Private, in home dog and puppy training. Professional dog trainer 19 years experience. Any age, breed or issue. Behavior modification. Same day improvement. Critical owner education. Most recommend by local veterinarians. Dog-friendly, no treats or punishment needed using clear canine communication & desired leadership. Stop aggression, separation anxiety, pulling, biting, nipping, jumping up, barking, improve obedience, leash walking, housebreaking, front door manners, listening. Improve trust and commands. Most trusted by dog experts and SPCA.
Training & services
Training goals
Behavior consultation
Crate training
House trainingProgram details
Struggling with housebreaking? Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in dog potty training at home. Our proven methods teach dogs where and when to go, helping families enjoy stress-free living with well-trained pets.
Struggling with housebreaking? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides in-home training to stop accidents and build good potty habits. Our proven methods help Pinellas families enjoy cleaner homes and well-trained dogs.
Leash trainingProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County offers proven off-leash dog training that builds trust and reliable recall. Our in-home methods teach your dog to listen, even with distractions, so you can enjoy safe, stress-free freedom together throughout Pinellas County.
Obedience trainingProgram details
Need better manners? Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in basic obedience training—sit, stay, come, and walking calmly on leash. Trusted by local families for lasting results with dogs of every breed and age.
Bark Busters teaches practical dog obedience by helping owners communicate in a way dogs naturally understand. We focus on real-life behaviors like coming when called, walking politely on leash, staying, greeting guests calmly, and listening at home and in public.
Puppy trainingProgram details
Got a new puppy? Bark Busters Pinellas County offers proven in-home training for potty training, chewing, barking, and obedience. Local families trust us to build a strong foundation for calm, confident, and well-mannered dogs.
Recall trainingProgram details
Never chase your dog again! Bark Busters Pinellas County teaches reliable recall with in-home training that works. Our proven methods help dogs come when called, giving local families peace of mind and stronger bonds.
SocializationProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County helps dogs build confidence and improve social skills with people and other pets. Our in-home training addresses fear, reactivity, and overexcitement, giving local families calmer, friendlier, and better-behaved dogs.
Behavior support
Aggression trainingProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in addressing dog aggression safely and effectively. Our in-home training helps with growling, snapping, and fighting by teaching calm leadership and communication. Local families see lasting results and a happier bond with their dogs.
BarkingProgram details
Tired of nonstop barking? Bark Busters Pinellas County offers proven in-home training to stop nuisance barking at the door, in the yard, or on walks—helping local families enjoy calmer, quieter dogs.
Chewing
Digging
Fear and confidence
Jumping up
Reactivity trainingProgram details
Bark Busters provides expert leash reactivity training to help dogs stay calm and focused on walks. We work in your home and neighborhood to reduce pulling, lunging, and
Resource guarding
Separation anxietyProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in solving dog separation anxiety. From barking and pacing to destructive behavior, our in-home training builds calm, confident dogs and gives families peace of mind when leaving the house.
How training happens
Board and train
Group classes
In-home trainingProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County offers professional in-home dog training in Clearwater, St. Pete, and Largo. We solve barking, pulling, aggression, and anxiety with proven methods that bring calm, lasting results for local families.
Owner coaching
Private trainingProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County offers personalized, private dog training in your home. We tailor lessons to your dog’s needs—whether it’s barking, pulling, aggression, or puppy manners—giving families in Pinellas lasting results and a happier bond with their dogs.
Dog age
Puppies
Senior dogs
Training level
Beginner training
Your dog’s background
Rescue dogs
Other listed services
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Dog trainingProgram details
Trusted across Pinellas County, Bark Busters provides personalized dog training in your home. Whether it’s a new puppy or an older dog, we address behavior problems at the root—helping families enjoy calmer walks, peaceful homes, and happier relationships with their pets.
Dog PullingProgram details
Tired of your dog dragging you on walks? Bark Busters Pinellas County helps families fix leash pulling with proven, dog-friendly training done right at home. Our local trainer teaches you how to walk calmly and confidently, making every outing stress-free and enjoyable.
Dog Behavioral CorrectionProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County helps families correct unwanted dog behaviors like barking, jumping, pulling, aggression, and anxiety. Our proven, in-home training builds lasting results, giving you a calmer, happier dog and a stronger bond right here in Pinellas County.
Behavior ManagementProgram details
Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in dog behavior management. From barking and pulling to aggression and anxiety, our in-home training helps families in Clearwater, St. Pete, and Largo enjoy calmer, well-behaved dogs.
Dog Behavioral TherapyProgram details
Struggling with your dog’s behavior? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides in-home behavioral therapy for barking, pulling, and aggression. Proven methods give Pinellas families lasting results and stronger bonds with their dogs.
Dog SafetyProgram details
Focused on your dog’s safety, Bark Busters Pinellas County offers in-home training to prevent running off, jumping, or unsafe behaviors. Our proven methods help local families raise well-mannered, confident, and secure dogs.
Free Dog Behavior AssessmentProgram details
Start with a free dog behavior assessment online. We can use these results to evaluate your dog’s needs and then continue with an in-home evaluation.
Jumps On PeopleProgram details
Tired of your dog jumping on guests? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides effective in-home training to curb jumping and build better manners. Local families trust us for lasting results and happier homes.
Leash AggressiveProgram details
Struggling with leash reactivity? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides proven in-home training to stop barking, lunging, and pulling. We help local families enjoy stress-free walks and stronger bonds with their dogs.
Dog ChewingProgram details
Struggling with a dog that chews everything? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides in-home training to curb destructive chewing and build better habits. Local families trust us for lasting results and happier homes.
Dog BitingProgram details
Struggling with biting? Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in in-home dog training to curb nipping, snapping, and aggressive behavior. Local families trust us to build safe, respectful, and lasting bonds with their dogs.
Dog DestructionProgram details
Struggling with a destructive dog? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides proven in-home training to end chewing, scratching, and damage. Local families trust us to build better habits and create happier homes.
Dog Marking/PeeingProgram details
Struggling with marking or accidents in the house? Bark Busters Pinellas County offers proven in-home training to curb peeing and build proper bathroom habits. Local families trust us for lasting results and peace of mind.
New Baby PreparationProgram details
Welcoming a new baby? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides in-home dog training to ease the transition. We address jealousy, barking, and boundaries so your pup adjusts calmly and your family enjoys peace of mind.
Dog Running AwayProgram details
Is your dog escaping or running off? Bark Busters Pinellas County specializes in in-home training to build reliable recall and respect for boundaries. Local families trust us to keep their dogs safe and secure.
Dog Sibling RivalryProgram details
Struggling with sibling rivalry? Bark Busters Pinellas County provides in-home training to stop dog fights, resource guarding, and jealousy. Local families trust us to restore peace and harmony between their dogs.
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Questions & answers
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Do you do agility classes ?
No we do not do agility. We do teach dogs what they need in order to understand what their owners want & don’t want. This can help with agility and any behavior in a public setting or at home.
Hi LaTonya, absolutely, we train puppies! Puppies are the best deal for our services because we offer unlimited help for the life of the dog! All dogs go through many behavior phases. With Bark Busters, you’ll have built-in help every step of the way! Every dog benefits from training. Being proactive is very smart vs waiting for problems to arise.
5/5Sharon was so helpful and supportive in our first session and really educated us on how dogs communicate and we realized how much it makes sense and how we had work to do with our German shepherd Abby. Sharon spent 4 hours with us practicing the training and answering our questio…Read full reviewClose full review
Sharon was so helpful and supportive in our first session and really educated us on how dogs communicate and we realized how much it makes sense and how we had work to do with our German shepherd Abby. Sharon spent 4 hours with us practicing the training and answering our questions about how to handle situations. It is very evident that Sharon loves what she does and makes you and your dog feel comfortable while you are uncomfortable because you thought you knew how to communicate with your dog. The day after training Abby was a completely different dog on her walk. Learning you need to be the leader and she can’t walk ahead, you control stops and how to help your reactive dog when other dogs are around. I am so pleased with Abby’s progress in a day and we will continue to do our training drills each day and watch her grow. I am so glad I reached out to Sharon.
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Alyssa Freiermuht
5/5
Sharon has been extremely communicative and responsive since the moment I reached out to her to look for assistance with our puppy. Even after 1 training session we already feel more confident and in control of the house and our dog is on his way to learning all the good things!
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Elisabeth Smith
5/5
Sharon was so thorough, kind and thoughtful in our initial session. Our puppy took it all in very well and we hope and pray we can follow through. We’re looking forward to having a calm, well-behaved dog!
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Alexis Kennedy
5/5My dog (Bindi, greyhound) and I met Sharon about 1 year ago and I can honestly say I have no regrets and would recommend her to anyone I know. I originally called Sharon because I had just adopted Bindi and found out quickly that she seemed to have aggression problems and pretty …Read full reviewClose full review
My dog (Bindi, greyhound) and I met Sharon about 1 year ago and I can honestly say I have no regrets and would recommend her to anyone I know. I originally called Sharon because I had just adopted Bindi and found out quickly that she seemed to have aggression problems and pretty serious resource guarding. After just 1 visit and after doing our "homework" the next couple days our whole dynamic changed. It seemed like we understood each other and a solid foundation of trust was built. She wanted to cuddle more and almost immediately seemed to feel more comfortable with aggression problems fading in just days.
After we became comfortable with eachother Sharon was happy to meet us at the park and learn how to interact with other dogs too without getting into major fights. This did take some practice but Sharon gave us the tools to be able to meet new dogs in a safe and calm way in the future. Bindi is much more comfortable around other dogs now and I know this would not be the case without her help.
My favorite thing about this method of training is that we did not need to use a shock collar. We simply learned using the dog's communication signals and everything seemed to come very natural. I still use the communication methods everyday.
I called a trainer because I was desperate and scared of my own dog but Sharon genuinely made such a difference in ways that I did not even predict. 5 stars and highly recommend!
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Tara
5/5Our puppy, Steven, had some behaviors we weren’t sure how to handle. We searched online and ended up trying PetSmart training, but unfortunately it was a failure, we stopped after just two sessions. Fast forward three months, and not only were the behaviors still there, they were…Read full reviewClose full review
Our puppy, Steven, had some behaviors we weren’t sure how to handle. We searched online and ended up trying PetSmart training, but unfortunately it was a failure, we stopped after just two sessions. Fast forward three months, and not only were the behaviors still there, they were increasing.
After wasting money and putting stress on ourselves and Steven with the previous training attempt, I was very hesitant to try again. I called Sharon and spoke with her assistant, who clearly explained the process and Sharon’s training style. Even though we were still cautious, we decided to move forward with a positive mindset.
And holy moly it was amazing! Sharon was incredibly patient and took the time to explain not only what she was doing, but why she was doing it. She truly taught us how to “speak dog” and understand Steven. We saw results after the very first session, and we were given homework to continue the progress and build on it even further.
The best part? There were no treats and no punishments. It was all about understanding, communication, and creating a lifelong, happy home for Steven.
If you’ve had a bad training experience in the past, don’t let that deter you. This isn’t typical dog training focused on “sit” and “stay.” This is training that helps you understand your dog so your dog can live his happiest, best life.
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