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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 🐾

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

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00:25:04

119 | Love Isn’t Enough: Why You Still Can’t Trust...

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2025/07/21

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

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00:27:46

118 | Your Dog Can Smell Your Stress-Now What?

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2025/07/17

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

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00:20:56

117 | 4 Reasons Your Reactive Dog Was a Dream on...

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2025/07/14

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

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00:25:33

116 | No Time? No Problem. What Your Dog Really Needs...

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2025/07/10

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

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00:15:05

115 | Want A Deeper Bond with Your Dog? Ask, Don't Tell

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2025/07/07

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

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00:28:17

114 | Fireworks Freakouts: Helping Your Fearful or...

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2025/07/03

Hey there Dog Lover! 🐾It’s fireworks season!And while we humans love the festivities... our dogs? Not so much.If your fearful dog hides under the bed or your reactive dog goes into full panic mode at every boom, this episode is for you.In today’s chat, we’re diving into why loud noises like fireworks trigger fear-based behaviours—and how you can start building a more confident, resilient dog without relying on obedience commands, endless treats, or outdated training methods.We’ll talk about:What’s

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00:25:43

113 | Driven by Instinct: How to Build Connection...

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2025/06/30

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Ever feel like everything else in the environment is way more interesting than you?The wind, a leaf, a squirrel 300 yards away—all have your dog’s full attention. You? Not so much.Welcome to life with the Fearless Explorer—those bold, independent dogs who chase the world like it’s their job… and forget you’re even holding the leash.In this episode, we’re unpacking:Why your dog isn’t ignoring you—they’re just deeply invested elsewhereHow prey drive and independence show up as

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00:22:49

112 | When Your Dog’s Always in Flight Mode: How to...

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2025/06/26

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Is your dog always ready to bolt at the drop of a leaf?Skittish, jumpy, hyper-alert—and constantly scanning for the exit?That’s not just a “nervous temperament.” That’s flight mode. And for these dogs, the world feels like too much, too fast, too loud… all the time.In this episode, we’re diving into what it really means to live with an overwhelmed runner and how you can help them slow down, stay longer, and start to feel safe in their own skin.You’ll learn:Why your dog can’t “just

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00:30:26

111 | Stuck in Stillness: How to Help Your Fearful...

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2025/06/23

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Does fear stop your dog in their tracks?No barking. No bolting. Just frozen—staring, trembling, unable to take a single step forward.That’s not stubbornness. That’s survival mode. And for these sensitive souls, the stillness isn’t calm—it’s fear.No treat in the world will get your dog to move if their brain is locked in freeze mode. And no amount of “it’s okay” will convince them it is.In this episode, we’re digging into:Why your dog won’t move (and why forcing it doesn’t help)How to

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00:27:49

110 | Tired of Your Dog Running the Show? Give Them a...

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2025/06/19

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾Does your dog have big energy, big opinions, and an even bigger personality? You might just be living with an LBE—Left Brain Extrovert—aka the “life of the party” dog!In this episode, we’re diving into what makes the LBE dog tick (hint: it’s not dominance or treat pouches). These clever, active dogs are often misunderstood when all they really want is a job and a buddy. You’ll learn:Why Fulfilment is the secret sauce for the LBE DogonalityHow to turn chaos into connection through

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00:24:53

109 | Is Your Dog Ignoring You Quietly? Why Stillness...

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2025/06/16

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Ever feel like your dog is ignoring you… but without actually doing anything wrong?Welcome to the world of the Left Brain Introvert (LBI)—the deep-thinking, cautious, often misunderstood Dogonality™ who isn’t saying “no”… but definitely isn’t saying “yes” either. And that matters. A lot.In this episode, we’re diving into:What Dogonality™ really is (and why it changes everything)Why your “lazy” dog might actually be leading the relationshipThe sneaky leadership leaks that happen with

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00:27:52

108 | The Secret Sauce That Makes Your Dog Want to...

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2025/06/12

Hey Dog Lover 🐾You’ve probably heard that “leadership matters.” But what does that actually look like in your daily life with your dog? No jargon. No treat pouch. Just real-life leadership your dog can trust.In Part 2 of this two-part series, we’re diving into the Secret Sauce—the stuff that makes your dog want to follow you, even when you’re not “training.”Spoiler alert: it has everything to do with how you show up and nothing to do with how many reps you do.You’ll learn:The Leadership Scorecard

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00:36:50

107 | Think Your Dog Should Know Better? Why Training...

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2025/06/09

Hey Dog Lover 🐾Have you ever looked at your dog mid-chaos and thought, “He should know better by now”?You're not alone. That thought creeps in when you're tired, frustrated, or just not up for another round of treat-pouch training. But what if the real issue isn't your dog "knowing better"... it's that the kind of training you're doing doesn't feel sustainable—or satisfying?In this episode, we’re unpacking the hidden pressure behind traditional dog training and

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00:34:01

106 | Does Your Dog Really Need More Obedience Training?

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2025/06/05

Hey Dog Lover,🐾How many times have you said, “My dog just needs more training…”?Here’s the truth bomb:If your dog knows “sit,” “stay,” and “come” (even inconsistently)—they’re trained.So if they’re still not listening, it’s not about obedience.It’s about relationship.In this episode, we’ll explore:Why more training won’t fix a communication gapHow obedience and leadership are not the same thingWhen to use structure… and when to just be with your dogWhy some dogs love obedience—and others resist it

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00:25:59

105 | From Survive to Thrive: Rethinking the Rescue...

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2025/06/02

Hey Dog Lover,🐾If you've brought home a rescue dog, you’ve probably heard (or said), “She must have been abused…” or “He’s like this because of his past.” And while backstory can matter—it’s not the whole story.In this episode, we’re gently challenging the rescue narrative. Because pity might feel kind, but it can unintentionally disempower your dog. And your dog? They’re capable of so much more than their history.We’re diving into:Why assumptions about your dog’s past can shape their futureThe

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00:26:52

104 | You Can’t Command Calm: How to Help Your Dog...

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2025/05/29

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾Can you teach a dog to be calm?Spoiler: not exactly. Because calm isn’t a command—it’s a state. And your dog isn’t just listening to what you say… they’re feeling who you are.In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest myths in dog behaviour: that we can train calm into our dogs. Instead, we explore why obedience is not the same as regulation—and how to become the kind of leader your dog can actually trust.You’ll learn:Why stillness isn’t the same as settledHow your energy

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00:30:37

103 | What Your Dog's "Out of Nowhere" Moments Mean

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2025/05/26

Hey dog lover,You know those moments where your dog reacts out of nowhere? One second everything feels calm… and the next—boom. Barking, lunging, pacing, chaos. It’s confusing, frustrating, and sometimes downright scary.But here’s the truth: those moments are never as random as they seem.In this episode, we’re unpacking:Why those “hold your breath” moments matterHow stress stacks up—sometimes silentlyWhy dogs remember unfinished conversationsAnd what you can do to interrupt the spiral without panic

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00:23:07

102 | Fulfilment Factor: More Than Walks and Fetch

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2025/05/22

Hey Dog Lover,🐾Think your dog just needs more exercise? Think again. In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most overlooked aspects of behaviour and well-being: fulfilment. It’s not about endless fetch or racking up steps—it’s about understanding what truly lights your dog up and letting them express that joy in ways that build connection, not chaos.You’ll hear:Why fulfilment is non-negotiable for pro-social behaviourHow our dogs' different breeds and genetics show us what true joy looks

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00:36:55

101 | What If You’re Scared of Your Dog?

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2025/05/19

Hey Dog Lover,🐾Have you ever felt that gut punch of fear when your dog lunges, growls, or just gets a little too intense? This episode is for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on a real moment with my horse Sunny—and sharing how fear, uncertainty, and doubt (aka the FUD Factor) can derail our leadership in a heartbeat.We’ll unpack:Why fear is a leadership killer—and what to do about itHow your nervous system is your training strategyWhy responding > reacting matters more than any obedience

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00:57:22

100 | A Trail of Trust- 100 Episodes~ Where we were,...

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2025/05/15

Hey Dog Lover!In this very special 100th episode, Paisley and I are reflecting on the journey—how this podcast went from a final message to a full-blown mission. We’re celebrating the episodes you loved most, sharing powerful stories from our incredible community, and giving you a peek behind the scenes at what’s next for the Fearless Framework.If you’ve ever felt like you're walking through the world with a misunderstood dog and just want to get it right—this episode is for you.Here’s what we

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