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

Tracy Franken- Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist 🐾
Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs
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  • Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

    199 | Is Socialization Making Your Dog Worse? What Fearful & Reactive Dogs Actually Need

    27/04/2026 | 24 mins.
    Hey Dog Lover🐾
    Have you been told your dog just needs more socialization?
    Does your dog seem more overwhelmed the more you expose them to things?
    What if more exposure isn’t the answer… and might actually be making things worse?

    In this episode, I’m sharing why socialization isn’t always the solution so you can stop overwhelming your dog and start building real confidence. We dive into how exposure without safety can create more fear, why reactive and sensitive dogs need a different approach, and what to focus on instead to help your dog feel secure in the world.

    Hope you enjoy this one!
    Tracy xoxox

    Links Mentioned
    Fearless Framework Course: https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless
    Take the Dogonality Quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    60 min 1:1 Coaching Call: Calm Confident Coaching
    Next Steps 🐾👣:
    Step 1: Join a supportive community of dog owners navigating fearful or reactive dogs in the free Facebook group Living Beyond Obedience
    Step 2: Take the Dogonality Quiz to better understand your dog’s behaviour www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Step 3: Get more personalized support with The Fearless Framework course at https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless
    Resources:
    Contact - > [email protected]
    Podcast ->https://beyondobedience.ca/podcast
    Connect -> https://facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience
    Resources - > www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Merch-> Get your Beyond Obedience merch! www.beyondobedience.ca/store

    Music Credit 🎶 Shawn Trotter
    www.shawntrotter.com
  • Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

    198 | Is Your Dog a Project? Why Dog Training Feels So Hard (And What to Do Instead)

    23/04/2026 | 25 mins.
    Hey Dog Lover🐾
    Do you feel like you can’t relax around your dog?
    Are you constantly correcting, managing, or trying to fix behaviour?
    What if your dog isn’t a problem to solve… but a relationship to build?

    In this episode, I’m sharing the difference between treating your dog like a project versus living with them as a partner so you can move out of frustration and into trust and connection. We explore how constant correction and control create pressure for both you and your dog—and how shifting into curiosity, leadership, and relationship can completely change your experience together.

    Hope you enjoy this one!
    Tracy xoxox

    Links Mentioned
    Fearless Framework Course: https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless
    Take the Dogonality Quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    60 min 1:1 Coaching Call: Calm Confident Coaching Call
    Next Steps🐾👣:
    Step 1: Join a supportive community of dog owners looking to build a better relationship with their dogs in the free Facebook group Living Beyond Obedience
    Step 2: Take the Dogonality Quiz to understand your dog’s unique personality www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Step 3: Get more personalized support with The Fearless Framework course at https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless

    Resources:
    Contact - > [email protected]
    Podcast ->https://beyondobedience.ca/podcast
    Connect -> https://facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience
    Resources - > www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Merch-> Get your Beyond Obedience merch! www.beyondobedience.ca/store

    Music Credit🎶 Shawn Trotter: www.shawntrotter.com
  • Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

    197 | Dog Training Not Working? Here’s What Most People Are Missing

    20/04/2026 | 23 mins.
    Hey Dog Lover🐾
    Are you focusing on training… but still not seeing the results you want?
    Do you feel frustrated when your dog doesn’t “listen” in real-life situations?
    Have you ever considered that what happens outside of training might matter more?
    In this episode, I’m sharing how the 99% of your daily life with your dog is what truly shapes their behavior, confidence, and trust. You’ll learn why it’s not just about what you train — but how your dog experiences life with you, and how small, everyday moments can completely change your relationship.

    Hope you enjoy!
    Tracy xoxox

    Next Steps 🐾👣:
    Step 1: Join a supportive community of dog owners looking to better understand their dog’s needs and behaviour at the free Facebook group⁠ Living Beyond Obedience⁠
    Step 2: Take the Dogonality Quiz to discover your dog’s unique Dogonality ⁠www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz⁠
    Step 3: Get more personalized support with The Fearless Framework course at ⁠https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless⁠
    Not a Student but want to work with me?
    Book a ⁠Calm Confident Coaching Call ⁠

    Resources and Connect with Me!
    Contact - > ⁠[email protected]
    Podcast ->⁠https://beyondobedience.ca/podcast⁠
    Connect -> ⁠https://facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience⁠
    Resources - > ⁠www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz⁠
    Merch-> Get your Beyond Obedience merch! ⁠www.beyondobedience.ca/store⁠

    Music Credit🎶: Shawn Trotter
    Explore more @ www.shawntrotter.com
  • Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

    196| Is Your Dog Actually Happy? (Or Just Busy, Stressed, or Overstimulated?)

    16/04/2026 | 22 mins.
    `Hey Dog Lover🐾
    Do you feel like you’re constantly trying to do more to make your dog happy?
    Is your dog busy, active, and stimulated… but still seems unsettled or anxious?
    Have you ever stopped to ask what happiness actually looks like for your dog?
    In this episode, I’m sharing what truly creates happiness in dogs so you can stop chasing activity and start building fulfillment. We explore how happiness isn’t something you create by doing more — but something that emerges when your dog’s needs, expectations, and emotional safety are met.
    Hope you enjoy this one!
    Tracy xoxox

    Next Steps 🐾👣:
    Step 1: Join a supportive community of dog owners looking to better understand their dog’s needs and behaviour at the free Facebook group Living Beyond Obedience
    Step 2: Take the Dogonality Quiz to discover your dog’s unique Dogonality www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Step 3: Get more personalized support with The Fearless Framework course at https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless
    Not a Student but want to work with me?
    Book a Calm Confident Coaching Call

    Resources and Connect with Me!
    Contact - > [email protected]
    Podcast ->https://beyondobedience.ca/podcast
    Connect -> https://facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience
    Resources - > www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Merch-> Get your Beyond Obedience merch! www.beyondobedience.ca/store
  • Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

    195 | Still Using Treat Rewards? Why Your Dog Training Isn’t Sticking (And What to Do Instead)”

    13/04/2026 | 29 mins.
    Hey Dog Lover!🐾
    Are you doing all the “right” training things… but something still feels off?
    Does your dog only seem engaged when there’s something in it for them?
    Have you ever wondered why the behaviour doesn’t seem to stick long-term?

    In this episode, I’m sharing the difference between rewarding and celebrating so you can move beyond transactional training and start building true connection with your dog. We dive into how one approach builds behaviour… while the other builds belief, trust, and confidence — especially for fearful or reactive dogs.
    Hope you enjoy this one!
    Tracy xoxo

    Next Steps 🐾👣
    Step 1: Join a supportive community of dog owners looking to build trust and confidence with their dogs at the free Facebook group Living Beyond Obedience
    Step 2: Take the Dogonality Quiz to find out your dog’s unique Dogonality www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz
    Step 3: Get more personalized support with The Fearless Framework course at https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless

    Not A Student but want a coaching call?
    Book a Calm Confident Coaching Call

    _______________________________________________________

    Resources and Links Mentioned:
    Fearless Framework Online Course: ⁠https://beyondobedience.ca/fearless⁠
    Take the Dogonality Quiz: ⁠www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz⁠
    Contact -  ⁠[email protected]
    Podcast -⁠https://beyondobedience.ca/podcast⁠
    Connect- ⁠https://facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience⁠
    Resources - > ⁠www.beyondobedience.ca/quiz⁠
    Merch-> Get your Beyond Obedience merch! ⁠www.beyondobedience.ca/store⁠

    Music Credit: Shawn Trotter // www.shawntrotter.com

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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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