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

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾Thinking of spoiling your newly adopted dog with toys and treats this season? While the thought is sweet, it’s not what your dog really needs right now.In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what helps a rescue or new-to-you dog feel truly secure. You’ll discover:Why toys and affection take a backseat to routines and predictabilityThe secret power of calm, “boring” leadershipHow to be the reason your dog feels safe — even in a brand-new worldYour new dog doesn’t need more stuff — they need stability, softness, and someone who gets it. 💛I hope you enjoy this one. Don’t forget to follow, share, and rate!Next Steps:🐾👣 Join the Fearless Framework, our 12-month online program that helps you not only understand your dog, but build confidence naturally—without relying on tools, tricks, or treats.👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless🎶 Music credit to Shawn Trotter at ShawnTrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾So your dog was “fine” during the day… until they weren’t. The guests are gone, the cookies are stale, and suddenly your pup is pacing, snapping, or flat-out melting down. What gives?In this episode, we unpack the Holiday Hangover — that post-festivity fallout where stacked stress finally spills over. You’ll hear:The signs your dog is approaching their limit 😬Why “he’s been fine” might be false reassuranceSimple shifts to support recovery — like crate time, quiet time, and rhythm resetsLet’s ditch the guilt and get curious. Because understanding how stress accumulates helps us prevent those post-holiday “behaviour surprises.”I hope you enjoy this one. Tracy xoxoxoDon’t forget to follow, share, and leave a review!Next Steps🐾👣Want to work with me?Join the Fearless Framework, our 12-month online program that helps you not only understand your dog, but build confidence naturally—without relying on tools, tricks, or treats.👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless🎶 Music credit to Shawn Trotter at ShawnTrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾🐾This time of year, we humans get a little bit... extra.Extra people, extra noise, extra sugar… and somehow, we expect our dogs to just “deal with it” in the name of socialization. But what if holiday chaos isn’t an opportunity to socialize your dog — it’s a chance to lead them?In this episode, we talk about why “just letting them figure it out” can backfire, and what you can do instead. You’ll learn how to:Read your dog’s subtle “no thanks” signals 👀Step in and advocate without over-coddlingRedefine pro-social as something way better than exposure therapySpoiler alert: Your dog doesn’t need more exposure. They need you to show up with calm, clarity, and curiosity.I hope you enjoy this one. Tracy xoxoxoPS: Don’t forget to follow, share, and rate! Next Steps🐾👣:Join the Fearless Framework, our 12-month online program that helps you not only understand your dog, but build confidence naturally—without relying on tools, tricks, or treats.👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless🎶 Music credit to Shawn Trotter at ShawnTrotter.com

🐾 Hey Dog Lover,If you’ve been filling your online cart with dog toys and treats this holiday season… let’s press pause.This episode is a gentle reminder that your dog doesn’t need more stuff—they need you. Your calm presence. Your stable routines. Your ability to lead with confidence when things feel chaotic. That’s the real gift.We’ll explore how consistency, emotional leadership, and relevance are what actually help your dog feel safe and settled—especially during the holidays when stress can sneak in. So instead of asking “what should I buy my dog?” let’s ask: “how can I be the gift?”Spoiler: You already are. 💛We hope you enjoy this episode.Tracy xoxoxoNext Steps 🐾👣Ready to take your relationship with your dog to the next level?Consider joining the Fearless Framework, our 12-month coaching program with monthly Zooms, community support, and everything you need to build a big, beautiful bond with your dog.👉 beyondobedience.ca/fearless🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter – shawntrotter.com

🐾 Hey Dog Lover,Does your rescue dog really trust you… or are they just surviving politely?In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest mistakes new adopters make—assuming that a dog who cuddles, follows them, or “seems fine” is actually feeling safe. The truth? Trust goes deeper than tail wags or staying close.We’ll talk about what real trust looks like (hint: soft eyes, relaxed body, no bracing), how to spot the difference between affection and actual security, and how to approach this with curiosity rather than guilt. Because when your dog says “I don’t feel safe,” they’re not being stubborn—they’re being honest. And that’s powerful feedback.How interesting! 🐶We hope you enjoy this episode.Tracy xoxoxNext Steps 🐾👣Ready to take your relationship with your dog to the next level?Consider joining the Fearless Framework, our 12-month coaching program with monthly Zooms, community support, and everything you need to build a big, beautiful bond with your dog.👉 beyondobedience.ca/fearless🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter – shawntrotter.com