Hey Dog Lover,

“Sit!” It’s the go-to command, the first thing we teach our dogs, the magic word that’s supposed to mean they’re well-behaved and under control. But have you ever stopped to ask why we make our dogs sit in certain situations?

What if, in some cases, asking your dog to sit is actually making them feel more insecure?

Today, we’re diving into why obedience isn’t always the answer—and how sometimes, the very thing we think is helping is actually working against our dogs.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

• Why obedience should serve a purpose—not just be about compliance.
• How forcing a sit in uncomfortable situations might be making your dog feel more trapped.
• The way a leash can interfere with your dog’s natural communication.
• What to do instead—so your dog feels safe, understood, and supported.

Next time you instinctively tell your dog to sit, take a moment and ask yourself why. Are you helping your dog feel more secure, or are you unknowingly making them more vulnerable?

Let’s shift the way we think about obedience—because a “good dog” isn’t just an obedient one, but a confident one.

See you inside the episode!

🐾 Tracy

Next Steps

Want to chat more about this? Send me a DM or join my free Facebook group Living Beyond Obedience to dive deeper into trust-based training.

Need one-on-one support? Book a coaching call and let’s create a plan that works for you and your dog.

🎵 Special thanks to Shawn Trotter of shawntrotter.com for the music!