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Hey Dog Lover! 🐾🐾
This time of year, we humans get a little bit... extra.
Extra people, extra noise, extra sugar… and somehow, we expect our dogs to just “deal with it” in the name of socialization.
But what if holiday chaos isn’t an opportunity to socialize your dog — it’s a chance to lead them?
In this episode, we talk about why “just letting them figure it out” can backfire, and what you can do instead. You’ll learn how to:
Read your dog’s subtle “no thanks” signals 👀
Step in and advocate without over-coddling
Redefine pro-social as something way better than exposure therapy
Spoiler alert: Your dog doesn’t need more exposure. They need you to show up with calm, clarity, and curiosity.
I hope you enjoy this one.
Tracy xoxoxo
PS: Don’t forget to follow, share, and rate!
Next Steps🐾👣:
Join the Fearless Framework, our 12-month online program that helps you not only understand your dog, but build confidence naturally—without relying on tools, tricks, or treats.
👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless
🎶 Music credit to Shawn Trotter at ShawnTrotter.com
By Tracy Franken: Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist 🐾4.9
6161 ratings
Hey Dog Lover! 🐾🐾
This time of year, we humans get a little bit... extra.
Extra people, extra noise, extra sugar… and somehow, we expect our dogs to just “deal with it” in the name of socialization.
But what if holiday chaos isn’t an opportunity to socialize your dog — it’s a chance to lead them?
In this episode, we talk about why “just letting them figure it out” can backfire, and what you can do instead. You’ll learn how to:
Read your dog’s subtle “no thanks” signals 👀
Step in and advocate without over-coddling
Redefine pro-social as something way better than exposure therapy
Spoiler alert: Your dog doesn’t need more exposure. They need you to show up with calm, clarity, and curiosity.
I hope you enjoy this one.
Tracy xoxoxo
PS: Don’t forget to follow, share, and rate!
Next Steps🐾👣:
Join the Fearless Framework, our 12-month online program that helps you not only understand your dog, but build confidence naturally—without relying on tools, tricks, or treats.
👉 BeyondObedience.ca/fearless
🎶 Music credit to Shawn Trotter at ShawnTrotter.com

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