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

119 | Love Isn’t Enough: Why You Still Can’t Trust Your Fearful Dog


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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 dogs

  • What it actually means to be relevant (hint: it’s not dominance)

  • The leadership shift that changes everything: “How interesting.”

  • A simple “BE With” practice to rebuild trust—no commands, no food

  • A story from the barn that shows what real leadership looks like when it matters most

If you’ve ever whispered “I just want to trust my dog again…”
This conversation is your starting point.

Hope you enjoy!

Tracy🐾

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🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter


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

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