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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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00:22:49

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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00:26:23

99 | Lead with Trust, Not Treats

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2025/05/12

🐾 Hey there, Dog Lover,If you’ve ever felt like your relationship with your dog revolves around treats, you’re not alone.The truth is, treats can buy attention... but they can’t build a relationship.In today’s episode, we're diving into what it really means to lead with trust—not treats.We’ll talk about why real leadership isn’t about transactions or constant reinforcement, but about becoming the calm, steady, trustworthy presence your dog can depend on—no cookie needed. 🚫🍪Hope you enjoy this

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00:23:15

98 | Your Fearful Dog Doesn't Have to Like You

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2025/05/08

🐾 Hey there, Dog Lover,We all want our dogs to like us—it's only natural.But when you're working with a fearful or reactive dog, likeability isn't the goal. Trust is.In today’s episode, we’re digging into the hidden trap of trying to "win" your dog's affection—and why focusing on being trusted instead of liked changes everything.We'll explore what real leadership looks like (hint: it's not about bribery or constant cheerleading) and how you can start showing up as

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00:25:09

97 | Burned Out Trying to Be the Good Dog Owner?"...

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2025/05/05

🐾Hey there, Dog Lover,Are you constantly scheduling walks, enrichment, training sessions—and still feeling like you’re not doing enough? This episode is your permission to pause.😉We’re talking about the emotional weight of trying to “get it right,” what overstimulation might be doing to your relationship, and why doing nothing together can still be doing something.Let’s slow down and rediscover the calm, connected life you and your dog actually want.Next Steps:👉 Join the Fearless Framework- Share

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00:19:26

96 | The Myth of the "Good Dog "

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2025/05/01

🐾Hey there, Dog Lover,You want to do right by your dog. 💜You want connection, confidence… and if we’re honest, you probably want them to be “good.” But what does that even mean? And who gets to decide?This episode unpacks where the “good dog” myth really comes from, how it quietly shows up in our daily lives, and what it might be costing you—and your dog.If you’ve ever thought, “She should be over this by now” or “I just want him to be good,” this one’s for you.👣Next Steps:👉 Join the Fearless

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00:22:33

95 | What if You Didn't Have to Train Your Dog?

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2025/04/28

🐾Hey there Dog Lover,What if your dog didn’t need more drills, tools, or treat pouches… but a completely different kind of relationship?In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 core values that guide everything I do inside Beyond Obedience. These aren’t training tips—they’re mindset shifts. Anchors. Invitations to lead from trust, not pressure.If you’ve felt stuck in the “shoulds,” these pillars might just set you free.😊Next Steps:👉 Join the Fearless Framework- Join the most supportive, amazing dog

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00:33:20

94 | From Struggle to Delight: Heather & Geordie’s...

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2025/04/24

Hey Dog Lover,What happens when we stop trying to “fix” our dog — and start asking who they truly are?In this episode, I sit down with Heather to talk about her incredible journey with Geordie — a dog she once believed she’d never truly connect with. Together, we explore what it means to see the world through your dog’s eyes, to lead with emotional reliability, and to step into a quiet, shared language of partnership.Heather reflects on:🐾 Moving from confusion to clarity🐾 The power of calm,

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00:39:17

93 | 3 Signs It's Not A Training Problem-And What You...

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2025/04/21

Hey dog lover!Okay, so here’s the deal…You’ve done the training. Your dog knows the cues.And yet… every walk feels like a strategy session, every outing ends in stress, and you're still left wondering, “Why isn’t this working?”If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.In today’s chat, I’m walking you through three signs that the real issue isn’t obedience—it’s something deeper. We’ll unpack why your dog might be better off-leash than on, what your exhaustion is trying to tell you, and how to

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