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Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs
Author: Tracy Franken: Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist đŸ
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Do you long to have a happy, confident dog you can take anywhere?
Are you worried your reactive, fearful dog may hurt someone or something else?
Do you have to âprepareâ yourself to take your dog for a walk around the block?
Hey there! Iâm Tracy, a retired vet tech turned dog trainer, mom, wife and all-around dog lover. When I realized the key to building confidence in my dog was in understanding him and NOT just tossing treats and obedience my life changed! Now I have a pack of âjust good dogsâ I trust to take anywhere. And I am sharing it all here! So put down that leash & let's get to it!
Are you worried your reactive, fearful dog may hurt someone or something else?
Do you have to âprepareâ yourself to take your dog for a walk around the block?
Hey there! Iâm Tracy, a retired vet tech turned dog trainer, mom, wife and all-around dog lover. When I realized the key to building confidence in my dog was in understanding him and NOT just tossing treats and obedience my life changed! Now I have a pack of âjust good dogsâ I trust to take anywhere. And I am sharing it all here! So put down that leash & let's get to it!
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Hey Dog Lover! đŸIn this delightfully spontaneous episode, weâre keeping it real because, well, life happens! Iâm sharing a little behind-the-scenes peek into my world: the whirlwind of getting a new German Shepherd puppy named Gunther, a recent jaunt to England, and some curious insights I picked up about dog culture across the pond. âHow interesting!â youâll hear me say because itâs all about bringing that curiosity back home and letting it shape the way we build trust and leadership with our dogs.So, join me as I chat candidly about the ups and downs of this new adventure. Itâs a bit of a mixed bag episode, but I promise itâll be full of heart, a few laughs, and some thoughtful reflections on how to raise a confident, curious pup.Next stepsđŁđŸ If youâre eager to dive deeper into creating calm and confidence with your own dog, donât miss our upcoming Calm Down Dog Bootcamp! Itâs happening October 7-9th, and you can fetch all the details at beyondobedience.ca/bootcamp. Letâs be the reason and the reward in our dogsâ lives, together. đ
Hey Dog Lover! đ¶Welcome to Part Three of the Beyond the Bark Series! In this final episode, weâre wrapping up my contribution to a recent article on barking with some of the most practical â and controversial â questions around the topic.Hereâs what weâre covering today:How furniture placement can actually reduce barking (yep, where your couch goes matters!)Using tools like curtains, crates, and X-pens to prevent escalation and create calmer spacesWhy too much âfree reignâ often leaves dogs feeling like they have to control too much real estateThe controversial topic of bark collars, shock tools, and water guns â and why I believe leadership, fulfillment, structure, and boundaries should always come firstMy closing thought: the key to everything with dogs is learning to understand them, not forcing them to fit into our human worldThis episode ties it all together and helps you rethink barking not as a nuisance, but as information you can actually use to lead your dog more clearly.xoxo,Tracy đđŁđŸ Next Steps:If you want to understand your dog on a deeper level so that everything gets easier, join me inside the Fearless Framework. Itâs where we break the fear cycle and build the kind of trust and confidence that makes barking less of a problem in the first place.đ BeyondObedience.ca/fearlessđŁđŸ Bonus: Come join the free Living Beyond Obedience community on Facebook, where you can connect with like-minded dog lovers, ask questions, and share your journey.đ facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceđ” Music Credit: Shawn Trotter â shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover! đ¶Welcome to Part Two of the Beyond the Bark Series! In this episode, weâre tackling the questions about puppies and adult dogs when it comes to barking.As part of my contribution to a recent article on barking, I was asked:With puppies, what can we do to prevent barking at things like the doorbell, the garbage truck, or people passing by?What about adult dogs? Is it too late to train them out of barking?Hereâs what weâre unpacking today:Why the real key for puppies isnât âstopping barkingâ but socialization and exposureWhy itâs absolutely not too late for adult dogs â yes, they can learn new tricks!My go-to tip for helping your dog stop alert barking in real life situationsThis episode will give you practical steps for both puppies and adults so you can respond with clarity and confidence.xoxo,Tracy đđŁđŸ Next Steps:If you want to understand your dog on a deeper level so that everything gets easier, join me inside the Fearless Framework. Itâs where we break the fear cycle and build the kind of trust and confidence that makes barking less of a problem in the first place.đ BeyondObedience.ca/fearlessđŁđŸ Bonus: Come join the free Living Beyond Obedience community on Facebook, where you can connect with like-minded dog lovers, ask questions, and share your journey.đ facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceđ” Music Credit: Shawn Trotter â shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover! đ¶Welcome to Part One of my brand-new Beyond the Bark Series! This is the first of three episodes where weâre digging deep into one of the most common (and often misunderstood) dog behaviors: barking.Fun fact: I was recently asked to contribute to an article on barking (how interesting, right?), and in this episode Iâm sharing some of the answers I gave to the journalistâs questions.Hereâs what weâre covering today:The main reasons dogs bark â and the most common triggersThe difference between alert barking, demand barking, and separation barkingWhy barking isnât always âbadâ â it can also come from fear, play, or even curiosityWhether barking is natural or a learned response (hello, nature vs. nurture!)And yes⊠whether some dogs are simply more prone to barking based on their genetic makeupThis episode will help you stop seeing barking as ânoiseâ and start seeing it as communication.Hope you enjoy! xoxo,Tracy đđŁđŸ Next Steps:If you want to understand your dog on a deeper level so that everything gets easier, join me inside the Fearless Framework. Itâs where we break the fear cycle and build the kind of trust and confidence that makes barking less of a problem in the first place.đ BeyondObedience.ca/fearlessđŁđŸ Bonus: Come join the free Living Beyond Obedience community on Facebook, where you can connect with like-minded dog lovers, ask questions, and share your journey.đ facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceđ” Music Credit: Shawn Trotter â shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover! đŸEver feel a little weird about saying ânoâ to your dog?Like youâre doing something wrong or âun-positiveâ? đŹIn this episode, weâre unpacking the myth that ânoâ is a bad word in dog training.Weâll explore why clarity isnât cruel, why disagreement doesnât mean disconnection, and how using both yes and no helps build trust, confidence, and a real relationship with your dog.If youâve ever stood there, frozen, wondering what to do nextâor if youâve been stuck in the all-or-nothing world of dog training lingo (looking at you, âaversiveâ)âthis episode is for you.It's not about perfection. It's about understanding.Itâs about seeing the world through your dogâs eyes and becoming someone worth following.Because ânoâ isnât the enemyâconfusion is.Hope you enjoy this one.xoxoTracy đđâđŠș Next Step: Ready to take your relationship with your dog to the next level?Join the free Facebook community!𩮠Living Beyond Obedience Ready to take your relationship with your dog to the next level?Join the Fearless Frameworkâan incredible community of dog lovers just like you, all working to better understand themselves and their dogs through leadership, trust, and connection.đ Visit beyondobedience.ca/fearless to learn more.đ” Special music credit:Shawn Trotter â Shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover,Have you noticed your dog barking more lately? Acting out in ways that seem âout of the blueâ? Maybe every time someone walks inâor outâthe door, your dog launches into full-blown emotional mayhem. đ
Hereâs the truth: your dog feels it too.Whether itâs back-to-school chaos, a kid leaving for college, grief, stress, or just a shift in your household energyâdogs donât miss a beat. And what we often label as âbad behaviorâ is actually a cry for stability, connection, and leadership.In this episode, we unpack:Why transitions affect your dog more than you thinkHow emotional energy (yep, yours) shows up as reactivity, anxiety, and barkingWhy this isnât a training issueâand what to do insteadThe real meaning of trust-based leadership when youâre the one feeling unsteadyIf youâve ever found yourself saying âmy dog is driving me bananas right now,â but deep down know theyâre just trying to keep up with your changing worldâthis oneâs for you.Hope you enjoy this one,âTracyđŸ Next Steps:đ Be the first to know when something exciting is coming (hint: soon!)Join the mailing list at: beyondobedience.ca/contactđ„ Join the free community for support & honest conversation:facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondobedienceđ” Musical credit to ShawnTrotter of shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover đŸEver found yourself saying, âIâve tried everything and nothing is workingâŠâ?If your head is spinning and your dog still seems confused, youâre not brokenâand neither is your dog.Youâre just stuck in the noise.This episode is about why trying everything might actually be the thing holding you back⊠and how doing less can finally bring the calm and clarity youâve both been craving.Inside this episode:đŸ Why system-hopping creates noise, not progressđŸ How conflicting techniques confuse your dog (and rattle your own confidence)đŸ What happens when we rush to do instead of slowing down to seeđŸ Why quiet observation is your most underrated leadership toolđŸ A gentle practice to shift from chaos to connectionâstarting todaySpoiler alert: You donât need to try more.You need to see more.Because real transformation isnât about mastering a hundred training toolsâŠItâs about becoming someone your dog can count onâeven when youâre doing nothing at all.Hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to rate, share and leave a comment!Bye for now! TracyđŸ NEXT STEPS â Choose Your Own Adventure đŸđ Join the Free Facebook GroupSurround yourself with people who get it.The Living Beyond Obedience community is full of curious, committed, and kind-hearted dog lovers just like you.Come share your wins, your âHow interesting!â moments, and your questionsâwe're better together.đ facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceđ Take the Dogonalityâą QuizWondering why your dog does that thing?Want to understand their unique wiring so you can finally reach themânot just teach them?Take the quiz and discover your dogâs Dogonalityâą (it's more accurate than your zodiac sign đ)đ www.beyondobedience.ca/quizđ Step Inside the Fearless FrameworkOkay, real talk:Are you actually ready to make life with your dog easier, calmer, and (dare we say) enjoyable again?Then why aren't you already inside the Fearless Framework?!Inside, you'll learn how to:Connect with your dog on their level (not ours)Build trust without bribes, tools, or shoutingReach your dog where they are, so everything else gets easierYouâll stop second-guessing and start showing up as the calm, clear leader your dog already believes you can be.Interested? Letâs do this.đ www.beyondobedience.ca/fearlessđ Already know you want to BE in the Student community?Enrol HERE Special thanks to Shawn Trotter of shawntrotter.com for the music đ¶
Hey Dog Lover đŸWhat if your biggest goal right now wasnât âget the dog outsideââbut build enough trust that they want to go with you?In this episode, I share a real-life story from one of our new Facebook group members: Wendy, whose 6-month-old shelter pup is afraid to even step outside.No walks. No potty. Just pads and a whole lot of uncertainty.Sound familiar?Hereâs the truth:Fearful dogs donât need to be forced into bravery.They need someone to believe in first.Weâll explore:Why trust is more important than âgetting outsideâThe power of daily patterns to calm a nervous systemHow to stop pushing and start following your dogâs curiosityWhat âBE Withâ looks like in real lifeWhy comfort zones arenât a problemâtheyâre a starting pointThis isnât about âtraining through fear.âItâs about becoming someone your dog can lean into, not away from.Hope You Enjoy This One!CheersTracy đ Next Steps:If your dog shuts down, resists going outside, or just doesnât feel safe in the world yetâthis is exactly why I created the Fearless Framework.Inside, youâll learn how to:â
Break the fear cycleâ
Build real trust (before asking for more)â
Create a calm, predictable rhythmâ
Go from âpotty pad onlyâ to peaceful, connected walksđ This isnât obedience.Itâs the foundation for everything that comes after.đ beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearlessSpecial Thanks: đ” Music by Shawn Trotter
Hey Dog Lover đŸEver feel like youâre head-over-heels for your dog⊠but the feelingâs not exactly mutual?Youâre bringing the snacks, the snuggles, the âwhoâs a good boyâ energyâand heâs over there sniffing dirt like you donât even exist.Yeah. Weâve all been there.This episode is your loving-but-honest wake-up call:If your dog only checks in for treats, ghosts you in new places, or forgets you exist on walksâitâs not because they donât love you. Itâs because theyâre not into you⊠yet.Weâll cover:Why dogs aren't loyal to feelingsâthey're loyal to experiencesThe âHeâs Just Not That Into Youâ dating metaphor that explains so muchHow to stop begging for attention and start earning curiosityThe âPlay Hard to Getâ strategy to make yourself magnetic againHow connection â curiosity â leadership (in that order)This isnât about obedience.Itâs about relevance.And it starts with you becoming the most interesting thing in your dogâs world.Hope you enjoy! Tracy P.S.Next Steps đ¶Want your dog to want to be with youâeven when life is distracting?Inside the Fearless Framework, youâll learn how to:â
Build relationship-driven relevance that sticksâ
Flip âmehâ into âwowâ using curiosity-based strategiesâ
Guide your dogâs focusâwithout begging, bribing, or barkingâ
Become someone your dog chooses to follow, even in hard placesNo more chasing. No more clinging.Just a calm, confident connection that changes everything.Special Thanks: đ” Music by Shawn Trotter
Hey Dog Lover đŸDoes your dog panic the moment you pull into the vet clinic parking lot?Do you start sweating before the car's even in park?Vet visits with a fearful or reactive dog can feel like emotional combat.Youâre doing your bestâbut somehow it still ends in trembling, barking, and that deep, gnawing feeling: âWhy is this so hard?âHereâs the truth no one tells you:Youâre not failing.Your dogâs not broken.Youâre just both navigating a world that doesnât understand how safety is built.In this episode, weâll unpack:Why vet visits overload your dogâs nervous systemHow trauma sticksâand shows up in places you least expectWhat calm leadership actually looks like in the chaosA practical survival guide for tough vet daysA story of one very shaky car ride (and the lessons it taught me)If youâve ever wished the vet visit could just be less dramatic, this episode is your go-to plan for calm, clarity, and connectionâeven in the hard stuff.Hope You Enjoy! Tracy Next Steps đŸIf your dog spirals at the vetâand you spiral right along with themâyou donât need more treats. You need a better way to lead.Inside the Fearless Framework, youâll learn how to:Build trust before the crisis hitsHandle high-stress moments without shutting downWalk into the clinic like youâve got a plan (because you do)Be the calm in the chaosâeven when your dog is losing itThis isnât about âfixingâ your dog.Itâs about becoming someone they can follow through the hardest stuff.Come and be a part of an incredible community of dog lovers like you! I can't wait to start this journey with you. SPECIAL THANKS: đ” Music by Shawn Trotter
Hey Dog Lover đŸYouâve done everything right.Youâve loved hard. Youâve tried training, treats, supplementsâeven energy work.But your dog still barks at strangers. Still panics on walks. Still canât be trusted with guests or grandkids.So what gives?This episode is for the dog people who are holding heartbreak in one hand and a leash in the otherâwondering why nothingâs working, and what to do next.Weâll dig into:Why obedience and affection arenât enough for fearful dogsWhat it actually means to be relevant (hint: itâs not dominance)The leadership shift that changes everything: âHow interesting.âA simple âBE Withâ practice to rebuild trustâno commands, no foodA story from the barn that shows what real leadership looks like when it matters mostIf youâve ever whispered âI just want to trust my dog againâŠâThis conversation is your starting point.Hope you enjoy! TracyđŸBe sure to pop into the free Facebook group and say hi! Living Beyond ObedienceWant to stop managing behaviour and start leading with confidence?Come join the Fearless Frameworkâa relationship-first roadmap to help you and your dog build calm, trust, and resilienceânaturally.Because you already love your dog.Now itâs time to become someone they can rely on.đ” Music by Shawn Trotter
Hey Dog Lover đŸDid you know your dog can smell your stress?Not just sense itâliterally smell it. Cortisol has a scent, and our dogs pick up on it long before we say a word.In this episode, weâre unpacking how your dog reads your nervous system, why different Dogonalitiesâą respond in unique ways, and how to shift from reaction to calm, connected leadership.Youâll walk away with a fresh understanding of why obedience isnât the answerâand what to focus on instead to build real trust and safety.Hope you enjoy!~ TracyYour next steps đŸđ Take the Dogonalityâą Quiz â Discover your dogâs unique personality so you can meet them where they are.đŹ Join the free community: Living Beyond Obedience Facebook Group â A place for curious, kind, dog-loving humans like you.âš Ready to take the next step? Want to work with me and hang out with some truly incredible dog lovers?Come join us in the Fearless Frameworkâa relationship-first program designed to help you and your dog build calm confidence, mutual trust, and a life you both love living together.Special thanks to Shawn Trotter for the beautiful music đ¶
Hey there, Dog LoverđŸYou packed the treats, braced for meltdowns, and hoped your reactive dog wouldnât unravel the moment you left your driveway. But surprise! On vacation, your fearful dog was calm, confident, even easy.What gives?In this episode, Iâm diving into what I call the vacation effectâand why a change of scenery can reveal a whole new side of your reactive or anxious dog. Weâll talk about how triggers, habit loops, and environmental pressure can influence your dogâs behavior way more than you think. And how trust-based leadership, not treats or obedience drills, is what helps your dog truly relaxâeven away from home.Youâll walk away understanding:Why fewer reactive triggers can lead to better behaviourHow your own nervous system impacts your dogâs regulationWhat travel success tells us about trust, confidence, and relationship-based trainingThis isnât about romanticizing vacationâitâs about recognizing whatâs possible when your dog feels safe, supported, and seen.NEXT STEPS:Ready to step into a calm, confident role for your dog. Learn to be who your dog needs you to be so you can start enjoying life again. đ Join the Fearless Framework: beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearlessđ Connect in our free Facebook group, Living Beyond Obedience: facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondobedienceMusic by Shawn Trotter
Hey Dog Lover,đŸEver feel like you're never doing enough for your dog? Like your to-do list is longer than your leash, and somehow the walk still didnât happen?Youâre not alone. In this episode, weâre talking about the pressure to âdo moreâ and why that mindset might be getting in the way of the meaningful connection you and your dog both crave.From stories about juggling dogs and real life (hello summer chaos đ„”) to a surprising lesson I learned from a teacup during Toastmasters, weâll unpack:Why the word âmoreâ can feel like a mental brick wall đ§±How guilt and shame sneak into our leadership (and how to send them packing)The surprising power of being over doingWhy a 10-minute connection can mean more than a 2-hour checklistAnd how to start replacing "more" with "meaningful"âstarting todayYou'll hear from real dog lovers just like you, explore the psychology behind the overwhelm, and get practical tools to find fulfillment without the frenzy.Because guess what?Your dog doesnât need your perfection. They need your presence.So take a breath, be the reason, be the reward⊠and maybe today, just be.Hope you enjoy this one! Tracy NEXT STEPSđŸđŁJoin the Living Beyond Obedience community for support from like-minded dog loversDiscover your dogâs unique Dogonality Take the Quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quizReady to truly shift your dogâs confidence? Check out the Fearless Framework: Fearless FrameworkđŹ And P.S.âI mention my Toastmasters speech âThe Break Upâ in this one. The Break-up https://youtu.be/bda1PZK8AfQ?si=kjMznpG22BQm54Xl
Hey Dog Lover đŸWhat if the problem isnât your dogâs behavior⊠but how weâre communicating?In this episode, I share a powerful moment that shifted the way I think about leadership, clarity, and connection with our dogs. It's all about learning to ask instead of tellâand why that one shift makes such a big difference.Weâll explore how your posture, tone, and intention shape the way your dog respondsâand why asking with curiosity builds trust, while telling often creates tension.Whether your dog is bold, sensitive, or somewhere in between, this conversation will help you lead in a way that feels better for both of you.Hope you enjoy!~ TracyYour next steps đŸđ Take the Dogonalityâą Quiz â Discover your dogâs unique personality so you can communicate in a way that truly lands.đŹ Join our free community: Living Beyond Obedience Facebook Group â Connect with other like-minded dog lovers on the same journey.âš Ready to take the next step? Want to work with me and hang out with some incredible dog lovers?Join us in the Fearless Frameworkâa relationship-first program designed to help you and your dog build calm confidence, mutual trust, and a life of connection over correction.Special thanks to Shawn Trotter for the music đ¶Letâs lead with curiosity, not commands, and give our dogs a reason to say yes with confidence.
Hey there Dog Lover! đŸItâs fireworks season!And while we humans love the festivities... our dogs? Not so much.If your fearful dog hides under the bed or your reactive dog goes into full panic mode at every boom, this episode is for you.In todayâs chat, weâre diving into why loud noises like fireworks trigger fear-based behavioursâand how you can start building a more confident, resilient dog without relying on obedience commands, endless treats, or outdated training methods.Weâll talk about:Whatâs really happening in your dogâs nervous system during stressful eventsWhy relationship-based training works when traditional obedience doesnâtHow to build trust and relevance so your dog sees you as someone worth followingThe difference between managing fear vs. leading your dog through itIf youâre ready to step into calm, connected leadership, Iâm here to show you itâs possibleâwithout dominance, distractions, or âjust let them bark it outâ nonsense.âš Letâs replace confusion with clarityâand fear with confidence.Ready for Next Steps:đ Join the Fearless Framework: a 3-step, trust-building system to help your fearful or reactive dog gain confidence and calmânaturally. beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearlessđ Come hang out in our free Facebook community Living Beyond Obedience: facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondobedienceMusic by Shawn Trotter
Hey Dog Lover đŸEver feel like your dog is ignoring you⊠but without actually doing anything wrong?Welcome to the world of the Left Brain Introvert (LBI)âthe deep-thinking, cautious, often misunderstood Dogonalityâą who isnât saying ânoâ⊠but definitely isnât saying âyesâ either. And that matters. A lot.In this episode, weâre diving into:What Dogonalityâą really is (and why it changes everything)Why your âlazyâ dog might actually be leading the relationshipThe sneaky leadership leaks that happen with quiet dogsHow to uncover true fulfillment for your LBI (hint: itâs not fetch)Weâll explore how subtle leadershipânot pressure, not treatsâis what builds real trust with these thoughtful dogs. And Iâll give you one simple action step to start earning their yes... one calm, clear moment at a time.âš Want to know your dogâs unique Dogonalityâą?Take the free quiz here â www.beyondobedience.ca/quizđŸ Ready to go deeper and break the fear cycle for good?Join the Fearless Framework â www.beyondobedience.ca/fearlessJoin before July to grab some incredible bonuses!đ¶ Music by Shawn Trotter â shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover đŸYouâve probably heard that âleadership matters.â But what does that actually look like in your daily life with your dog? No jargon. No treat pouch. Just real-life leadership your dog can trust.In Part 2 of this two-part series, weâre diving into the Secret Sauceâthe stuff that makes your dog want to follow you, even when youâre not âtraining.âSpoiler alert: it has everything to do with how you show up and nothing to do with how many reps you do.Youâll learn:The Leadership Scorecard (and how your dog keeps track every day)Why relevance is everythingâand how your dog sees you through a survival lensWhat true fulfillment looks like (and why you have to be part of it)Plus, Iâll share one of my favourite quotes from Dr. Bruce Fogle thatâll shift how you see your role in your dogâs life forever.If this sounds like the kind of connection youâve been craving, youâll feel right at home inside the Fearless Frameworkâmy relationship-first program for dog lovers who want more trust, less tension, and a partnership built on calm leadership and real understanding.Hope you enjoy,âTracy đŸ NEXT STEPS:đ§ Want to know your dog's unique Dogonalityâą? Take the free quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quizđ Ready to lead with trust, not treats? Join the Fearless Framework: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearlessMusic credit: Shawn Trotter â â www.shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover đŸHave you ever looked at your dog mid-chaos and thought, âHe should know better by nowâ?You're not alone. That thought creeps in when you're tired, frustrated, or just not up for another round of treat-pouch training. But what if the real issue isn't your dog "knowing better"... it's that the kind of training you're doing doesn't feel sustainableâor satisfying?In this episode, weâre unpacking the hidden pressure behind traditional dog training and talking about what to do when you just donât want to train anymore.(And no, youâre not a bad dog person for feeling that way.)Youâll learn:Why youâre not lazy (youâre just not a professional trainerâand thatâs okay)The real reason traditional obedience doesnât stickWhat to focus on instead: connection, trust, and a leadership style that fits your lifeWeâll also reflect on your current relationship with your dogâand invite you to redefine it in a way that actually works for both of you.If this conversation resonates, youâll love what weâre doing inside the Fearless Frameworkâmy online program and community that teaches you how to lead with trust, clarity, and calm.Itâs not about obedience. Itâs about becoming someone your dog wants to follow.Hope you enjoy,âTracy đŸ NEXT STEPS:đ« Curious about your dog's unique Dogonality? Take the free quiz at www.beyondobedience.ca/quizđ¶ Want to build confidence, trust, and connection that lasts? Join the Fearless Framework: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearlessMusic credit: Shawn Trotter â â www.shawntrotter.com
Hey Dog Lover,đŸHow many times have you said, âMy dog just needs more trainingâŠâ?Hereâs the truth bomb:If your dog knows âsit,â âstay,â and âcomeâ (even inconsistently)âtheyâre trained.So if theyâre still not listening, itâs not about obedience.Itâs about relationship.In this episode, weâll explore:Why more training wonât fix a communication gapHow obedience and leadership are not the same thingWhen to use structure⊠and when to just be with your dogWhy some dogs love obedienceâand others resist it for good reasonHow understanding your dogâs Dogonalityâą will change everything about how you show upIf your gut says âThere has to be another way,ââyouâre right. And that way? Starts here.Hope you enjoy this one!Talk soon,Tracyđ± Ready to stop second-guessing and start showing up with calm, confident leadership?Inside the Fearless Framework, Iâll teach you my proven 3-step trust system to help your dog break the fear cycle, build confidence, and actually want to follow your lead.This isnât a quick fix. Itâs a total mindset shift.Itâs where âjust good dogsâ are madeâand where you become the reason and the reward in your dogâs life.đ Join us now at www.beyondobedience.ca/fearlessđŸ Not sure where to start?Take the free Dogonalityâą Quiz and discover your dogâs unique leadership and learning style â www.beyondobedience.ca/quizđŹ Want a place to learn, vent, and celebrate the small wins?Join the free Facebook community â www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceMusic credit: Shawn Trotter â â www.shawntrotter.com