Latest articles by Jan Barley
Do dogs like hugs?
Behaviorist's tips We love to give our pooches a fuss but do dogs actually like hugs?
Why do dogs love belly rubs? We asked a behaviorist
Trainer's tips Wondering why dogs love belly rubs? Us too, so we asked an expert.
Maltipoo dog breed: characteristics, care and what you need to know
Breed profile Thinking of getting a maltipoo? A behaviorist reveals everything you need to consider.
Is it easier to train a mixed breed dog or a purebred?
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.
Cavapoo: characteristics, size and what to expect, according to a behaviorist
Breed profile Considering bringing a cavapoo into your family? Here's everything you need to know about this special 'designer dog'.
Why do dogs howl at sirens? I’m a behaviorist, here’s the answer
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.
How counterconditioning can help your reactive dog and increase your bond
Trainer's guide Understand how to use a simple but effective training method to help calm your reactive dog.
7 behavioral changes in elderly dogs, and what you can do about them
Behaviorist's tips Is your pooch getting older? We asked a behaviorist what to expect.
Caring for a senior dog? I’m a dog behaviorist and these are my 10 top tips
How to If you want to learn more about caring for a senior dog, my tips can help you navigate this new life chapter.
My dog had Jekyll and Hyde Syndrome - here's how I managed their emotional response
Real owner I’m a dog behaviorist - follow my simple steps to handle a dog with Jekyll and Hyde Syndrome.
High prey drive in dogs: what it means and how to manage it
I’m a dog behaviorist - here are my top tips for managing high prey drive in dogs.
I bonded with my dog through running - here’s how you can do the same
Want to start running with your dog? Here’s how I built a bond with my dog out on the trails.
I'm a dog behaviorist and these are my 6 tips for socializing a puppy
ADVICE Here's what I recommend when it comes to socializing a puppy
Cortisol was affecting my dog's behavior, here's what I learned
ADVICE I rescued an impulsive and reactive dog, and here's what I wish I'd known about how cortisol levels affect a dog's behavior.
Owning a reactive dog is hard. Here's how I navigated the social challenges with my pooch
FEATURE Here’s what I did to cope and improve the challenges of owning a reactive dog
My reactive dog impacted my entire household, here's what I did about it
FEATURE Owning a reactive dog is challenging when you have little experience living with a problematic dog.
I played these 7 fun games to engage my reactive dog and they improved her impulse control
Feature These super fun games can help your reactive dog manage their impulse control.
5 mistakes I made with my reactive dog that you'll want to avoid
FEATURE I rescued a reactive puppy but here’s what I wish I didn’t do
How to handle dog fear periods
Feature Are you keen to understand dog fear periods? Behaviorist Jan Barley reveals how to recognize dog fear periods and create a safe environment for your new puppy
Eight things you need to know before getting a rescue dog
Feature Thinking about welcoming a rescue dog into your family? Expert behaviorist Jan Barley reveals eight things you want to consider before you adopt
