126 | Your Dog Isn't a Fur Baby- But You are Still A Parent
Hey Dog Lover! 🐾Okay… so I don’t love the term “fur baby.” 🙃But you know what? If you’re showing up, leading, loving, and learning alongside your dog—you are still parenting. Just not in the “let’s dress up for brunch” kind of way.In this episode, I’m sharing a story about the time a parenting coach absolutely went off on me for suggesting that dog leadership and parenting might have something in common. Spoiler alert: her own story accidentally proved my point.We’ll talk about:Why “pet parenting” gets a bad rap (and how to do it better)The 5 principles of parenting (from expert Dr. Aliza Pressman) that directly apply to dogsHow to lead your dog without dominating—or disappearingWhy repair matters more than perfection (yep, even with your dog)This one isn’t about raising “obedient” dogs—it’s about becoming the person your dog feels safe to follow.“Am I messing this up?”“Will my dog ever forgive me?”“Why is this SO hard sometimes?”Then press play. You’re not alone—and you’re doing better than you think.Come check out the Fearless Framework—the relationship-first way to lead your fearful or reactive dog with heart, not just habits.Hope you enjoy this one!TracyBe sure to like, share and rate the show!NEXT STEPS 👣🐾Join the Free Facebook Group Living Beyond Obedience for a like-minded fun community! Ready to take this dog thing to the next level?Join the Fearless Framework Student Community. Learn how to reach your dog so that everything else gets easier! Special thanks to Shawn Trotter for the music. 🎶Links:Mels Robbins Episode with an interview with Dr Aliza Pressman
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125 | Feeling Exhausted: Having a Dog Isn’t Supposed to Be This Much Work
Hey Dog Lover 🐾You love your dog.But if you're feeling frustrated, short-tempered, or just plain tired—this episode is for you.Because here’s the truth:You were told to train more. Socialize more. Enrich more.But what happens when you don’t have anything more to give?If having a dog is starting to feel like a full-time job... how interesting.In this episode, we explore why the relationship might feel heavier than it should:Why constant cueing means you’re always leading the dance (and that’s exhausting)How micromanaging your dog signals a lack of trustWhy bribery might feel like connection—but isn’tAnd how over-correcting chips away at your dog’s confidence and your ownThis isn’t about trying harder.It’s about trying differently.Let’s trade control for connection.Let’s shift from obedience to leadership.And let’s build a relationship that feels sustainable—for both of you.Hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to leave a rating, review, or a comment to let me know you're enjoying this.NEXT STEPS 🐾👣If you’re ready to stop micromanaging and start mentoring—The Fearless Framework helps you:🐾 Build a relationship rooted in trust, not transactions🐾 Let go of constant correcting and managing🐾 Lead with calm, confident clarity—without burning outLearn more: beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearlessSpecial thanks to music composer Shawn Trotter at shawntrotter.com
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124 | Help A Fearful Dog Out. Don't Make it Weird
Hey Dog Lover 🐾You see a scared dog—and your heart jumps in to help.So you crouch down, soften your voice, toss out a “hi sweetie”… and maybe even offer a little face-level fist bump of encouragement. You know... "smell my hand, I am a good person" And yet... the dog shrinks back even more.Yikes.Here’s the truth:When dogs are feeling uncertain, we often get weird. We shrink ourselves, change our energy, or turn into a Disney side character trying to soothe a fear that actually needs leadership, not pity.This episode is your reminder that being calm, clear, and normal is often the best thing you can offer a fearful dog.We’ll unpack:Why your tone, posture, and energy matter more than your wordsHow well-meaning “comforting” behaviours can actually confuse and pressure your dogWhat dogs really need in moments of uncertainty (hint: not a squeaky-voiced cheerleader)How to show up as steady—instead of shrinking downWhen in doubt, don’t overdo it. Don’t over-emote.Just lead. And don’t make it weird.Hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to leave a rating, review, or a comment to let me know you're enjoying this.NEXT STEPS 🐾👣Want to know how to respond in a way that builds trust—even in hard moments?Inside the Fearless Framework, you'll learn how to:🐾 Read your dog’s signals without second-guessing🐾 Build calm confidence without coddling🐾 Lead in a way that feels safe—for both of youJoin us at: beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearlessSpecial thanks to music composer Shawn Trotter at shawntrotter.com
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123 | When Your Dog Training Isn’t Working: 3 Signs It’s Not a Training Problem
Hey Dog Lover,🐾If you’ve ever looked at your dog and thought, “But you know this… why aren’t you doing it?” — I see you. And I promise, you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really going on when your training isn’t landing—and why it might not be about training at all. 🤯We’ll unpack 3 signs that your dog’s behaviour has less to do with disobedience and everything to do with trust, leadership, and nervous system overwhelm.Here’s what we dig into:Why your dog knows it—but doesn’t do it when it countsHow treat-bribing and over-cueing can quietly erode trustWhat your dog needs instead of more reps or louder commandsWe’ll also talk about that “I feel like a treat-dispensing robot” vibe—because the goal isn’t constant managing. The goal is calm, connected leadership that actually works in real life.💭 What if it’s not about getting your dog to listen louder… but helping them feel safer to follow?Let’s get curious (you know I love a good “How interesting!” moment), and gently shift from control to connection—one paw print at a time.Hope you enjoy this one,Tracy 🐾Be the reason and the reward in your dog’s life.NEXT STEPS 🐾👣Are you inside our free Facebook community?Come join us in Living Beyond Obedience—where we talk all things trust, relevance, and relationship-first dog life. www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🐾 Ready to Do This Thing?If you're tired of doing all the things and still not seeing the shift...✨ Let's make living with your dog so much easier.Join Fearless Framework—and build lasting confidence for you and your dog! www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless
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122 | The Answers to Questions You Never Asked: Helping a Fearful Dog Trust Again
Hey Dog Lover 🐾What if your biggest goal right now wasn’t “get the dog outside”—but 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?Here’s the truth:Fearful dogs don’t need to be forced into bravery.They need someone to believe in first.We’ll explore:Why trust is more important than “getting outside”The power of daily patterns to calm a nervous systemHow to stop pushing and start following your dog’s curiosityWhat “BE With” looks like in real lifeWhy comfort zones aren’t a problem—they’re a starting pointThis isn’t about “training through fear.”It’s about becoming someone your dog can lean into, not away from.Hope You Enjoy This One!CheersTracy 🐕 Next Steps:If your dog shuts down, resists going outside, or just doesn’t feel safe in the world yet—this is exactly why I created the Fearless Framework.Inside, you’ll learn how to:✅ Break the fear cycle✅ Build real trust (before asking for more)✅ Create a calm, predictable rhythm✅ Go from “potty pad only” to peaceful, connected walks🎉 This isn’t obedience.It’s the foundation for everything that comes after.👉 beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearlessSpecial Thanks: 🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter
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Hey there! I’m 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 “just good dogs” 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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