Bark Busters Home Dog Training Northern Colorado

26/04/2025

🐶👧🐾 Happy National Kids & Pets Day! 🐾👦🐱

There’s nothing sweeter than the bond between a child and their furry best friend! 💛 Whether it’s playing in the yard, snuggling on the couch, or sharing snack time (we see you, sneaky pups! 🥨 😂), pets teach kids about love, responsibility, and endless fun.

🐾 Why Kids & Pets Make the Best Team:
✔️ Built-in Best Friends – Always there for cuddles & adventures! 🏃‍♂️🐕
✔️ Little Trainers in the Making – Teaching sit, stay, and fetch help with responsibility. 🍖
✔️ Pure Love & Laughter – Because nothing beats giggles and wagging tails! ❤️🐾
At Bark Busters, we help families create happy, safe, and well-mannered pets—so kids & pups can grow up together in harmony!

📸 Drop a pic of your kid & pet duo below! Let’s celebrate these amazing friendships! 🐶👶🐾

22/04/2025

When was the last time you took inventory of you and your pup's impact on the planet? 🌎 Click the link to discover some of our tips on being a more sustainable pet owner! 💚

Discover simple, sustainable tips for responsible pet ownership and making eco-friendly choices that benefit both your pup and the planet.

18/04/2025

Unfortunately, children make up the disproportionate amount of people bitten by dogs each year.

Many of these dog bites are preventable with one simple safety tip: 🚫 NEVER leave young children or babies unsupervised with a dog. Ever.

17/04/2025

Remember, just like humans, not all dogs feel comfortable being joyfully greeted!

Dogs primarily communicate via body language and voice tones. In turn, our body language is always communicating when we meet a dog.

Calm, respective energy allowing a dog to approach you, sniff, while you remain still allows dogs to feel safer.

16/04/2025

There is no dog breed immune to biting. And no breed inherently dangerous.

Dog bites are about situations, not stereotypes.
Instead of focusing on breed, we focus on:
✔️ Behavior
✔️ Early intervention
✔️ Owner responsibility
✔️ Proper training & communication

📣 Breed-specific laws don’t prevent bites—but education and compassion do.

Let’s advocate for safer communities built on understanding, not fear. 🐕

14/04/2025

Dog bite prevention starts before there’s ever a problem. Dogs thrive when they understand what’s expected—and feel secure in their environment.

🧡 Early socialization
🧡 Calm, consistent training
🧡 Boundaries that build trust
🧡 A safe, loving home

Bark Busters teaches you to train in a language your dog understands—so your dog learns to feel confident, not confused. When dogs know how to navigate the world safely, biting becomes less likely. And the bond? Even stronger. 🐶

13/04/2025

National Dog Bite Prevention Week is the second full week of April each year.

Americans share a deep love for dogs - nearly 90 million dogs call the U.S. home. They are loyal companions, playmates, and cherished members of the family. However, despite their widespread affection, dogs can still bite.

The good news is that most dog bites are preventable. With responsible pet ownership, education, and awareness - particularly around children, who are most often bitten - we can significantly reduce the risk of dog bites.

Follow us this week to learn more about dog bite prevention.

13/04/2025

Did you know? Around 20% of dog owners report struggling with destructive behaviors like chewing, digging, or tearing things up?

But here’s the thing — dogs aren’t destroying your shoes because they’re “naughty” or “spiteful.” Most of the time, destructive behavior is simply their way of saying:
• “I’m bored!”
• “I’m anxious!”
• “I have too much energy!”

Dogs need both mental and physical stimulation to stay happy and calm. Without it, they’ll find their own “fun” — and it usually involves your furniture!
📷 Quick Tips to Curb Destructive Behavior:
• Provide structured walks and playtime to burn off energy.
• Rotate toys to keep things interesting.
• Use training exercises to challenge their brain.
• Create a calm environment with clear boundaries.

Still struggling? You’re not alone! Bark Busters is here to help you get to the root of the behavior and restore peace in your home.

Reach out today — let’s turn destruction into good behavior!

10/04/2025

It's National Hug Your Hound Day! But before you go off giving your pup a big bear hug, it's important to know that not all dogs like hugs 🤯 It may feel dominant or assertive to them, causing them to feel restrained or anxious. Especially if you have a reactive dog or a dog that struggles with aggression, you'll want to explore a few other ways to show your dog some love this holiday 🥰 👇

Learn how to show your dog affection without creating bad habits or miscommunicating!

08/04/2025

With Bark Busters, we don’t use prong or shock collars to elicit a behavior. Practicing our unique methods makes new behaviors permanent!
https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training/fortcollins-colorado/?utm_source=GMBListing&utm_medium=WebsiteClicks&utm_campaign=4-01-011

03/04/2025

Look, nobody wants to be out walking and dodging doggie 💩 landmines, you know what I mean?!

It’s International Pooper Scooper Week, and although it’s not glamorous, it’s important to pick up your pet’s p**p. Animal waste has pathogens that are harmful to both humans and pets. Dog p**p can contain bacteria and parasites, which spread into the water supply if left.
Even consider using recycled or compostable bags ♻️ as a more sustainable option than traditional plastic bags. They reduce reliance on new plastic production and minimize waste sent to landfills or incineration. 🌎

01/04/2025

Listen, hoomans… I saw you swap the sugar for salt in your coffee ☕🤢. I watched you tape that fake spider to the wall 🕷️ (not cool). But when you pretended to throw the ball and didn’t… THAT was just mean. 😭🎾💔
The joke’s on you, though—I still got treats for being cute. 🍖😏
Happy April Drools Day to all my fellow pups! Hope your hoomans don’t trick you out of belly rubs today! 🐾🐕💛

30/03/2025

🚶‍♂️🌳 Happy Take a Walk in the Park Day! 🌳🐶
Today is the perfect excuse to grab your leash, lace up your sneakers, and let your dog sniff every. single. blade. of. grass. 😆🐾

Walking isn’t just about exercise—it’s about adventure! 🦴✨ Whether your pup is a professional squirrel chaser, a puddle enthusiast, or a stop-and-sniff connoisseur, a good walk keeps tails wagging and zoomies under control. (Well… mostly. 😜)

Need help making your walks less of a tug-of-war match? We can teach your dog to walk politely—no arm dislocations are required!
https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training/fortcollins-colorado/?utm_source=GMBListing&utm_medium=WebsiteClicks&utm_campaign=4-01-011

27/03/2025

🐶🎉 Happy National Terrier Day! 🎉🐶
Terriers: small but MIGHTY. 💪 These little dynamos were literally born to dig, chase, and outsmart their humans on a daily basis. One second, they’re snuggling in your lap, and the next—BOOM!—they’ve tunneled halfway to China or are leading the neighborhood bark choir. 🎤🐾

Let’s be real—owning a terrier is like living with a tiny CEO who refuses to take orders. 😆 But that’s where Bark Busters comes in!
✅ Tired of your terrier thinking they run the house? (Spoiler: They think they do.)
✅ Want to stop the constant barking before your neighbors move out? 🚪🏃‍♂️
✅ Need help convincing them that your rules actually matter?

We got you. Terriers are smart, but with the right training, they can be well-behaved and still keep their feisty charm. 😉 https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training/fortcollins-colorado/?utm_source=GMBListing&utm_medium=WebsiteClicks&utm_campaign=4-01-011

25/03/2025

Your dog isn’t ‘stubborn’—you’re just speaking the wrong language. 🤷‍♂️ If someone gave you directions in Klingon 🖖 , you’d be confused too. Dogs thrive on clear, consistent communication—not bribes or yelling. Ready to speak fluent dog? Contact Bark Busters today so you can both get on the same page 👏 https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training/fortcollins-colorado/?utm_source=GMBListing&utm_medium=WebsiteClicks&utm_campaign=4-01-011

23/03/2025

🐶🎉 Happy National Puppy Day! 🎉🐶
Ah, puppies. They’re cute, they’re cuddly, and they somehow turn your house into a crime scene in under 10 minutes. 🤦‍♂️🐾
One minute, they’re snuggling in your lap. The next? They’ve turned your favorite shoes into modern art, dug a hole to Narnia in your backyard, and decided your couch is their personal chew toy. (RIP to all the lost remotes. 📺🦷)
But here’s the thing—your puppy isn’t bad, they’re just… a tiny tornado of curiosity with zero life skills. And that’s where your Bark Busters dog trainer comes in! 🦸‍♂️🐕

✅ Stop the jumping before they take out your grandma
✅ Teach them that not everything is edible (looking at you, sock thieves)
✅ Help you survive the "cute but chaotic" phase without losing your mind

So, if your puppy is running your house like a tiny, fluffy dictator—don’t worry, we got you. 💪 Do you have a wild one at home? 😂
https://www.barkbusters.com/dog-training/fortcollins-colorado/?utm_source=GMBListing&utm_medium=WebsiteClicks&utm_campaign=4-01-011

20/03/2025

Loved working with this new client and her beautiful boy Henry yesterday. She recently moved here from the Midwest and Henry is struggling with a bit of separation anxiety and the new environment of apartment life. We worked on some basic rules and boundaries and Henry was a trooper. He really took to the new leadership. Looking forward to working on building this beautiful bond.

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