommend Bark Busters.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Other

K and DJ M. | Winchester

July-20-2016 Bark busters rating

Very informative [dog psychology education], easy to understand, made it easier to understand Sadie's behavior. Extremely easy to understand and follow. Kendra reviewed homework...made it easier to understand. She was clear on importance of us doing homework. No practice = no progress. We would absolutely recommend Kendra and Bark Busters we are very happy with our progress.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Recall Separation anxiety Other

M. C. | Lexington

July-18-2016 Bark busters rating

The dog psychology part was extremely important and Kendra explained it perfectly. Kendra was the greatest "knows it all!" Everything [about our homework plan] was clear and concise. She educated me on the importance of the homework. While it's a challenge to always do your homework, it's critical. The dog's behavior improves consistently. I would recommend Bark Busters because it works! We have a new, better behaved dog after 1 (one) session!!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

M. K. | Lexington

July-18-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks in all areas. We recommend Bark Busters - Kendra is a great trainer. The results speak for themselves! All dog owners should make this investment - it will make time with your pet much more enjoyable.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety Toileting

Emily S. | Lexington

July-08-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra used scenarios and explained the difference in the way dogs and humans think. Explained why current actions fueled his bad behaviors.. Kendra was very professional, friend, knowledgeable and had answers and solutions to help correct Oliver's actions and behaviors. We went over homework and practiced our daily plan and she went over "what ifs" to help with long term goals. Kendra explained the importance of doing daily homework. She explained why good habits help keep good behavior and prevent future trouble. I tell everyone I know how wonderful and how big of a difference Bark Busters has made in changing our life. We are very grateful to have Bark Busters in our life. We have a brand new dog!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Other

Cheryl S. | Lexington

July-06-2016 Bark busters rating

Best puppy training ever! Also, best adult dog training ever! Our puppy is off to a wonderful start and our adult dog's behaviors have been addressed so he doesn't teach the new dog bad behaviors. We love the approach of no treats or spanking or physical nonsense. By us learning to think like a dog we have a better understanding of the species! Kendra is awesome. Very patient,knows her business, professional and funny! She had us laughing, which made us relax as we learned a lot of new ways of doing things. We are sold!

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Recall Other

B and C K. | Berea

July-05-2016 Bark busters rating

[Kendra} was very well organized. Love the flip chart for good visuals, instead of simply being lectured to - we are visual learners. Kendra was very knowledgeable, personable and professional. She made us feel comfortable and showed great professionalism and knowledge of her field. She reviewed our daily homework and she answered a LOT of questions. She was always welcoming to any questions, as well. She educated us on the importance of doing the daily homework and we are doing it! We would recommend because she is very professional and very well educated. She showed complete calm and cool to us and our dog - not phased by anything our dog did. Very confident in her training to us. We were very satisfied with Bark Busters and Kendra. She taught us so much and we are already seeing results. Thank you!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Other

R S. | Lexington

June-02-2016 Bark busters rating

We LOVED Kendra right from the start. She listened to our concerns and immediately understood why our dog was having issues. She explained how dogs see things and then taught us how to teach our dog like a dog would. The education was pretty interesting. We saw our dog respond to us right away. It was AMAZING! We had been screaming, yelling, carrying on and using treats without any results. Within 10 minutes of using the way dogs speak Slater responded. Kendra was thorough and explained that it wasn't only about correcting the dog that we had act like a leader dog and have Slater's respect. We love that we Bark Busters doesn't use anything physical. Kendra didn't even want us pushing our dog down when he jumped. We highly recommend Kendra and Bark Busters. It was an investment but you get what you pay for! Plus, no only did we get results, but we got a kind, caring professional. We had also spent almost as much money going through different levels of group training and got no results and we had to pack the dog up and go to them. Now Slater actually seems relaxed and happy. THANK YOU, KENDRA!!!

Aggression Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Wendy I. | Lexington

April-28-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks on all aspects. I would recommend Bark Busters to friends and neighbors! With Kendra's expert input, I've made a significant mount of progress in few short hours - mor than I made in a month!

Pulling Other

Nicole K. | Nicholasville

April-26-2016 Bark busters rating

I would recommend Bark Busters because I saw results immediately! I love the natural approach to dog/human training. I was shocked at how well my dogs responded to the techniques I was taught.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Toileting Other

Brenda and Brian J. | Lexington

April-25-2016 Bark busters rating

Our Rottweilers were out of control and we were becoming concerned at taking them in public. They are only 5 months old, but they are big and scary to some people. The pulled on leash and carried on so horribly that we stopped walking them. They jumped on guests, didn't listen and had turned our household upside down. Within 10 minutes Kendra had our dogs responding to us! We were AMAZED! After the first session we followed our homework and by the 2nd session we were walking with two dogs that no longer pulled, barked or carried on. Our family (who will now come back over) have commented on the amazing difference. We thought it was either hopeless or would take months, but the turn around was shockingly quick. Now it's our job to keep consistent and be good dog parents. We LOVE Bark Busters and Kendra is kind, professional, personable and very patient. She is excellent at what she does! Money well spent!!!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Recall

Mary Ellen A. | Lexington

April-18-2016 Bark busters rating

I would recommend Bark Busters because understanding how canines think and act has been crucial to training my two puppies. With Kendra's teachings we saw immediate changes after her first visit, which we are reinforcing. We are so grateful to have found Kendra!

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Alan C. | Lexingto

April-08-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent in all areas! It's made a huge difference in our dog's behavior. We would recommend Bark Busters.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Sibling rivalry Other

Jean and Dave H. | Lexington

April-01-2016 Bark busters rating

Amazing results with our older dog after 1st session and one homework assignment. We would recommend to friends and neighbors.

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Nora A. | Versailles

March-30-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks in all areas. Bark Busters has the right approach for communicating with dogs and that is why we would recommend. Kendra demonstrated that she is knowledgeable and can teach humans to talk canine!

Barking Digging Hyperactivity Jumping up Puppy management Recall Other

Maggie Y. | Lexington

March-23-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra educated us on how canines think and act. Homework was outlined very easily. She very much educated us on the importance of doing the daily homework and consistency. We would recommend Bark Busters because we saw huge changes in our dog in one session. We have continued to apply training and we have a new dog.

Aggression Hyperactivity Pulling Recall Other

E. L. | Danville

March-11-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra personalized the educational discussion with applicable examples based upon the history and background I gave her. Hooked us in right away. Kendra is top notch! She left time for questions. She was in our home for three hours and never once did I feel rushed or that she as on a time schedule. She drove home that it's up to us [doing the homework]for success (with her support and professional guidance). Kendra has been wonderful already and the program is well structured, easy to follow and caters to our dogs as individuals. We are the pack leader in our home again. Now it's up to us to follow through. Kendra made me feel confident to do so.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Abby H. | Lexington

March-10-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks on all aspects. It was obvious Kendra liked what she did. And, her assurances to call or email anytime seemed genuine and helped put me at ease. It was helpful to see her demonstrate the techniques and explain what type of reactions from my dog are healthy even though I perceived some differently.

Barking Pulling Separation anxiety Other

Emily and Thomas H. | Lexington

March-07-2016 Bark busters rating

The educational illustrations were helpful and made sense. Kendra shared her experiences with similar dogs/families and really took in interest in the information I shared. She made sure I understood all the homework and techniques before moving on. Emphasis was placed on my role and how to carry out homework. All aspects of the program seem feasible, well researched and effective. My experience was positive. After only a few days of implementing the homework I am seeing a difference in my dog's behavior and feel confident carrying out the program.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety Other

Brian and Erica C. | Lexington

March-01-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra was awesome and helped make the learning experience fun. After one visit I feel like this type of training will work because it's learning communication instead of commands. Kendra made me feel very confident thaat what I have learned will work!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Sibling rivalry Other

Kinner P. | Lexington

February-29-2016 Bark busters rating

Highest marks.

Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Other

Angela and Jim S. | Lexington

February-19-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra thoroughly explained why a dog likely has separation anxiety and showed us exactly what we've been dong that has been making it worse. We learned so much and couldn't believe how much time Kendra spent with us going over everything. She reviewed our homework with us and answered all questions. The first lesson as a tremendous learning experience for us and our dog. Transformation started on day one and has been amazing. We still have a long way to go [with his anxiety], but seeing such an immediate response was great and learning all the things we've been doing that contribute to his behavior. Our eyes have been opened.

Barking Pulling Separation anxiety Other

Andreina and Jake F. | Lexington

February-18-2016 Bark busters rating

The education was extremely helpful and eye opening to the fact that we weren't communicating with Seger at all. Kendra was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. We felt prepared with our tasks at hand at the time our session was over. The daily [homework] calendar is very helpful. In almost two weeks, we've sen such in improvement in Seger's behavior.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Jessica and Ryan S. | Lexington

February-16-2016 Bark busters rating

Kendra is amazing! Kendra went over and above in answering questions. I can already see improvement in Queen after only one session!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Pulling Recall Other

Brooke W. | Lexington

February-01-2016 Bark busters rating

I believe all dogs/owners could benefit from this dog training. Looking forward to the future with Bentley and Bark Busters!

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Puppy management Recall Toileting

Mikah G. | Lexington

January-21-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks across the board. The program seems to be very effective!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety Other

Laura C. | Lexington

January-08-2016 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks. We would refer Kendra without a doubt. Kendra is extremely knowledgeable and highly skilled in all areas of our dogs training. We are 200% satisfied. She is professional to a "T"!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Toileting Other

Alexa O. | Lexington

November-06-2015 Bark busters rating

The training was very successful and our puppy Charlie responded immediately. Our therapist, Kendra, was knowledgeable and friendly. We discussed the issues we were experiencing and she gave us practical solutions that we could use right away. I look forward to working with her in the future and seeing continued progress and success with Charlie.

Barking Chewing Jumping up Puppy management

Ellen K. | Georgetown

November-04-2015 Bark busters rating

Appears to be the best training. My dog responded immediately to Kendra, actually I did, too.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Recall Other

Laurie D. | Lexington

November-03-2015 Bark busters rating

Scheduled us the next day (emergent need) and even skipped her lunch to work with us! Was respectful of our time. She was great with the dog!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

Karrie and John T. | Lexington

October-15-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra was amazing. She pointed out things that made so much sense, but we never thought about.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Toileting Other

Tamra L. | Lexington

October-09-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra was excellent. I learned some really interesting facts about dogs and their behaviors and why. She educated on the importance of reinforcement consistently. I would recommend Bark Busters - definitely. I really liked Kendra. She is very knowledgeable and shared personal experiences. I feel if I can do my part, this program will work.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Other

Theresa and Jack D. | Frankfort

September-22-2015 Bark busters rating

We noted immediately that Kendra knew how best to communicate with our pet, and us. Her intelligent and knowledgeable information has helped immensely.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Emily and Jason M. | Lexington

September-20-2015 Bark busters rating

Understanding how our dog thinks has cleared up a lot of questions for us and helped encourage us that we can increase our quality of life with our dog. Kendra was patient and listened to all of our stories and answered all of our questions. We can't wait to work with her more.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Recall

Claire and Matt H. | Lexington

September-01-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra was thorough and friendly throughout and very knowledgeable, personable and professional. We have already referred her!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Jane W. | Lexington

August-13-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent in all areas.

Jumping up Pulling Toileting Other

G. P. | Lexington

August-11-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra is very knowledgeable and she interacted with me and my dog well. Very interesting education. She stressed the importance of doing the homework and I have followed through. I am committed to making this work. Would recommend Bark Busters.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Toileting

Lindsay S. | Nicholasville

August-06-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent 5 star marks on all counts. Great results already and Kendra was great!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Toileting Other

Sarah L. | Lexington

July-23-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra keyed in to our behavioral problems and offered immediate solutions that worked then and now. Very pleased with the results.

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Toileting Other

Laura C. | Lexington

July-21-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra was excellent. We would highly recommend Bark Busters. Kendra was knowledgeable, kind and a great teacher. Alex was different (in a good way) within 24 hours!

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Puppy management Other

Tanya B. | Lexington

July-15-2015 Bark busters rating

Our therapist [Kendra] reviewed our daily homework plan and and all questions and it was very helpful! I would recommend Bark Busters [and Kendra] because they know what they are doing and are very knowledgeable, too! Only first day and we learned so much. We can not wait to continue this journey in helping our dog!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety Other

Tim P. | Lexington

July-15-2015 Bark busters rating

5 stars/excellent in all areas.

Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Recall Other

Lauren K. | Lexington

June-29-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent across all areas. It has only been a few days, but since implementing Bark Buster's methods, I'm already seeing a significant change in my dog. Kendra is awesome!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Toileting

Bonnie W. | Lexington

June-16-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks. I was very pleased with the time Kendra to to answer all of my questions and to address each issue {with twelve dogs].

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Other

Katrina M. | Lexington

June-16-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent! Kendra was very professional! She was prompt, friendly, and authoritative. We saw INSTANT results with our very large dog. With her help, there's not reason to break up our happy home.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

Lee J. | Lexington

June-04-2015 Bark busters rating

Their approach is positive and sound.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

G. P. | Lexington

June-01-2015 Bark busters rating

Highest marks in all areas. Liked gaining the knowledge because knowledge brings results. I am seeing great improvement.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

Janet G. | Lexington

May-29-2015 Bark busters rating

The BEST INVESTMENT I could have ever made in my dog! Constant support, intuitive training, effective programs. Don't let the price tag scare you away, with Kendra's expert tactics and proven advice, this is the best investment in ensuring you have a happy and loving puppy for years! I sought out Bark Busters after I adopted my dog (7 months old at the time) from the local humane society. As he had been a stray for who knows how long, he had many reactive tendencies & occasional (& unpredictable) aggressive actions; the local PetSmart training classes weren't cutting it, website tips weren't working, and treat training was less than effective. It wasn't until I reached out to Kendra & started my dog on the Bark Busters approach that I finally saw dramatic improvements in his behavior and train-ability! With Bark Busters, you are taught how to communicate in a 'language' your dog instinctively understands rather than trying to train your dog how to understand english. I started to see improvements in the first session and a well-behaved version of my dog after only 2 months! I want to emphasize the biggest benefit of working with Kendra: constant training support!! Kendra has, without fail, responded to every question or training issue I have sought advice from her on with the utmost patience, thorough detail, and effective output. At the end of the day, your dog's training can only be as effective as the effort YOU put in as an owner. The Bark Busters program is the only program I have found that educates the owner and gives the support and tools needed for a successful training experience!

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Recall Other

Salvador D. | Lexington

May-29-2015 Bark busters rating

Our dog, Bella, had significant aggression toward both dogs and humans. We thought we would have to have her put down. Our friend who used Kendra and Bark Busters told us to give her a try. She was very blunt with us that we had to be willing to do some hard work, but that we could get Bella to a better spot. She also taught us management techniques to keep Bella and those around her safe. She showed us how to work with Bella to get her relaxed and looking to us. We are seeing a marked difference in her response to dogs and people. We may still need to manage her in certain situations, but that is okay. As Kendra explained certain dogs are not cut out to be in every type of situation. But, we can walk her without her lunging and trying to "attack" and we have much better control. We also understand her better as a dog. We cannot thank Kendra enough for her patience, support and expertise.

Aggression Jumping up Pulling Other

Valerie P. | Lexington

May-29-2015 Bark busters rating

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We have been blown away by how Kendra and the Bark Buster method has changed our dog's life and our life for the better. Our one year old male Rottweiler, had some pretty obnoxious behavior. We were at our wit's end. We didn't think he could be helped. Kendra taught us to interact and communicate with Bob in a way that he understood. It makes sense. Dogs don't speak English! We learned that they have their own way educating. As Kendra explained, in a dog pack the communication is clear, the rules are clear and there isn't any chaos. We needed to remove the chaos. Literally within less than one hour we had our dog listening, looking to us, walking by us instead of pulling, thinking twice before jumping and also not being a jackass at the front door. As far as we are concerned it's a miracle. And, we didn't use treats or have to physically punish him in any way. Kendra made it very clear that we must stay consistent and put in the work to get continued results and that she expects her clients to do be committed to doing the homework in order to be taken on as a client. She laid out a clear plan for us to follow. We did our work and we got the results. When we had questions, Kendra was quick to answer and very clear on her instructions. She was also very patient and encouraging. We did our part and she did hers, as promised. Our friends who recommended Kendra after using her get a steak dinner! Kendra gets our eternal gratitude.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Jill B. | Lexington

May-28-2015 Bark busters rating

Kendra was great! Very insightful. She allowed us to open our minds to help our dog behave.

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling Other

Ed and Mary Lou B. | Winchester

May-25-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent - 5 stars. We had tried training before and got no where. We were amazed at Kendra's training of Belle and her reaction. We have only been doing our homework for a short time, but the difference is AMAZING! Thank you!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Recall Other

Ryan G. | Lexington

May-19-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent! Kendra is truly an expert when it comes to communicating with and training dogs. Very personable and professional. She is very thorough. Kendra is great! She's very supportive and she treats our dog like he is her own. Well worth the money!

Barking Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Recall

Callie S. | Nicholasville

May-16-2015 Bark busters rating

After meeting with Kendra I felt like I understood why my dog was doing what she was doing. I also understood why I needed to do what I needed to teach her. I wasn't just given instructions without understanding the theory. After only a few days of doing our initial homework, I saw my puppy improving.

Chewing Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Toileting

Linda M. | Nicholasville

May-16-2015 Bark busters rating

So great! Really no words to describe the results!

Barking Digging Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Sibling rivalry Other

Rhonda B. | Lexington

May-08-2015 Bark busters rating

Excellent. She [Kendra] is very professional and thorough.

Barking Jumping up Pulling Other

Jeven M. | Lexington

April-29-2015 Bark busters rating

I was very impressed! Kendra is extremely knowledgeable, personable and professional. She was very thorough. Very happy.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Sibling rivalry Other

M. K. | Lexington

December-18-2014 Bark busters rating

It was important to understand how dogs think and communicate and Kendra was excellent at explaining it. I loved Kendra's personality and knowledge and look forward to continuing or work together! She [Kendra] impressed upon me the the importance of constant reinforcement [of the methods/educations]. I would refer Kendra in a heartbeat! Kendra was amazing and made me feel like I could take back control of my dogs and house.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Marci K. | Lexington

November-20-2014 Bark busters rating

It was important to understand how dogs think and communicate and Kendra was excellent at explaining it. I loved Kendra's personality and knowledge and look forward to continuing or work together! She [Kendra] impressed upon me the the importance of constant reinforcement [of the methods/educations]. I would refer Kendra in a heartbeat! Kendra was amazing and made me feel like I could take back control of my dogs and house.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

E. Y. | Lexington

November-19-2014 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very thorough and she was constantly reinforcing the information. I appreciated that. She was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and also very encouraging. I appreciate that there is a [homework]chart to keep track of training. I understand the importance of practicing every day - she was very sure to reinforce that! I would recommend Kendra because she was patient, knowledgeable and praising.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Other

Vicky M. | Lexington

November-03-2014 Bark busters rating

I can't believe the amount of improvement in his behavior after the first session. This methodology establishes my leadership position without demeaning the dog. Woody is challenged by it and likes the structure.

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Puppy management Other

Kelly and Tanner M. | Lexington

October-02-2014 Bark busters rating

Everything [in the canine educational discussion] was so interesting and made so much sense! Explained a lot of Mocha's behavior. Kendra was extremely knowledgeable and professional, also friendly! She made it fun. Kendra made sure we knew we could contact her with as many questions as we need to. [The importance of homework] makes so much sense. We need to make permanent changes and education is ongoing. We saw an immediate difference in Mocha. We are much more confident in what steps we need to take with her. Kendra is awesome!

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety

Erica P. | Lexington

October-01-2014 Bark busters rating

I saw immediate results with my English Mastiff. I had been training her wrong all along. Kendra helped us so much. Excellent marks in all categories.

Aggression Barking Pulling Other

Allison S. | Lexington

September-17-2014 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very helpful and patient with me as well as my dogs as we both adjust to the training. The program is very detailed with ways to train your dog AND thing you as their leader can do to ensure lasting behavioral changes. Excellent scores in all areas.

Aggression Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling
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Rebecca C. | Cartersville

September-15-2014 Bark busters rating

I was able to ask for assistance with my dogs... the breeds are quite strong - Am Bully & Pit Bull. We have had the Bully since a pup and the Pit was a rescue.... the bully likes to pull when walking, was able to get the assistance needed to make our walks so much more enjoyable. The Pit was like an unruly three year old child... what a difference this method of training did for her... within minutes she quit pulling/dragging me and walked calmly beside me. I am so pleased with this and will recommend this to anyone looking. Thank you, Kendra!!!

Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling

Ashley H. | Lexington

August-28-2014 Bark busters rating

For a first time dog owner I found it very educational!

Barking Hyperactivity Jumping up Pulling Separation anxiety

Bob and Donna M. | Lexington

August-21-2014 Bark busters rating

Informative and good presentation [on how canines think]. Felt very comfortable with Kendra.

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling

Scott and Jennifer S. | Lexington

August-15-2014 Bark busters rating

I was so surprised to see all that we were doing wrong and now with such simple modifications, we could make all of our lives easier. Kendra is a miracle worker. She told us how to correct Samson's behavior and what we could expect from him in the coming weeks. She was spot on!

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling

Allison H. | Lexington

August-10-2014 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very easy to talk to. I could tell a difference in Charlie right away!

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling

Katie W. | Lexington

July-30-2014 Bark busters rating

I have seen immediate results. Kendra is very helpful and is great at explaining things.

Aggression Barking Jumping up Other

Sandy and Carl H. | Lexington

July-21-2014 Bark busters rating

Excellent marks.

Puppy management

Erin B. | Lexington

July-15-2014 Bark busters rating

She [Kendra] was wonderful at answering all of my questions and explained everything.

Chewing Pulling Puppy management Toileting Other

Diana H. | Lexington

July-09-2014 Bark busters rating

Very important information was covered in the educational discussion. Kendra was knowledgeable, personable and professional. It's a relief to know that she is available for follow up visits and support. Kendra reviewed homework clearly and encouraged us to contact her if any questions arise. Kendra made it clear that without the completion of daily homework the training will not be successful. We would recommend Bark Busters and Kendra because we saw improvements in Nina's behavior just in the first session. Looking forward to seeing improvement throughout the training. THANK YOU!

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling Recall Other

Courtney B. | Lexington

July-07-2014 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very nice and knowledgeable. She continue to answer further questions very fast by phone! I would recommend Bark Busters [and Kendra] because she is knowledgeable and [company offers] life-of-dog support.

Barking Separation anxiety Other

Katie and Sam P. | Lexington

July-02-2014 Bark busters rating

Kendra was very thorough and ensured we understood before moving on to next educational subject. She was very professional without being condescending and she explained our homework and how to perform it. Kendra made sure we understood consistency is key. This program has been incredibly effective in a very short amount of time.

Aggression Barking Jumping up Pulling Other