Bark Busters Lake Norman

This is your sign to hire Diane and John ASAP. We have had ONE session with our German Shepard mix and its amazing at how much she has changed in only 2 weeks! If only we had sought out training years ago. Our lives have changed for the better and I cant thank Diane and John enough. They are thorough and kind. They really help you understand the why of what youre doing and how to really understand what does through your dogs mind. I cant wait for our next session!
Oct 26th, 2021

John and Diane are amazing! After an awful experience with another dog trainer, we were very hesitant to try another service, especially one where we have to pay up front. All I have to say is if you hire Bark Busters Lake Norman, you won't be disappointed! After 2 weeks of working with our pups, they are like different dogs. Their reactivity to other dogs, barking, and other behavioral issues are getting better each day! Their system is so simple, yet effective! Its based on establishing yourself as the leader of the pack, and your dogs immediately respond. We are just getting started with John and Diane, but I am confident that we'll continue to make progress. Thank you both for providing your services!
Oct 24th, 2021

Our 1.5 year old Springer Spaniel started to show owner-directed aggression towards us, and after seeing a veterinary behaviorist (which didn't help at all), we went to Diane and John. We are so grateful we did! Diane talked with me for a while on the phone, and then we had a 3 hour initial meeting. They explained dog behavior to me and gave us resources like a harness and spray bottle to correct his bad behavior. After working with them for a few sessions and being consistent, our dog has shown so much progress! Whenever he was having a bad incident of aggression, Diane was always available via text or phone call and would guide me through what to do. They really care and are there for you! We are so grateful for Diane and John and recommend them to anyone looking for a trainer.
Oct 2nd, 2021

Today marks our 3 month anniversary of being trained by Diane and John. I say us because it is my husband and myself that are being trained. We then train our dog according to the Bark Busters philosophy and methods. I have restrained myself from writing a review because I wanted to see where we would be in 3 months, regarding a well-trained pup. There is no doubt the reviews for Bark Busters Lake Norman are impressive, but I notice most are made after the initial miracle session, which we definitely also experienced. Tedi was 4 months old when we had our first training session. The difference after that one session was remarkable but you must keep up with the training in order for it to become engrained. We love the Bark Busters method because it is neither reward- nor punishment-based. It is behavioral and it makes so much sense. Add on the fact that John and Diane are superb trainers with great observational skills and you will have a well trained dog if you are willing to do the work with your dog. Diane and John are also well versed in regards to toys, safety, nutrition, socialization, and more. We have learned so much from them and in 3 short months and continue to learn as our sessions progress. Although not as frequent now, we know they are there for us when we need them either in person with an appointment or suggestions from afar. Tedi amazes our friends who visit with her attention and obedience. And she is a very happy dog. Thank you John, Diane, and Bark Busters! We continue to progress and be impresssed.
Jul 28th, 2021

Amazing experience, we have a dog and 2 cats that we thought would never get along. Diane and John did a wonderful job teaching us techniques so our dog wouldn't chase the cast and they can all get used to each other. we also have a newborn and the techniques they showed us were perfect so the dog would behave around our son.
Apr 2nd, 2021