Obedience Training and Dog Supplies in Bessemer City, NC
Obedience Classes
Important Notice
Affordable Private Sessions are currently available, but To help stop the spread of the Covid19, there are NO group courses being offered until further notice. May God keep you and your families healthy and safe. The Bark Academy
“There is no faith which has never yet been broken, except that of a truly faithful dog”– Konrad Lorenz
REVIEWS
The Bark Academy is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars.
I reached out to the Bark Academy to help with my reactive dog. Melissa took the time to not only help me and my baby learn commands but she also taught me how to understand why he reacts the way he does. This deeper understanding helped to build a better respect between me and...read moreI reached out to the Bark Academy to help with my reactive dog. Melissa took the time to not only help me and my baby learn commands but she also taught me how to understand why he reacts the way he does. This deeper understanding helped to build a better respect between me and my dog. He is now more relaxed and has learned to ignore previous triggers. It was her patience and her knowledge that made all this possible. I highly recommend the Bark Academy to help with any of your doggy issues.read less
Natasha Yarbro
Me and macro had a really good time with our 6 classes… Melissa really does take pride in her work and she treats your dog like her own and Marco really learn a lot in all his classes
Kendrick Odums
I am so glad that we found The Bark Academy to help us train our two hound puppies! Melissa's calm and patient approach helped the hounds performance and my confidence. She answered so many questions and explained the reasons for the steps of positive reinforcement training. When we, the people in the class, needed...read moreI am so glad that we found The Bark Academy to help us train our two hound puppies! Melissa's calm and patient approach helped the hounds performance and my confidence. She answered so many questions and explained the reasons for the steps of positive reinforcement training. When we, the people in the class, needed to change our approach, she was very kind and constructive. I feel very excited about our classes!read less
Leslie Bolin
Our experience with The Bark Academy was wonderful! Melissa is a fantastic trainer and she really takes the time to get to know you/your dog. We enjoyed going to class each week, and the obedience training was really educational for us as dog owners. We would highly recommend The Bark Academy to anyone with...read moreOur experience with The Bark Academy was wonderful! Melissa is a fantastic trainer and she really takes the time to get to know you/your dog. We enjoyed going to class each week, and the obedience training was really educational for us as dog owners. We would highly recommend The Bark Academy to anyone with a pup looking to improve their obedience skills and behavior.read less
Karoline Maitland
Our experience with The Bark Academy was wonderful! Melissa is a fantastic trainer and she really takes the time to get to know you/your dog. We enjoyed going to class each week, and the obedience training was really educational for us as dog owners. We would highly recommend The Bark Academy to anyone with...read moreOur experience with The Bark Academy was wonderful! Melissa is a fantastic trainer and she really takes the time to get to know you/your dog. We enjoyed going to class each week, and the obedience training was really educational for us as dog owners. We would highly recommend The Bark Academy to anyone with a pup looking to improve their obedience skills and behavior.read less
Karoline McNeilly
I totally appreciate Melissa and her love for dogs!! I left feeling confident and not alone in my journey to a well behaved dog 😊.
Sharee Walls
Melissa is wonderful! I took our Olde English Bulldog to The Bark Academy because of behavior issues. After just a couple of classes we started to see a whole different dog. We’re so happy we took him to Melissa. She is so kind and patient. Anyone with a dog should take these classes. Thank...read moreMelissa is wonderful! I took our Olde English Bulldog to The Bark Academy because of behavior issues. After just a couple of classes we started to see a whole different dog. We’re so happy we took him to Melissa. She is so kind and patient. Anyone with a dog should take these classes. Thank you Melissa!!!read less
Dawn Greene
I paid for 6 classes for my puppy a couple of months ago. The owner contacted me to let me know that the classes would have to be rescheduled due to her mother dying. Of course I had no problem with that and told her I understand. She said she would call me to...read moreI paid for 6 classes for my puppy a couple of months ago. The owner contacted me to let me know that the classes would have to be rescheduled due to her mother dying. Of course I had no problem with that and told her I understand. She said she would call me to reschedule the classes but months later I still have not heard from her. I was not upset about this as I can only imagine how hard it would be to loose my mom however I contacted her multiple times to see when we could get them rescheduled or too see if I could just get a refund so that I could take my puppy somewhere else. We was having a lot of problems with the new puppy and really needed assistance. Still has yet to return my calls or messages.
******Thank you for your response but it has been 5 months since I originally paid for classes. The right thing to do if you are unable to give the classes for 5 months, is to refund the money so that I could take my puppy somewhere else. Not refund it to the bark academy account that was useless becouse you was unable to give the classes. That is not fair or the right thing to do. I would appreciate a refund of my money for the 6 classes that I paid for so that I can take her somewhere else and I will edit my review to reflect this.read less
Bridget Ballew
I paid for 6 classes for my puppy a couple of months ago. The owner contacted me to let me know that the classes would have to be rescheduled due to her mother dying. Of course I had no problem with that and told her I understand. She said she would call me to...read moreI paid for 6 classes for my puppy a couple of months ago. The owner contacted me to let me know that the classes would have to be rescheduled due to her mother dying. Of course I had no problem with that and told her I understand. She said she would call me to reschedule the classes but months later I still have not heard from her. I was not upset about this as I can only imagine how hard it would be to loose my mom however I contacted her multiple times to see when we could get them rescheduled or too see if I could just get a refund so that I could take my puppy somewhere else. We was having a lot of problems with the new puppy and really needed assistance. Still has yet to return my calls or messages.read less
Bridget Ballew
Absolutely love Melissa! She is so patient and loves the animals she works with. She makes a real connection with each pet and they truly love her.
Heather Shrewsbury
Training was very good, we took our german shepherd in because he got aggressive around other dogs and all the training showed results, he learned sit, leave it, come, down, stay and many other things, he is easier to walk on a leash, and today he walked in front of another dog and he...read moreTraining was very good, we took our german shepherd in because he got aggressive around other dogs and all the training showed results, he learned sit, leave it, come, down, stay and many other things, he is easier to walk on a leash, and today he walked in front of another dog and he did not bark or jump at him, she is very attentive and patient, i highly recommended the bark academy!read less
Kim Calzada
Katie Varnadoe
Absolutely love this place. She is wonderful with our puppy Marli. Totally recommend her 100 %..... you won't be sorry.
Yolonda Walker
I highly recommend to anyone who is willing to put the time and patience into training their animal. I am a heavy believer in positive reenforcement, so Ms. Melissa is perfect. I love the one on one training, so my pup and I get more attention 😁
Carrera W
The Bark Academy is a fun environment. It makes you wanna keep going to share and learn even when the classes are over. She is a excellent trainer thats going to treat you and your dog like family from day one and so on
travis pagan
Melissa is a great trainer! She loves dogs, especially pit bulls! She has been awesome with our Kobe the few weeks we have been taking him to see her!
Sheldon Hedgpeth
Melissa was the absolute best. I’m so thankful I was able to bring Seven there. She sure misses Melissa. You taught me and seven so much. She is a joy and we practice every day. Seven loves to practice she finally rolls over and now she can speak and whisper. She will do about...read moreMelissa was the absolute best. I’m so thankful I was able to bring Seven there. She sure misses Melissa. You taught me and seven so much. She is a joy and we practice every day. Seven loves to practice she finally rolls over and now she can speak and whisper. She will do about anything for a treat. Thank you For being the best trainer I could have hoped for.read less
Sandra Nance
Absolutely love this place. She is wonder with our puppy Marli. Totally recommend her 100 %..... you won't be sorry.
Yolonda Walker
Just had my second visit with Melissa. She is wonderful working with Jake my basset hound. He loves going there. And he is learning so much better with her help. Thank you very much.
banjo bum
Just started 08/17/2020 and my puppy has now started learning things. Also Melissa is great with my basset hound. He really loves seeing her already.
banjo bum
I can't give a better recommendation than spending my money with someone. Lucy and I had a great experience for our first lesson! Melissa spent some time to assess what Lucy's current level of training was showed us a few new commands and gave us homework to learn and re-inforce. Because of Melissa's great attitude and obvious love of dogs and training them, I signed up...read moreLucy and I had a great experience for our first lesson! Melissa spent some time to assess what Lucy's current level of training was showed us a few new commands and gave us homework to learn and re-inforce. Because of Melissa's great attitude and obvious love of dogs and training them, I signed up for a six week course. I can't give a better recommendation than spending my money with someone, and I know Lucy and my family are going to really build a stronger bond.read less
Mike Jeris
Melissa is great and so patient! Melissa is great and so patient.. She works so well with our dogs , a St Bernard and a Goldendoodle!! I highly recommend her and she’s even local for me!! Plus, she has everything you need for your beloved dog!! She even got Bentley fitted for a harness tonite so now he can’t drag...read moreMelissa is great and so patient.. She works so well with our dogs , a St Bernard and a Goldendoodle!! I highly recommend her and she’s even local for me!! Plus, she has everything you need for your beloved dog!! She even got Bentley fitted for a harness tonite so now he can’t drag me!! I’m in control thanks to Melissa!!read less
Lisa Spivey LaCount
Melissa is Great! Melissa is great. Mabel has learned so much! I highly recommend the Bark Academy for all your training needs
Teresa Pigg
Gunnar is doing fantastic under the instruction of The Bark Academy! We attended our first private class and are already experiencing progress. Gunnar is doing fantastic under the instruction of The Bark Academy! Although, we have been training at home, we have learned a few new techniques that will reinforce the training that we already have in place. I would definitely recommend them highly, to...read moreWe attended our first private class and are already experiencing progress. Gunnar is doing fantastic under the instruction of The Bark Academy! Although, we have been training at home, we have learned a few new techniques that will reinforce the training that we already have in place. I would definitely recommend them highly, to anyone who has a dog with behavioral issues or for those, like us, that wish to further their dogs training.read less
Christina Rae
Melissa is super sweet and I love the set up. Melissa is super sweet and I love the set up. Only 2 weeks into a 6 week class so we will see how our dog does.
Rachel Mears
OBEDIENCE CLASSESand COURSES
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The list below displays what is included with your registration based on the number of sessions or course you register for:
Lifetime Support: Support and Guidance via Email, Text, or Phone for the Lifetime of Your Dog that was trained by The Bark Academy! Lifetime support is included with any 6-week course or 6 private sessions.
The Bark Academy Support Community: A private group consisting of former and current students of The Bark Academy. The purpose of the group is to share information and stories about our dogs and to help and support each other when problems arise. Obtain Eligibility to join after 3 classes/sessions are completed.
ID Tag with QR Code: While most dogs are microchipped, it’s very wise to have more than one form of identification. The Bark Academy’s QR Tags can help bring your beloved dog home in the event that he or she gets lost! FREE after completing any 6-week course or 6 private sessions.
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