91 | Struggling with Fear, Barking & Big Emotions? (Q&A Episode!)
Hey there Dog Lover!🐾This week, Paisley and I sat down to answer some of your most honest, heartfelt questions — and wow, did you deliver.From a siren-sensitive Malinois who never leaves your side… to a fearless Boston with a taste for freedom… to a big, beautiful German Shepherd whose jumping has turned into bruises and scratches — every question we answered this week was rooted in one thing:A deep desire to understand.Here’s what we unpack in this April Q&A episode:🐾 Should you let your fearful dog follow you everywhere?🐾 What to do when your large, excited dog’s jumping becomes dangerous🐾 How to know if your dog’s barking is social, defensive, or something else🐾 When to consider tools like an e-collar — and how to know if you’re ready🐾 What to do when reactivity becomes a dopamine-driven pattern🐾 Helping your dog feel safe around guests🐾 Teaching a larger dog to be gentle with smaller dogs in the homeIf you’ve ever found yourself asking:“Am I doing the right thing?”“Is this fear, or something else?”“What if I’m not enough?”…this episode is for you.You’re not alone. And more than ever, the world needs the kind of leadership that begins with empathy — not control.Hope you enjoy this episode! Tracy 🐾👉 NEXT STEPS:💛 If you’re ready for real change…Come join the incredible community inside the Fearful Dog: Fearless Framework — my online course and group coaching space where we go far beyond obedience.It’s where you’ll find:Support from dog lovers who truly get itTools that help you build trust and confidence — without relying on treats or toolsMonthly coaching calls and personalized guidanceAnd a safe space to stop feeling so alone in your dog journey🌱 The world is heavy right now. And I believe, more than ever, people need what our dogs can teach us — and what we can teach them in return.Come join us → www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless💬 Let’s stay connected:Come hang out in the Living Beyond Obedience Facebook group for more support, reflection, and real-talk:www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience🎯 Take the Dogonality™ Quiz to understand your dog’s behaviour on a deeper level:www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz🎶 Music by Shawn Trotter – www.shawntrotter.com
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90 | Struggling to Help Your Fearful Dog? Here’s What You Need to Hear
Hey dog lover 🐾Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Why isn’t this getting better yet?”You’re showing up, doing the work, being patient… but your fearful or sensitive dog still seems stuck.In today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of Levi—a shutdown rescue who couldn’t even be touched when he arrived. He taught me one of the most powerful lessons I’ve ever learned:Progress doesn’t happen on our timeline.And sometimes, letting go of the clock is what finally opens the door to trust.If you’ve been feeling behind, discouraged, or unsure if you’re doing it “right,” this episode is for you.Hope you enjoy,TracyNEXT STEPS:✨ Ready to break the fear cycle and build confidence naturally?Join the Fearful Dog: Fearless Framework and start building trust—without pressure or overwhelm.👉 www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless🎶 Special thanks to Shawn Trotter for the music – www.shawntrotter.com
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89 | Tired Of Being Ignored on Walks? Here's What Actually Works
Hey dog lover! 🐾Ever feel like you're just the dope at the end of the rope—being dragged along while your dog follows their nose and completely tunes you out? I’ve been there. And so was Chuckles, my husband’s swamp-loving, scent-obsessed Basset Hound who taught me one of the most powerful lessons about fulfillment, relevance, and real connection.In today’s episode, I take you on a muddy little adventure that changed everything for Chuckles and me—and I just might do the same for you and your dog especially if you're living with a confident, right-brained extrovert who seems more into ditch water than anything you have to offer.Hope you enjoy,TracyNEXT STEPS:✨ Want to understand your dog’s Dogonality™? Take the free quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz💬 Want personalized support? Book a coaching session with me: www.beyondobedience.ca/session🎶 Special thanks to Shawn Trotter for the music – www.shawntrotter.com
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88 | When You Love Your Dog… But Don’t Always Like Them
Hey Dog Lover,Apollo wasn’t the easiest dog to live with. He had a massive prey drive, a fearless attitude, and a knack for chaos — and honestly, there were days I didn’t even like him.But behind all that intensity… was one of the most fiercely loyal, deeply devoted dogs I’ve ever known.In this episode, I’m telling the story of Apollo — the dog who made me question everything I thought I knew about leadership, love, and what it means to accept the whole dog, not just the easy parts.We’ll explore:🐾 How I learned to stop “managing” Apollo’s intensity and start honouring it🐾 Why the traits that frustrate us most are often signs of something deeper🐾 What it looks like to lead a strong-willed, big-hearted dog with structure and respectIf you’ve ever had a dog who made you feel like a failure… or tested your patience more than you care to admit… this story is for you.Because sometimes, the dog who challenges you the most is the one who loves you the hardest.Next Steps:Got a bold, high-energy dog like Apollo? Take the Dogonality™ Quiz to discover how to guide them with confidence — no treats or tricks required.👉 www.beyondobedience.ca/quizBe sure to share your quiz results with other dog lovers in our Free Facebook Community Living Beyond ObedienceMusic credit: Shawn Trotter of shawntrotter.com
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Celebrating Our Dogs’ Cultures (Totally Legit, Not at All Made Up)
Hey dog lover! 🐾Have you been unintentionally denying your dog’s cultural identity?In this episode, we explore the surprisingly overlooked world of honouring your dog’s roots—whether that’s through themed meals, heritage-based enrichment, or just a deeper understanding of who they really are. Because maybe the reason your dog is ignoring you… is cultural.Or maybe—it’s something else entirely. 😉Hope you enjoy,TracyNEXT STEPS:✨ Want to understand your dog’s Dogonality™? Take the free quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz💬 Ready to connect on a deeper level? Book a coaching session: www.beyondobedience.ca/session🎶 Special thanks to Shawn Trotter for the music – www.shawntrotter.com(P.S. You might want to check the calendar... 😉)
About Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs
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! 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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