Bark Smart Dog Training | Expert Dog Training in [Your Location]
At Bark Smart Dog Training, we help you build a strong, lasting bond with your dog through positive, effective training methods. Whether you're welcoming a new puppy or need help with obedience, focus, or manners, we offer:
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8 customer reviews
Salvador
We can’t recommend Sacha enough as a dog trainer. He has been an incredible help with our 4-year-old Jack Russell, Porter.
After moving into a new home, Porter started to become quite territorial and was showing difficult behaviour around delivery people. We were feeling unsure how to handle it, but Sacha completely turned things around for us.
From the very beginning, Sacha helped us reconnect with Porter and truly understand his needs. He guided us on everything from playtime to setting up a calm night routine and establishing better manners on our walks. Thanks to Sacha’s training, Porter no longer pulls on the lead, is far more engaged at home, has dramatically reduced his territorial behaviour, and interacts so much better with other dogs.
What makes Sacha stand out is not just his expertise, but the way he makes training enjoyable and tailored to each family. He came prepared with examples, toys, and clear command words, but also took the time to adapt his approach to Porter’s unique personality and our specific situation. His sessions are not only effective but also fun, and we always finish them feeling more confident and connected with our pup.
We’ll continue seeing Sacha once a month to reinforce Porter’s progress — and honestly, because we enjoy the sessions so much! If you’re going through a bumpy patch with your little one, he is absolutely the trainer you want by your side! Cheers, Salvador
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Jim Buckley
Sacha is passionate about training dogs (& their owners). He does it exceptionally well, is highly professional, an excellent teacher and a very effective trainer.
Sacha does so in a focused, structured way and is highly effective. He is an exceptional communicator, with both dogs and their owners. He has transformed how I look after Rocky, whom I got as a puppy and I am a novice dog owner.
His understanding of human & animal psychology shines through - thank goodness for his patience with me!
I would thoroughly recommend employing Sacha’s knowledge & skills with any dog of any age. His work represents value for money and essential for any new owner, or owner of a dog who is displaying challenging behavioural needs.
Thank you for all of your help & hard work Sacha,
Rocky & Jim
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Rianna Bee
Sacha is an incredible trainer. As a first-time dog owner, I wanted to ensure that I gave my cocker spaniel puppy the best start. He was patient and his sessions gave me a massive confidence boost, especially in her first few weeks. The training plan was thorough, detailed and also addressed potential behavioural issues. My dog Luna is now five months and strangers, other dog owners, friends and family members often comment on how well-behaved she is, and what a loving, gentle and sweet temperament she has. I have stuck to his training plan long after our 1-1 sessions and he’s always been happy to give advice. Would highly recommend. More...
Charlie
I couldn’t recommend Bark Smart Dog Training enough! Sacha worked wonders with my little dog, I can’t believe the change in her. His patience and professionalism were just the right combination and I wouldn’t hesitate to use his services again. Thanks so much! More...
Livyoh Richenback
Sacha is capable of performing personality transplants on dogs! Couldn’t recommend enough
James Arkell
It has been easy to understand and follow through the exercises with good results
Sacha Nusenbaum has been an excellent instructor
Hugo
We had such a great experience with Bark Smart! Our trainer was absolutely fantastic—super friendly, patient, and clearly amazing with dogs.
He made both us and our puppy Freddie feel really comfortable from day one.
We took Freddie to the puppy classes and honestly couldn’t be happier with how far he’s come. Sacha gave us clear guidance and practical tips that made training at home so much easier. Freddie is more confident, listens well, and we feel much more prepared as dog owners.
Highly recommend Bark Smart and especially the puppy training.
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Jeremy
I can’t say enough good things about Bark Smart Dog Training and especially our trainer, Sacha. From the very first session, it was clear that Sacha truly understands dogs and has a natural gift for training
Sacha was patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly encouraging throughout the entire process. He took the time to understand our dog’s unique personality and tailored the training to suit our goals and lifestyle. What really stood out was how positive and effective the methods were—no harsh techniques, just a lot of praise, consistency, and smart strategies that actually work.
Thanks to Sacha, our dog is more confident, better behaved, and happier overall. The difference is like night and day, and the bond we have with our pup is stronger than ever. If you’re looking for a skilled, compassionate, and professional trainer, look no further—Sacha at Bark Smart is the best in the business!
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Puppy Consultations
Involves:
🐾 Puppy-proofing your home and garden to ensure a safe environment.
🐾 Guidance on essential puppy equipment, including where to source items and crate placement.
🐾 Support for bringing your puppy home, with tips for their first night
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🐾 Helping your puppy settle in and adjust to their new surroundings.
🐾 Crate training advice, if applicable, to aid with routine and security.
🐾 A structured toilet training plan to set your puppy up for success.
🐾 Socialisation guidance to help your puppy become a confident, well-rounded dog.
Training starts from day one! Set your puppy up for success with positive reinforcement techniques.
Puppy Training Puppy Foundation Programme Classes & 1-1’s
Not all breeds are the same, but all puppies benefit from essential obedience training. Our Puppy Foundation Course covers all the key training to build a strong foundation for good behaviour and obedience as they grow.
🐾 Positive reinforcement training techniques
🐾 Managing scavenging behaviour
🐾 Loose-lead walking
🐾 Recall
Adult 1-1's
We train dogs of all ages and all backgrounds, including rescue dogs, addressing issues such as lack of socialisation, adolescence, barking, pulling, reactivity, and more. Whatever you want to work on, we’ll create a tailored training plan to help you achieve your goals.
Our 1-1 sessions are tailored to your needs, You'll receive a personalised training plan and follow-up notes with exercises and management strategies.
We offer:
🐾 1 x 1 Hr Tailored session
🐾 Package deals of 4 × 1Hr Tailored Sessions
🐾 Package deals of 6 × 1Hr Tailored Sessions
Please get in touch to book a free consultation and discuss your requirements further.
Walk & Train
Our Training Walks are conducted in the environments where you would typically walk your dog. The goal is to implement a structured walk, helping your dog develop good walking manners, focus, and confidence in real-world situations. Whether your dog struggles with pulling, distractions, reactivity, or recall. These guided sessions offer the right balance of mental and physical stimulation and will provide you the confidence to walk with your dog off lead.
What’s Included?
🐾 Loose-Lead Walking – Teaching your dog to walk calmly without pulling.
🐾 Focus & Engagement – Strengthening attention and responsiveness around distractions.
🐾 Recall Practice – Improving recall to ensure your dog returns when called.
🐾 Social Skills – Encouraging positive interactions with other dogs and people.
🐾 Environmental Exposure – Helping your dog adapt to various settings, from busy streets to parks.
🐾 Handler Coaching – Offering tips and techniques to reinforce training at home.
These sessions suit dogs of all ages, from puppies to older dogs needing a refresher. Each walk is tailored to individual needs, ensuring practical, lasting results in everyday situations.
