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Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive DogsAuthor: Tracy Franken- Dog Trainer, Vet Tech, Dog Lover,
Do you wish you could enjoy life with your dog again? Are you struggling with a reactive, fearful, anxious, or misunderstood dog? Do walks, visitors, or everyday situations leave you feeling stressed, frustrated, or embarrassed? I'm Tracy Franken, a retired vet tech turned dog trainer. I discovered the secret to a life of ease with my dogs; Through trust-based training, and a deeper understanding of dog behaviour, I'll help you build confidence, strengthen your relationship, and create a dog you can trust in the real world. Because lasting change starts with understanding the dog you love. Language: en-ca Genres: Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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222 | Training Harder Isn't Working... Here's Why
Episode 222
Thursday, 16 July, 2026
Hey Dog Lover đŸHave you ever felt like you're doing all the right things... but somehow things still aren't getting better?Do you find yourself constantly searching for the next training tip, tool, strategy, or solution?Have you ever wondered if trying harder might actually be making things more difficult?In this episode, we're talking about something many dog owners experience but rarely recognize:The pressure that comes from constantly trying to fix everything.Because when our dogs struggle, our natural response is often to do more.More training.More management.More research.More effort.But what if the answer isn't always more?What if the answer is understanding?We'll talk about:đŸ Why trying harder is our natural human responseđŸ How pressure can unintentionally affect our dogsđŸ The connection between uncertainty and controlđŸ Why every interaction doesn't need to become a training sessionđŸ What Levi taught me about removing pressuređŸ How curiosity creates opportunities for growthand why sometimes the biggest breakthroughs happen when we stop asking:"What else do I need to do?"and start asking:"What am I not understanding yet?"Because dog ownership isn't supposed to feel like a never-ending problem to solve.It's supposed to be a relationship to experience.Hope you enjoy this one!Tracy xoxoxRESOURCESđŸ Join the Fearless Framework:â https://beyondobedience.ca/fearlessâ đŸ Take the Quiz!â https://www.beyondobedience.ca/quizâ đŸ Read the blog!â https://beyondobedience.ca/blogâ Connect with ME!Contact â â info@beyondobedience.caâ Podcast â â https://beyondobedience.ca/podcastâ Connect â â https://facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedienceâ Resources â â https://www.beyondobedience.ca/quizâ Merch â â https://www.beyondobedience.ca/storeâ đŁ NEXT STEPS đŸStep 1: Join a supportive community of dog owners learning how to build trust, clarity, and healthier partnerships with their dogs inside the free Facebook group Living Beyond Obedience.Step 2: Take the Dogonality Quiz to better understand how your dog naturally responds to stress, pressure, and relationship dynamics.đ â https://www.beyondobedience.ca/quizâ Step 3: Learn how to navigate fearful, reactive, and emotionally complex behaviour with more confidence and clarity inside The Fearless Framework.đ â https://beyondobedience.ca/fearlessâ Music Credit đ¶: Shawn Trotterâ www.shawntrotter.comâ
