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Hey Dog Lover đž
If you caught Part 1 of my conversation with Nelson Hodges, you already know the kind of deep, perspective-shifting wisdom he brings to the table.
In this second half of our talk, we go even deeper into the emotional landscape of dogsâand how our being matters so much more than our doing. We unpack the question at the heart of it all:
What is a dog, really?
Not just behaviorallyâbut emotionally, relationally, instinctually.
Together, we explore:
Why most trainers are missing the point
How your internal state shapes your dogâs world
What leadership looks like when itâs rooted in calm, connection, and relevance
And why understanding your dog on a feeling level changes everything
If youâve ever felt like your dog is misunderstood by mainstream training advice, this conversation will feel like coming home. Youâll walk away seeing your dogâand yourselfâthrough a new, compassionate lens. And probably saying âHow interesting!â more than once. đ
⨠Special note: If you sign up for Nelsonâs monthly class subscription before the end of the year, youâll receive one month FREE! His teachings are a gift, and nowâs a great time to dive in.
To learn more or sign up:
đ www.CHRInstitute.com
đ Follow Nelson on Facebook:Â Nelson Hodges
I hope you enjoy this one.
Tracy xoxox
NEXT STEPS đžđŁ
Ready to deepen your relationship with your dog?
 Join me inside the Fearless Frameworkâan online program and community designed to help you build trust, confidence, and a more connected relationship with your dog. This isnât about obedience. Itâs about understanding.
đ www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless
And come hang out with us in the Living Beyond Obedience Facebook group! It's a free, safe, and encouraging space for curious dog lovers like you.
đ Join the group here
By Tracy Franken: Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist đž4.9
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Hey Dog Lover đž
If you caught Part 1 of my conversation with Nelson Hodges, you already know the kind of deep, perspective-shifting wisdom he brings to the table.
In this second half of our talk, we go even deeper into the emotional landscape of dogsâand how our being matters so much more than our doing. We unpack the question at the heart of it all:
What is a dog, really?
Not just behaviorallyâbut emotionally, relationally, instinctually.
Together, we explore:
Why most trainers are missing the point
How your internal state shapes your dogâs world
What leadership looks like when itâs rooted in calm, connection, and relevance
And why understanding your dog on a feeling level changes everything
If youâve ever felt like your dog is misunderstood by mainstream training advice, this conversation will feel like coming home. Youâll walk away seeing your dogâand yourselfâthrough a new, compassionate lens. And probably saying âHow interesting!â more than once. đ
⨠Special note: If you sign up for Nelsonâs monthly class subscription before the end of the year, youâll receive one month FREE! His teachings are a gift, and nowâs a great time to dive in.
To learn more or sign up:
đ www.CHRInstitute.com
đ Follow Nelson on Facebook:Â Nelson Hodges
I hope you enjoy this one.
Tracy xoxox
NEXT STEPS đžđŁ
Ready to deepen your relationship with your dog?
 Join me inside the Fearless Frameworkâan online program and community designed to help you build trust, confidence, and a more connected relationship with your dog. This isnât about obedience. Itâs about understanding.
đ www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless
And come hang out with us in the Living Beyond Obedience Facebook group! It's a free, safe, and encouraging space for curious dog lovers like you.
đ Join the group here

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