what dog owners say about Tina Edwards
Dog Training & Behavioral Therapist
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17th February 2013
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As soon as Tina began some practical sessions with us Herbie began to respond straight away. I was surprised to see how quickly he showed improvements in his behaviour from subtle changes in ours. He's transforming into so much more of a pleasure to have and I can't recommend Tina enough. She responds quickly to any queries I have and revisited when we were struggling. I am now confident Herbie's issues are well on the road to recovery whereas before we met Tina I was constantly worrying about his welfare. Thank you so much!
The cutest young Miniature Dachshund, a little shy and who was getting stressed when left, even for short periods. Consequently the owners were concerned for him and for the neighbours as he has a very high pitched bark!! I showed them that treating him like a human baby was part of the problem and that by giving him the security of good food and calm strong pack leadership would help him to feel secure. We worked on changing various scenarios, like getting ready to leave, and got him happy to be in his crate for short periods and although no 100% yet, we are well on the way to ensuring that he is a happy, confident relaxed dog.
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Ramsgate, Kent (Testimonial)
7th February 2013
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I was very happy with what I have learned so far. I look forward to putting it into practice.
A lovely young Dogue to Bordeaux of 6 months. Pretty laid back, but like all pups, needing an education and how not to pull her owner over on the streets! Lots of general obedience work was started and controls around doors and visitors went really well. We then carried on outside with some leadwork and I coached her owner how to show and guide her into walking on a loose lead. I am looking forward to seeing the progress in a few weeks time.
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Tonbridge, Kent (Testimonial)
4th February 2013
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Tina has been very helpful and understanding with Hubble. The techniques used are very easy to follow and he seems to be responding well.
Hubble is a lovely young Weimaraner, who is a little anxious in some situations, having relied upon an older dog until recently. He has been toileting in the house and showing some fear aggression to visitors, but is now calming down and relying on his owners to show and guide him into more acceptable behaviour.
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Burwash Common, East Sussex (Testimonial)
24th January 2013
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I only met with Tina the one time for the initial consultation and thoroughly enjoyed it. She was very helpful and natural with the dogs and easy to work with. I was intending to do the full year but on reflection I didn't think I was going to be able to put in the required time for 3 dogs so didn't pursue any further training sessions. The biggest change for us is the dogs are on a raw diet and seem to be enjoying the variation in food and textures. They also have lots of energy and are responding well to the refocusing sound when needed.
Three little dogs who having moved to a larger house had started toileting and one had some issues with recall and wanting to go off hunting! I showed their owner various fun training and made suggestions about their sleeping arrangements to help them feel safer in the large area at night and when they were left. Great dogs who responded really well.
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Westerham, Kent (Testimonial)
24th January 2013
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We thoroughly enjoyed our session, we found it informative, helpful, very interesting and we saw some immediate responses from our dogs. We realise we have a lot of work to do, but feel very hopeful that we can now achieve the result we want;solely due to the guidlines we have been given. Tina was very personable, we took to her immediately and felt very much that we were "in this together". We will definitely recommend her and Bark Busters to anyone with a dog behavioural problem.
I saw this couple with their two dogs shortly before Christmas. There were a variety of behaviours that they wanted help with. I got mobbed when I arrived, very excitable and jumping up, and very attention seeking, so I started by assessing the reasons for all the unwanted behaviours, explained how and what we would be doing and got down to some practical work. Both dogs responded very well and the owner understood that commitment and consistency in carrying out daily training was the only answer to the the boys to respond. I am looking forward to my next visit to see the results myself!
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Dover, Kent (Testimonial)
19th January 2013
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Tina managed to quickly identify the problems with Charlie and put together a training programme to suit. Charlie was reacting to the training even before Tina left and has made steady progress since, still has a way to go yet but we are impressed with progress in such a short period of time. We have changed his diet as per recommendation and he seems to be fuller for longer and generally more satisfied. We found Tina's instructions to be easy to follow and enjoyable for Charlie, many thanks!
Charlie is a lively young Jack Russell. His owners found out from neighbours that he was barking, sometime for hours, when he was left. I coached his owners how to get him to stop barking, by setting up training sessions - being proactive and ready, rather than reactive and getting timing wrong. Provided his owners are calm and consistent with the training programme, they will have a much happier dog who can be left without upsetting the neighbours!
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Dymchurch, Kent (Testimonial)
17th January 2013
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Tina is an amazing trainer, she makes it so simple and understandable. She makes the dogs and owners feel at ease and has a wealth of knowledge. I would recommend her to all potential and current dog owners
I worked with this client 4 years ago to help her with her very dependant Retriever x, she has now rescued and young female Springer Spaniel who having had a poor start is a little anxious. A very sweet pair of dogs who get on really well. The owner has taken on board all the training techniques and is making great strides to having two very happy relaxed and responsive dogs.
Permalink: www.barkbusters.co.uk/dog-training-review/4206
West Kingsdown, Kent (Testimonial)
17th January 2013
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I found the training session very useful, particularly regarding crate. Magpie is now very happy to spend time in her newly recommended smaller crate. She is also happy to give up her toy/ball during play using the "drop it" command.
A very cute Border Terrier pup who hasn't yet fully understood toilet training and has been doing the "usual" puppy stuff, ragging trousers, jumping up etc. I suggested that the crate was made smaller inside by dividing it so that she had a smaller space and wouldn't want to toilet on her bed and that has helped her to control her toileting. I explained other ways to encourage her to want to get to the garden to speed up toilet training. I showed her owners how to prevent naughty behaviour in controlled situations making sure she didn't get bored and enjoyed the training as a game to get the reward of lots of praise and cuddles.
Permalink: www.barkbusters.co.uk/dog-training-review/4211
Tunbridge Wells, Kent (Testimonial)
15th January 2013
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I had a problem with Dexter barking while he was on his own when everyone was at work. This was causing a nuisance to my neighbours & I had to do something about it or fall out with them. After trying the citronella & sonic anti bark collars, these only worked for a few days, I looked on the internet for a solution. Bark Busters was one of the main sites to appear & after reading the reviews of the different trainers in my area I decided to go with Tina. This was purely based on reviews about her successes with previous cases. Tina soon found the cause of Dexter's barking & initiated a training plan. This was demonstrated to us & believe it or not there was a significant improvement in Dexter's behaviour during the time Tina spent with us. Tina left us with a training plan to continue with & so far over the past two months my neighbours have said that Dexter's barking has improved to only an occasional one now & again. Overall I am very pleased with Tina & her training methods, it may sound expensive but is definitely worth it if you love your pet.
Dexter was a worried boy-the owners set up a web cam to check on his behaviour when they were out and found he was quite distressed. I first worked with them to show him that barking was unwanted in various circumstances that they could control, like desensitising him to the door bell. We then looked at various places where he could settle, it can take time to find the right regime, but within a week the right one for Dexter was found. Great news for him, his owners and the neighbours!
Permalink: www.barkbusters.co.uk/dog-training-review/4203
Dorking, Surrey (Testimonial)
14th January 2013
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Really informative and surprisingly simple. I wish we had started the training from a puppy (we will do when we have another dog!). The training is a commitment but well worth the time spent. People keep commenting that we have a "new Rusty".
Rusty had problems with being left and also had some nervous aggression towards some people. As the owner lives and works in a boarding school, this presented quite an issue. Rusty is a lovely boy, but had come to believe that he had to control every thing and everyone, so was pretty much exhausted by his very big job!! I showed the owners how to take decisions away from him using natural methods of communication that he found easy to understand and respond to. As his owner says, commitment and consistency gets results!
Permalink: www.barkbusters.co.uk/dog-training-review/4202
Ramsgate, Kent (Testimonial)
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