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

Author: Tracy Franken: Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist

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 prepare yourself to take your dog for a walk around the block? Hey there! Im 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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184 | Ready to Stop Controlling Your Reactive Dog? The Shift That Changes Everything
Episode 184
Thursday, 5 March, 2026

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾In this episode, I’m diving into a powerful shift that changes everything: control yourself and influence the dog — don’t try to control the dog.If you have a reactive or fearful dog, it’s easy to fall into control mode. More commands. More management. More micromanaging every situation. It feels responsible. It feels proactive. But what if it’s actually keeping you stuck?We’ll explore the difference between control and influence, why hesitation erodes leadership, and how real change begins when you stop waiting for your dog to calm down so you can feel steady. This conversation will challenge you — gently — to consider whether you’re truly ready for change… not just for your dog, but for yourself.Hope you enjoy this one! Tracy xoxoNEXT STEPS 👣🐾Calm Down, Dog! Bootcamp (FREE Live Event – March 17-19th)This is where we explore what leadership actually looks like to a dog, how your presence shapes behaviour, and how to shift from control to influence in real time.👉 https://beyondobedience.ca/bootcampLiving Beyond Obedience (Free Facebook Community)Join thoughtful dog owners having grounded, real conversations about life with reactive and fearful dogs.👉 www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceReady to work with me? Join the Fearless Framework! 12-month online course and community where you will learn how easy it can be to live with your dog! Learn more atwww.beyondobedience.ca/fearless CONTACT ME:Contact → https://beyondobedience.ca/contactPodcast → Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or https://beyondobedience.ca/podcastConnect → Join the free Facebook group Living Beyond ObedienceResources → Take the Dogonality Quiz at https://beyondobedience.ca/quiz