Jan Barley
Jan is a dog behaviorist and writer living in the Cotswolds, UK. She qualified as a dog behaviorist in 2012 after training with Sarah Whitehead, a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviorist with a MSc in Animal Behavior. Jan has shared her life with dogs for over fifty years and is fascinated by behavior. She enjoys helping people better understand their dogs to develop a deep bond and enjoy time together. Jan particularly enjoys working with impulsive and reactive dogs as her legacy from helping Poppy, her rescue Weimaraner cross overcome fear reactivity.
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Behaviorist's guide Are you making these common recall mistakes? Don’t worry – it’s not too late to fix them, and our behaviorist is here to help!

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Behaviorist's Guide My lack of understanding had caused my pup’s reactive behavior to worsen

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Behaviorist's Guide Discover my top tips for a reliable recall, so your dog comes back every time you call

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Trainer's Guide Having a Christmas tree with a dog can be challenging. Here are 11 ways to dog-proof your tree, according to a trainer.

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Guide These are our favorite dog Christmas moves to watch during the holidays.

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Behaviorist's Guide A behaviorist answers, 'Are prong collars cruel?' and shares some ethical alternatives.

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Behaviorist's Guide A behaviorist compares a front-clip vs a back-clip harness to help you make a decision.

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Behaviorist's Guide An expert answers, 'Are shock collars cruel?'

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Behaviorist's guide If you love SUP and you love dogs, imagine the fun you can have paddleboarding with a dog.

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Behaviorist's guide Wondering, 'How much does a pet sitter cost?' We reveal the answer.

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Behaviorist's guide If you're deciding between a pet sitter vs boarding, this guide will help you choose the best option for your pet.

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Behaviorist's guide A behaviorist answers the common question: 'Should I let my dog play with my cat?'

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How to Want to learn how to play hide and seek with your dog? Follow this simple guide from a behaviorist.

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Behaviorist's guide Everything you need to know about setting up a doggy play date.

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Behaviorist's tips We love to give our pooches a fuss but do dogs actually like hugs?

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Trainer's tips Wondering why dogs love belly rubs? Us too, so we asked an expert.

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Breed profile Thinking of getting a maltipoo? A behaviorist reveals everything you need to consider.

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Behaviorist's guide Is training a mixed-breed dog easier than training a purebred? As a qualified behaviorist, I've worked with both and here’s what I think.

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Breed profile Considering bringing a cavapoo into your family? Here's everything you need to know about this special 'designer dog'.

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Behaviorist's guide Are you wondering, ‘Why do dogs howl at sirens?' Here’s why they do it and my top tips for stopping it.

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Trainer's guide Understand how to use a simple but effective training method to help calm your reactive dog.

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Behaviorist's tips Is your pooch getting older? We asked a behaviorist what to expect.

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How to If you want to learn more about caring for a senior dog, my tips can help you navigate this new life chapter.
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