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

Hey Dog Lover 🐾It’s the Monday after Bootcamp… and Thanksgiving here in Canada. 🇨🇦So I wanted to offer something simple, grounding, and honestly—really powerful.Because training probably takes up, what? Maybe 5–10% of your day tops?So what’s happening in the other 95%?That’s where your dog is learning the most about who you are—and where your bond is really being built.In this episode, I’ll walk you through 3 simple things you can do today (no training required!) to strengthen connection, deepen trust, and help your dog feel safe in your everyday life.🔹 Be QuietIf you want to talk to your dog... shut your mouth. (Yep—Nelson said it first. 😉)We spend so much time narrating, cueing, correcting—that we forget to actually listen.Try this: spend 5–15 minutes moving through your world with your dog in silence.Observe. Notice. Let the quiet speak.Because the quiet moments are where the real communication happens.🔹 Notice How You Move Through SpaceYour presence affects your dog—every time you move, shift, or reach.Leadership starts with noticing, not controlling.So today, just pay attention:How does your dog respond when you walk into a room or step closer?No fixing. No labeling. Just awareness.🔹 Be Curious About What Matters to Your DogIf your dog stops to explore something—go see what it is.Not to redirect. Not to control. Just to witness it with them.That tiny act of curiosity says, “What matters to you, matters to me.”And that’s where mutual relevance—and trust—grow.You don’t need to “do” more training to build a better bond.You need:✨ More silence✨ More noticing✨ More genuine curiosityWhen you change how you show up in the everyday moments, your dog will feel it—and your relationship will grow stronger.So… which one can you try today?Hope you enjoy this one! Tracy xoxoxNEXT STEPS 👣🐾🎉 Missed Bootcamp?You can still catch the replays and learn what calm, confident leadership really looks like to your dog.🦴 Watch or join at: Calm Down, Dog Bootcamp👥 Join our free community!Come hang out with us inside Living Beyond Obedience, my private Facebook group where we talk about leadership, trust, and what it really means to be your dog’s safe place.👉 www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🎵 Podcast music by Shawn Trotter → shawntrotter.com

Dear Dog Lover 🐾Someone once asked me what good training looks like.And I said — it looks like nothing at all.Because when it’s good — when the relationship is solid — you don’t have to do much.It’s quiet. It’s steady. It’s felt.That’s not control.That’s leadership.In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers on a word that’s tossed around a lot in the dog world — leadership — and looking at what it actually means to your dog.Because here’s the thing…Leadership doesn’t look like “being in charge.”It looks like awareness.It looks like calm in uncertainty.It looks like trust you can feel.You’ll hear stories about Gunther (of course 😉) and how real leadership isn’t loud, reactive, or over-commanding — it’s quiet consistency. It’s being the one who notices, who moves first, who says with energy alone, “I’ve got this. You don’t have to worry.”“You don’t have to be louder than your dog.You just have to be calmer than their fear.”This episode is for you if:You’ve been trying to lead but it feels like micromanagingYou’ve ever confused obedience with influenceYou’re ready to show up in a way your dog actually feels safe followingBecause leadership isn’t positional — it’s relational.You don’t earn it through control.You earn it through clarity, consistency, and calm.Hope you enjoy! Please be sure to share! Rate! and Comment! Tracy xoxoxNEXT STEPS 👣🐾🎉 If you’ve been part of the Calm Down, Dog! Bootcamp this week — this is the work.You’re already practicing what leadership looks and feels like to your dog.And if you’re just tuning in, it’s not too late.You can still catch the replays, join the conversations, and start showing up in a way your dog truly feels.🦴 Save your spot at beyondobedience.ca/bootcamp🎵 Podcast music by Shawn Trotter → shawntrotter.com

Dear Dog Lover 🐾You’ve probably heard it before — “Your dog’s behavior problems are rooted in fear.”And while that might be true, fear itself isn’t the problem.Fear is normal. It’s necessary. It’s survival.In this episode, we unpack what really happens when your dog feels fear — and how your response to it can either build trust or break connection.You’ll hear stories about Gunther, my young pup, and how sitting quietly in a field turned fear into calm… and how standing tall during a siren helped him regulate through trust instead of redirection.Because here’s the truth:✨ Fear doesn’t need to be fixed. It needs to be felt, seen, and walked through — together.If we rush to correct or distract, we risk missing the very thing our dogs need most: a partner in survival.This episode is for you if:You’ve ever tried to “train away” your dog’s fearYou’re curious about what real emotional safety looks likeYou want to learn how to lead with calm confidence (instead of commands)Hope you enjoy! Be sure to share, rate or comment! Tracy xoxoxNEXT STEPS 👣🐾🎉 Join the Calm Down, Dog! Bootcamp — happening October 7–9!Learn the skills to help your dog process fear, build confidence, and feel safe again — without obedience drills or overwhelm.🦴 Save your seat here: beyondobedience.ca/bootcamp🎵 Podcast music by Shawn Trotter → shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover 🐾In this special behind-the-scenes episode, you’ll be listening in on a powerful coaching moment from inside The Fearless Framework community.This time, I’m working with Candice and her dog, Arlo, as we do a real-time video analysis of Arlo’s behaviour. It’s a super cool conversation where we get to slow things down, look closely at what’s really going on, and talk through what Candice can do next to help Arlo feel more confident and supported.She walks away with tactical steps—and you might, too.Hope you enjoy! Please be sure to Follow, Share and/ or Leave a Review! Tracy xoxoNEXT STEPS 👣🐾🎉 Want your own chance to get coaching like this—for free?It’s not too late to join the Calm Down, Dog! Bootcamp, happening live September 7th–9th.We’ll dive deep into what actually helps fearful and reactive dogs feel safe—and on Day 3, I’ll be doing live coaching, just like this.🦴 Save your seat at beyondobedience.ca/bootcampPodcast music provided by shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover 🐾This one might come with a little ambient background noise, courtesy of my son mowing the lawn — because hey, life doesn’t pause when you're trying to record a podcast. 😅But while he’s out there pushing a mower, we’re in here pushing back on one of the most common (and misguided) pieces of training advice:“Just ignore the behaviour you don’t like.”Here’s the truth:Ignoring your dog’s behaviour can frustrate your dog as much as it does you.And it definitely doesn’t help them feel safer or more supported.In this episode, I’m sharing:Why ignoring behaviour can actually make things worseThe story of Gunther and the crate — and how I handled it (hint: it wasn’t with treats or silence)What it really looks like to model the behaviour you want instead of waiting for it to appearWhy your dog needs leadership, not just passivityThe truth is: your dog isn’t trying to be difficult.They are being a dog, and you have to give them feedback. Do you agree with this behaviour? Or not? Either way, they need to know. Hope you enjoy this! Please be sure to share, rate and review! Tracy xoxoxHINT: If you say nothing, you have *agreed* with the behaviour. 🐾👣 Next Steps:Join the {Free} 3 day Bootcamp! Have you been told you’re the problem in your dog’s behaviour?Maybe it was a trainer.Maybe it was the internet.Maybe it was your own inner critic whispering that if you were just more consistent, more firm, more “alpha” or more positive… your dog would be fixed by now.Here’s the truth:You are not the problem.But you are the solution.In the Calm Down, Dog! Bootcamp, we’re leaving behind the blame — and picking up the real tools that create lasting change.Over 3 days, I’ll show you how to:Stop trying to train your dog out of behavior that comes from stress or confusionShift from reactivity to relationshipLead in a way that feels good for both of youUnderstand what your dog really needs from you — and how to give it without bribery or burnoutThis Bootcamp isn’t about obedience.It’s about ownership — of your energy, your leadership, and your connection with your dog.If you’ve ever been made to feel like you’re doing it all wrong… come hang out with me instead. We do things differently here.Join the Calm Down, Dog! Bootcamp⁠beyondobedience.ca/bootcamp⁠Special music credit to Shawn Trotterwww.shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾In this delightfully spontaneous episode, we’re keeping it real because, well, life happens! I’m 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. “How interesting!” you’ll hear me say because it’s 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. It’s a bit of a mixed bag episode, but I promise it’ll be full of heart, a few laughs, and some thoughtful reflections on how to raise a confident, curious pup.Next steps👣🐾 If you’re eager to dive deeper into creating calm and confidence with your own dog, don’t miss our upcoming Calm Down Dog Bootcamp! It’s happening October 7-9th, and you can fetch all the details at beyondobedience.ca/bootcamp. Let’s be the reason and the reward in our dogs’ lives, together. 😉

Hey Dog Lover! 🐶Welcome to Part Three of the Beyond the Bark Series! In this final episode, we’re wrapping up my contribution to a recent article on barking with some of the most practical — and controversial — questions around the topic.Here’s what we’re 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 “free reign” often leaves dogs feeling like they have to control too much real estateThe controversial topic of bark collars, shock tools, and water guns — 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 💛👣🐾 Next Steps:If you want to understand your dog on a deeper level so that everything gets easier, join me inside the Fearless Framework. It’s 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.👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless👣🐾 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.👉 facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter – shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐶Welcome to Part Two of the Beyond the Bark Series! In this episode, we’re 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?Here’s what we’re unpacking today:Why the real key for puppies isn’t “stopping barking” but socialization and exposureWhy it’s absolutely not too late for adult dogs — 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 💛👣🐾 Next Steps:If you want to understand your dog on a deeper level so that everything gets easier, join me inside the Fearless Framework. It’s 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.👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless👣🐾 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.👉 facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter – shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐶Welcome to Part One of my brand-new Beyond the Bark Series! This is the first of three episodes where we’re 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 I’m sharing some of the answers I gave to the journalist’s questions.Here’s what we’re covering today:The main reasons dogs bark — and the most common triggersThe difference between alert barking, demand barking, and separation barkingWhy barking isn’t always “bad” — 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 “noise” and start seeing it as communication.Hope you enjoy! xoxo,Tracy 💛👣🐾 Next Steps:If you want to understand your dog on a deeper level so that everything gets easier, join me inside the Fearless Framework. It’s 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.👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless👣🐾 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.👉 facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter – shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾Ever feel a little weird about saying “no” to your dog?Like you’re doing something wrong or “un-positive”? 😬In this episode, we’re unpacking the myth that “no” is a bad word in dog training.We’ll explore why clarity isn’t cruel, why disagreement doesn’t mean disconnection, and how using both yes and no helps build trust, confidence, and a real relationship with your dog.If you’ve ever stood there, frozen, wondering what to do next—or if you’ve been stuck in the all-or-nothing world of dog training lingo (looking at you, “aversive”)—this episode is for you.It's not about perfection. It's about understanding.It’s about seeing the world through your dog’s eyes and becoming someone worth following.Because “no” isn’t the enemy—confusion is.Hope you enjoy this one.xoxoTracy 💛🐕‍🦺 Next Step: Ready to take your relationship with your dog to the next level?Join the free Facebook community!🦴 Living Beyond Obedience Ready to take your relationship with your dog to the next level?Join the Fearless Framework—an incredible community of dog lovers just like you, all working to better understand themselves and their dogs through leadership, trust, and connection.👉 Visit beyondobedience.ca/fearless to learn more.🎵 Special music credit:Shawn Trotter – Shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover,Have you noticed your dog barking more lately? Acting out in ways that seem “out of the blue”? Maybe every time someone walks in—or out—the door, your dog launches into full-blown emotional mayhem. 😅Here’s the truth: your dog feels it too.Whether it’s back-to-school chaos, a kid leaving for college, grief, stress, or just a shift in your household energy—dogs don’t miss a beat. And what we often label as “bad behavior” 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 isn’t a training issue—and what to do insteadThe real meaning of trust-based leadership when you’re the one feeling unsteadyIf you’ve ever found yourself saying “my dog is driving me bananas right now,” but deep down know they’re just trying to keep up with your changing world—this one’s for you.Hope you enjoy this one,—Tracy🐾 Next Steps:💌 Be the first to know when something exciting is coming (hint: soon!)Join the mailing list at: beyondobedience.ca/contact👥 Join the free community for support & honest conversation:facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondobedience🎵 Musical credit to ShawnTrotter of shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Ever found yourself saying, “I’ve tried everything and nothing is working…”?If your head is spinning and your dog still seems confused, you’re not broken—and neither is your dog.You’re 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 you’ve both been craving.Inside this episode:🐾 Why system-hopping creates noise, not progress🐾 How conflicting techniques confuse your dog (and rattle your own confidence)🐾 What happens when we rush to do instead of slowing down to see🐾 Why quiet observation is your most underrated leadership tool🐾 A gentle practice to shift from chaos to connection—starting todaySpoiler alert: You don’t need to try more.You need to see more.Because real transformation isn’t about mastering a hundred training tools…It’s about becoming someone your dog can count on—even when you’re doing nothing at all.Hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to rate, share and leave a comment!Bye for now! Tracy🐾 NEXT STEPS — Choose Your Own Adventure 🐾🎉 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 “How interesting!” moments, and your questions—we're better together.👉 facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🐕 Take the Dogonality™ QuizWondering why your dog does that thing?Want to understand their unique wiring so you can finally reach them—not just teach them?Take the quiz and discover your dog’s Dogonality™ (it's more accurate than your zodiac sign 😉)👉 www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz💛 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 easierYou’ll stop second-guessing and start showing up as the calm, clear leader your dog already believes you can be.Interested? Let’s do this.👉 www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless👉 Already know you want to BE in the Student community?Enrol HERE Special thanks to Shawn Trotter of shawntrotter.com for the music 🎶

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

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Ever feel like you’re head-over-heels for your dog… but the feeling’s not exactly mutual?You’re bringing the snacks, the snuggles, the “who’s a good boy” energy—and he’s over there sniffing dirt like you don’t even exist.Yeah. We’ve 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 walks—it’s not because they don’t love you. It’s because they’re not into you… yet.We’ll cover:Why dogs aren't loyal to feelings—they're loyal to experiencesThe “He’s Just Not That Into You” dating metaphor that explains so muchHow to stop begging for attention and start earning curiosityThe “Play Hard to Get” strategy to make yourself magnetic againHow connection → curiosity → leadership (in that order)This isn’t about obedience.It’s about relevance.And it starts with you becoming the most interesting thing in your dog’s world.Hope you enjoy! Tracy P.S.Next Steps 🐶Want your dog to want to be with you—even when life is distracting?Inside the Fearless Framework, you’ll learn how to:✅ Build relationship-driven relevance that sticks✅ Flip “meh” into “wow” using curiosity-based strategies✅ Guide your dog’s focus—without begging, bribing, or barking✅ 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: 🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Does 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.You’re doing your best—but somehow it still ends in trembling, barking, and that deep, gnawing feeling: “Why is this so hard?”Here’s the truth no one tells you:You’re not failing.Your dog’s not broken.You’re just both navigating a world that doesn’t understand how safety is built.In this episode, we’ll unpack:Why vet visits overload your dog’s nervous systemHow trauma sticks—and 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 you’ve ever wished the vet visit could just be less dramatic, this episode is your go-to plan for calm, clarity, and connection—even in the hard stuff.Hope You Enjoy! Tracy Next Steps 🐾If your dog spirals at the vet—and you spiral right along with them—you don’t need more treats. You need a better way to lead.Inside the Fearless Framework, you’ll learn how to:Build trust before the crisis hitsHandle high-stress moments without shutting downWalk into the clinic like you’ve got a plan (because you do)Be the calm in the chaos—even when your dog is losing itThis isn’t about “fixing” your dog.It’s 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: 🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter

Hey Dog Lover 🐾You’ve done everything right.You’ve loved hard. You’ve tried training, treats, supplements—even energy work.But your dog still barks at strangers. Still panics on walks. Still can’t 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 other—wondering why nothing’s working, and what to do next.We’ll dig into:Why obedience and affection aren’t enough for fearful dogsWhat it actually means to be relevant (hint: it’s not dominance)The leadership shift that changes everything: “How interesting.”A simple “BE With” practice to rebuild trust—no commands, no foodA story from the barn that shows what real leadership looks like when it matters mostIf you’ve ever whispered “I just want to trust my dog again…”This conversation is your starting point.Hope you enjoy! Tracy🐾Be 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 Framework—a relationship-first roadmap to help you and your dog build calm, trust, and resilience—naturally.Because you already love your dog.Now it’s time to become someone they can rely on.🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Did you know your dog can smell your stress?Not just sense it—literally smell it. Cortisol has a scent, and our dogs pick up on it long before we say a word.In this episode, we’re unpacking how your dog reads your nervous system, why different Dogonalities™ respond in unique ways, and how to shift from reaction to calm, connected leadership.You’ll walk away with a fresh understanding of why obedience isn’t the answer—and what to focus on instead to build real trust and safety.Hope you enjoy!~ TracyYour next steps 🐾🌀 Take the Dogonality™ Quiz – Discover your dog’s unique personality so you can meet them where they are.💬 Join the free community: Living Beyond Obedience Facebook Group – A place for curious, kind, dog-loving humans like you.✨ 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 Framework—a 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 🎶

Hey there, Dog Lover🐾You packed the treats, braced for meltdowns, and hoped your reactive dog wouldn’t unravel the moment you left your driveway. But surprise! On vacation, your fearful dog was calm, confident, even easy.What gives?In this episode, I’m diving into what I call the vacation effect—and why a change of scenery can reveal a whole new side of your reactive or anxious dog. We’ll talk about how triggers, habit loops, and environmental pressure can influence your dog’s behavior way more than you think. And how trust-based leadership, not treats or obedience drills, is what helps your dog truly relax—even away from home.You’ll walk away understanding:Why fewer reactive triggers can lead to better behaviourHow your own nervous system impacts your dog’s regulationWhat travel success tells us about trust, confidence, and relationship-based trainingThis isn’t about romanticizing vacation—it’s about recognizing what’s 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. 👉 Join the Fearless Framework: beyond-obedience.thrivecart.com/fearless👉 Connect in our free Facebook group, Living Beyond Obedience: facebook.com/groups/livingbeyondobedienceMusic by Shawn Trotter

Hey Dog Lover,🐾Ever 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 didn’t happen?You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about the pressure to “do more” 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 🥵) to a surprising lesson I learned from a teacup during Toastmasters, we’ll unpack:Why the word “more” can feel like a mental brick wall 🧱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"—starting 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 doesn’t 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 STEPS🐾👣Join the Living Beyond Obedience community for support from like-minded dog loversDiscover your dog’s unique Dogonality Take the Quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quizReady to truly shift your dog’s confidence? Check out the Fearless Framework: Fearless Framework💬 And P.S.—I mention my Toastmasters speech “The Break Up” in this one. The Break-up https://youtu.be/bda1PZK8AfQ?si=kjMznpG22BQm54Xl

Hey Dog Lover 🐾What if the problem isn’t your dog’s behavior… but how we’re 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 tell—and why that one shift makes such a big difference.We’ll explore how your posture, tone, and intention shape the way your dog responds—and 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 🐾🌀 Take the Dogonality™ Quiz – Discover your dog’s unique personality so you can communicate in a way that truly lands.💬 Join our free community: Living Beyond Obedience Facebook Group – Connect with other like-minded dog lovers on the same journey.✨ Ready to take the next step? Want to work with me and hang out with some incredible dog lovers?Join us in the Fearless Framework—a 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 🎶Let’s lead with curiosity, not commands, and give our dogs a reason to say yes with confidence.