Latest articles by Jessica Downey
Improve your dog’s recall and build a stronger bond with this trainer’s simple hallway game
News Good Wellesley Dogs Training shares the foundation of solid recall and how it can benefit your outdoor training
How to stop a dog from pooping in the crate
Advice Knowing how to stop a dog from pooping in the crate is an important lesson for anyone who has a pup that hasn’t quite grasped that they can’t use their crate as a toilet
Canine expert shares her five golden rules for teaching your dog how to walk calmly on the leash
News Discover the five simple steps that will transform your dog's leash behavior for good - with expert advice from the Naked Dog Trainer
Dog always pulling on the leash? Try this trainer's tip for a much happier walking experience
News Leash pulling is something all canine owners will want to put an end to early on and this trainer shares how it's done
Avoid food guarding behavior when feeding your dog with this one piece of advice from a canine psychologist
NEWS Here's how to avoid biting and aggression when you place down your puppy's food bowl or treats
Build a stronger bond with your dog and teach them patience with this one simple training tip
NEWS You'll never walk up a set of stairs the same again after reading this canine expert's advice
Does your dog hate having their nails cut? Trainer shares how you can teach them to file their own nails and it’s very clever
NEWS This DIY nail filing solution is an excellent way to keep your dog's nails intact without distressing them
Worried about having guests around your nervous dog? Trainer reveals five ways to politely tell your visitors to ignore them
NEWS Avoid the stress of stressing your dog out when you have visitors over and just tell them one of these polite lines
Worried about taking your reactive dog on a trip? Canine trainer shares four tips for making it a stress-free experience
NEWS Going on a trip with a reactive dog doesn't have to be a total nightmare when you listen to this expert trainer's advice
Dog not responding to you? Trainer shares one surprising reason for this and how to fix it with a game!
NEWS A dog not responding to their own name can be troublesome so this trainer shares how a fun way to get your dog's attention back
Need your puppy to learn the value of staying still and focusing on you? Try this trainer's simple trick
NEWS Getting a new pup that's full of beans is all fun and games until you need to start training them on some basic skills and behaviors
Cat trainer reveals five things to remember when petting a cat - it will help you build a better bond!
NEWS If you don't know the best way to approach a cat and pet it you can learn a thing or two from this feline expert
Dog training is no walk in the park - here are five things to remember when you’re struggling to discipline your pup
NEWS Sometimes dog owners are too hard on themselves and don't give themselves or their dog enough credit
Dog trainer shares three impactful ways to prevent leash pulling - and they're very easy!
NEWS Teaching a dog not to pull on the leash can be exhausting but once you master it, walks will become much more fun
How to teach a puppy to sit
HOW TO Once you know how to teach a puppy to sit you’ll be a dab hand at training your canine new skills and habits
Teaching your puppy to sit? Trainer reveals it's all about engaging the nose, here's why
NEWS If you don't get anywhere when you ask your puppy to sit you'll want to try out this canine expert's simple solution
Use this dog trainer’s four leash walking rules if you want a better behaved dog on walks
NEWS Teaching your dog how to heel in new environments is a great way to set your walks up for success
Behaviorist shares a simple but effective solution for teaching your puppy to behave better on the leash
News Grab some puppy food and get ready to show your four legged friend how to walk nicely by your side
Here’s how one dog trainer prevents barking when the doorbell goes - it’s a game-changing solution!
News Keep your dog calm when the doorbell rings and prevent excessive barking with this trainer's simple training tip
Can cats have peanut butter?
Advice Spotted your cat eyeing up a jar of PB and wondering can cats have peanut butter? We spoke to a vet to find out…
Do cats know their names?
Advice Do cats know their names? Find out whether or not your cat responds to your call from recognition or for food…
Trainer reveals one thing we can do for a better behaved dog, and it's ridiculously simple
News If you feel like you've hit a wall with training your dog then you need to read this trainer's advice
Can't tell when your cat is happy? Behaviorist reveals how you can check, and it's all in the body language
News Cats can say a lot about how they're feeling without saying anything - one way of reading them is by looking at their body positioning
