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    4.8 (21 reviews)
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    Nessie and max

    Eric is the go to guy to help you communicate and understand your dog entirely. He understands dogs and their behavior better than anyone ive ever met so I highly recommend him if you want to build the best relationship you can with your dog. My dog was pulling on the leash like crazy and reactive on walks to any dog she didn't know and after she met Eric all of that went away immediately because she respected him. I needed to be trained not my dog and he taught me everything I needed to learn to have full control of her in any situation, which made Nessie a much happier dog because she now has boundaries and limitations and isn't the one calling the shots.

    Laurie S.

    Eric was absolutely amazing! We adopted a dog who lived on the streets of Puerto Rico. She was scared of everything and never knew love. Then once she got it from us she was very protective and became a "guard dog" which is not what we wanted. Eric helped change her behavior and worked closely with us to help Nina. It was done in our home which was critical. Eric is a professional and we will forever be grateful!

    Eric has been amazing working with my two Yorkies. He has done a phenomenal job. I honestly don't think I could've done it without him. He started working with my newest Yorkie at 10 1/2 week old. As long as you're consistent with following the things that he has taught you then you will have great success with your dogs like we have with ours. If anybody is looking for somebody to train their dog, definitely use him. One of the best part is that he comes to you. Very professional.

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    Eric is the best! He helped my dog with separation anxiety, and he gave me so many smart, easy-to-implement ideas. Thanks, Eric!

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    We would recommend Eric one million times over to any one looking for help with their fur babies.

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    Life-Changing Dog Training--Seriously!…read more I waited a full month before writing this review because I wanted to be sure the changes we saw weren't just a fluke. Now, I can confidently say: Patrick and the Bark Busters program are nothing short of incredible. If you read nothing else--just know this: Patrick is the real deal. From the moment he stepped into our home, everything started to shift. He gave us tools, guidance, and insight that immediately began to transform our household. And here's the critical takeaway: Patrick will show you the way--but you have to do the work. There's no shortcut, no magic wand. The key is consistency. You'll be amazed at what you and your dog can accomplish with daily, intentional effort. If you're struggling--whether your dog is a puppy or a seasoned adult--pick up the phone and call Patrick. We have two Labrador Retrievers: one is 3 years old, the other just 8 months. We thought our older dog was well-behaved because he was calm... until we learned what calm really means. Meanwhile, our puppy was an adorable whirlwind--jumping, barking at the door, and definitely not ready to meet his older sibling. We knew we needed help, and fast. Enter Patrick. In just minutes, he had us "speaking dog." No gimmicks, no harsh discipline--just firm, clear leadership. Our puppy's behavior began to shift before our eyes. By the end of that first session, we were stunned. We felt more confident. The house felt calmer. The dogs were listening. Now, don't get me wrong--this isn't passive training. There's homework, every single day. In fact, every interaction becomes part of the training. But it's worth it. The results speak for themselves. And Patrick is always just a call or text away for support, clarification, or encouragement. One month in, and we have a completely different experience with our dogs. The puppy and the older dog are now peacefully coexisting--playing, lounging, and even responding calmly to the doorbell. We've established boundaries, learned to lead with confidence, and--maybe most surprisingly--realized our older dog wasn't quite the angel we thought. (Thanks, Patrick, for gently pointing that out in your follow-up visit!) Our new mission: bulletproof recall and calm, confident behavior in public. And thanks to Patrick, we're well on our way. If you're thinking about reaching out--stop thinking and just do it. Bark Busters and Patrick have given us tools that truly work, and a better relationship with our dogs. Whatever challenge you're facing, I honestly believe they can help.

    Stay away from this dog training company! I contacted Bark Busters and set up an initial visit…read more This cost $300 whether or not you decide to use their service. I was scheduled with Patrick at the end of June. Due to their schedule I had to book it a month later. Well, Patrick came to my home. He is a very nice man, who thought he was the end all to training. Okay, I listened, he started out with the owner has to be the alpha dog. He actually said that dogs do not understand when we speak to them all they understand is "BARK". He claims that's how the converse with other dogs and this how we need to converse with them. I disagreed. I could believe this man and how he became a trainer. Anyone who has a dog knows they understand us. Patrick stated all I have to do was say "BARK at a normal voice and if they do not listen to say "BARK!!!" using a deep, strong, loud voice. I continued to disagree with him. Patrick stated we should part ways. I believe I should get my fee of $300 back. Especially since he would not offer their services. Patrick offered to send me some videos to help me with corrective training. I never received them. Oh by the way, Patrick stated he is the number one dog trainer in the area. He has a website don't remember the site but just put in search engine Patrick Dog Busters. I am amazed that this company is still in business and anyone would use them. Hoping they return will my deposit due to how ridiculous the initial visit, what a joke.

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