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June 2023 by Rebecca S. Barfknecht
We contacted Bari upon recommendation of our Vet (Mid-Peninsula Animal Hospital). She has been amazing! We started with lessons over Zoom as our pup had Giardia and we saw great improvements. Yesterday we had our first in person (now that the Giardia is gone!) and it was amazing. Our little guy was pulling on the leash and barking at other dogs as we passed. On our 2.5 mile walk today where we encountered dogs, bicycles, runners, and walkers - NO PULLING and no barking. It was like magic. We are SO very happy and looking forward to many more lessons and achievements!!! She is teaching us SO much and our pup is loving it!
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May 2023 by Rebecca Barfknecht
We contacted Bari upon recommendation of our Vet (Mid-Peninsula Animal Hospital). She has been amazing! We started with lessons over Zoom as our pup had Giardia and we saw great improvements. Yesterday we had our first in person (now that the Giardia is gone!) and it was amazing. Our little guy was pulling on the leash and barking at other dogs as we passed. On our 2.5 mile walk today where we encountered dogs, bicycles, runners, and walkers - NO PULLING and no barking. It was like magic. We are SO very happy and looking forward to many more lessons and achievements!!! She is teaching us SO much and our pup is loving it!
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June 2022 by Alisha T.
Bari and her team of amazing dog trainers (Carole and Theresa) have been incredible as we have been working to train our highly spirited goldendoodle puppy Blue. Would recommend them for private sessions as well as Dog Days Adventures (have not tried the training classes due to work scheduling issues). We have worked with Bari and her team for the past 8 months. We have learned so much from Bari about anxiety in dogs and puppies, especially after they leave their mom and transition to a new family. I wish I had met Bari sooner so I could have learned about breeding practices, ways to optimize a puppy's acclimation to a new home, and navigating the early days of puppyhood. The recommendations she has made have been very helpful, and we have been able to see instant improvements in our dog's composure with thundershirts, pheromone collars, etc. She also diagnosed medical issues in our dog that led us to a diagnosis that we wouldn't have reached with our vet. Bari has been very kind and responsive to us via phone and email. Her approaches jive with a general desire to treat our dog with the love most would only provide to a human child (obviously we recognize that the dog mind is different). We have appreciated Bari's gentle but firm approach to training Blue and that she has always made training our funny pup actually fun. We have also worked with Bari's team - Theresa and Carole- for Dog Days Adventures. They are also very knowledgeable, reliable, and trustworthy and have helped expose Blue to a variety of training environments both one-on-one and in small groups. Thank you so much to Bari, Theresa, and Carole!
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April 2022 by Billie L.
Bari has given us some incredible tools to help with our leash-anxious doodle! While he's still a work in progress, she's teaching us how to gain control of his attention and focus when he feels the urge to bark at dogs passing by on leash. Bari is friendly and funny, which makes learning from her a treat for the humans as well. She has a real compassion for dogs that one cannot fake, and all of her methods are gentle and loving toward our dog. We are so lucky to have crossed paths with Bari and look forward to continuing this journey with our pup!
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April 2021 by Jenny Qiu
I am the first-timer mom of a puppy. I wouldn't be confident to handle the puppy if without Bari! I took Apollo for two sessions of puppy classes in the past 6 months. Although during a pandemic, I felt it was quite safe to be outdoor and social distancing. Bari and her assistants were very professional, knowledgeable, and kind. I didn't have Apollo until the middle of the first session. Even I went to the classes without the puppy, I found that just observing the classes helped tremendously. When I got Apollo at 3 months, I knew what to do and what to expect. I am going to take Apollo to Bari's next level training classes. If you have a puppy or an adult dog, Bari's training classes are a must-go.
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March 2021 by Jenny Zhenyu Q.
I am the first-timer mom of a puppy. I wouldn't be confident to handle the puppy if without Bari! I took Apollo for two sessions of puppy classes in the past 6 months. Although during a pandemic, I felt it was quite safe to be outdoor and social distancing. Bari and her assistants were very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. I didn't have Apollo until the middle of the first session. Even I went to the classes without the puppy, I found that just observing the classes helped tremendously. When I got Apollo at 3 months, I knew what to do and what to expect. I am going to take Apollo to Bari's next level training classes. If you have a puppy or an adult dog, Bari's training classes are a must-go.
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January 2021 by Tina P.
It has been several years since my lab/Aussie mix had both private and group lessons from Bari, Sweetie and staff. Kai was so terrified when we first got him that he would hide behind my planter boxes. When I tried to walk him, he would just sit down and refuse to budge. Bari's beautiful Newfoundland, Sweetie took him under her wing and ran interference with other puppies in the class when they were more friendly than Kai could handle. He felt very safe when Sweetie was near and gradually gained the confidence needed to join the class. I can't imagine that happening without her presence. The classes were great and really helped me learn what I needed to know to work with Kai. I highly recommend Dog Days, even though dear Sweetie recently passed away. Bari is training a new Newfy to take over Sweetie's role.
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August 2020 by Tracy P.
Had a great experience taking our baby dog to training with Bari, Kim & crew! Puppy is a Child of COVID, eg not well socialized- this was perfect! Everyone there was super friendly and supportive - as well as honest! No "my dog is beyond perfection"...a lot more honesty about the challenges to be solved, which is refreshing. Great physical distancing and COVID safety. Highly recommend!
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February 2020 by Sara M.
I was disappointed and underwhelmed. She was an hour late to our session and tried to start the lesson on the phone. Within 5 minutes, our usually happy and social puppy was shaking and scared of her, and she was trying to sell us expensive calming oils. She charged us for the full session though half of it was her driving on the phone. Avoid.
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November 2019 by Cynthia N.
Bari and her team (perfectly trained dogs and a wonderful assistant)are amazing! Bari is non-judgmental and allows the owner to implement what works best for them and their dog. She is caring and outstanding and in just a few classes our golden, who we thought had an aggressive nature, has completely mellowed out and made an even more intimate and trusting bond with our family. After our first session together and while using the Adapto collar (highly recommend!!!) our 9 year old dog who has always been scared of the vet, made it through a vet visit with no anxiety. We can't wait to see what the future holds with this training on board, and are just so appreciative of all the progress Bari has made!!!
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November 2019 by Sher A.
I would not recommend bringing home two pups at once; it's a lot of time, discipline, and patience to train each - and for each to learn their independence. We certainly did not intend on bringing home two. It's only been a day since having Bari over. With her guidance, we have a great plan on the pups' best care moving forward. She left us with resources and tools to help decompress the older pup's anxiety and safely guide the younger pup's natural puppy curiosity. Positive, firm, consistent approach. I am appreciative.
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August 2019 by Geri A.
I just started with Bari in helping me train a young Yorkie mix. She appears to be very knowledgeable and was highly recommended by many dog sitter/walker . I like how calm she is and yet firm. She knows what is needed I appreciate her knowledge. Anybody looking for a dog trainer should think about contacting Bari as you will not be disappointed.
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January 2019 by Lillian L.
I recently completed puppy training classes with Bari and her associates. The classes were professional, practical and well supported. Bari had three assistants with her helping out! I look forward to continuing puppy education with Bari in the Spring!
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October 2018 by J. G.
My miniature schnauzer puppy and I just finished an excellent puppy class with Bari and her expert team. Despite his behavioral issues, this pup made solid progress using the methods taught clearly and thoughtfully in this class. Essentially the class trains you how to train the dog -- incredibly helpful for anyone committed to a happy and well-adjusted furry friend. It's a continuing process (not a quick fix) but an outstanding approach. Many thanks to Bari and her awesome team! Thanks for also sharing some great general info and the super useful weekly take-home exercises.
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March 2018 by Suzie B.
Bari and her crew are fabulous. Bari is very knowledgeable about dogs - she understands them perfectly. She is very loving and has the dogs best interest at heart. Bari has been very helpful in training my dog (and me) one on one in our home and in her classes. She is extremely professional and always prompt and responsive. She provides excellent service - always with a smile. I like her so much, I have my dog walking with her and her assistants on a weekly basis. I highly recommend Bari and would not hesitate to use her again and again.
