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Hey, fellow dog lover! 🐾

Ready to start the new year with confidence and clarity? In this episode, I’m sharing the one thing I want every dog lover to know going into 2025: You are enough for your dog.

We’ll explore why the dog training industry often leaves us feeling less-than, why treats are great for teaching but not for building respect, and how showing up consistently is the foundation of a strong, trusting relationship with your dog.

If you’ve ever doubted whether you’re the right person for your dog, this episode will remind you that everything you need to create an amazing bond is already inside you.

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Tracy

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🎵 Music credit: Shawn Trotter (shawntrotter.com)

Hey fellow dog lover!

Are you ready to kick off the new year with fresh energy and a renewed sense of calm for you and your dog? 🎉

We're thrilled to announce that the Calm Dog Down Bootcamp is back—mark your calendars for January 13-14 at 12 PM EST (11 AM CST, 10 AM MST).

This time, we’re going BIGGER, BETTER, and BOLDER! (And yes, it’s technically two days, but you might want to block a little extra time—we’ve been known to overdeliver 😉).

In this episode, we’ll share why this Bootcamp is the perfect way to start 2025 with clarity, connection, and actionable steps to help you and your dog thrive.

Whether you're a returning participant or new to the Bootcamp, we’ve got something exciting in store for you.

Let’s make 2025 the year of calm, confidence, and stronger bonds with our dogs. Tune in for all the details—you don’t want to miss this!

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Tracy

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Hey fellow dog lover! 🐾

Want to Build a Beautiful Bond with Your Dog but Don’t Have the Time?

Do you ever feel like a busy schedule makes it impossible to work on your relationship with your dog?

Sally asked a great question in the Living Beyond Obedience Facebook group about how to build a strong bond when working 12-hour days.

In this episode, I’m diving into how relationships with our dogs are not just built through training, but in the tiny moments of influence throughout the day.

Even when time is tight, every moment is an opportunity to strengthen your connection with your dog. It’s all about those small, everyday interactions that add up over time and create a beautiful, lasting bond. I hope this message gives you inspiration and hope in our busy lives!

Enjoy! Comment & Share!

Cheers!

Tracy

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Music credit: Shawn Trotter – www.shawntrotter.com

Hey there Dog Lover!

I hope you are enjoying a little rest and renewal during the holidays. This is just a little note of appreciation for you. Thank you for being a part of my life. Here in Canada, it's BOXING DAY, so I wouldn't be Canadian if I didn't offer a Boxing Day deal on the Fearful Dog Fearless Framework Online Program and Community.

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Hey there friend!

This is just a quick note of gratitude for YOU.

Words can't portray how much I appreciate you.

Thank you for being here, and helping me through a tough time.

Thank you for allowing me to share my journey and for sharing yours.

Thank you to your dog.

Your dog is the reason we have met. And I am so grateful for that!

So here's to you.

And your dog.

Much love to you both. (all) ❤️

Here's to an incredible 2025 together!

T

Hey Dog Lover!

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed when it comes to helping your fearful dog? Maybe you’re caught in the loop of what not to do, or you’ve tried New Year’s resolutions in the past that never really stuck. It’s frustrating, isn’t it?

But here’s the good news: change is possible, and it starts with setting clear, meaningful goals.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through:
1️⃣ Why goal setting is better than New Year’s resolutions.
2️⃣ How to choose a word of the year to guide your journey.
3️⃣ Setting a big goal and breaking it into smaller, actionable steps.
4️⃣ The final step: Who do you need to BE to help your dog thrive?

You don’t have to stay stuck. Let’s make this the year you and your dog take steps forward—together.

Enjoy,
Tracy

💬 Comment, review, and share this episode with your dog-loving friends!

P.S. Ready to take the next step?
🎉 Join my Fearful Dog program: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless
💌 Connect in my free Facebook group: Living Beyond Obedience

Music credit: Shawn Trotter (www.shawntrotter.com)

Hey Dog Lover!

I’m super excited to share the mic with my daughter Paisley for this episode!

We’re diving into a big question sparking debate in the dog training world: Why are dogs so timid these days?

Paisley takes us back to simpler times, sharing what it was like growing up with dogs and how attitudes toward them have changed over the years.

And, we explore the finger-pointing and blame game happening in dog trainer forums—bad breeders, the "rescue all" mentality, and, of course, YOU, the dog lover.

But here’s the thing: I believe the real issue runs deeper. From polarized trainer advice to owners feeling lost and overwhelmed, we unpack how today’s dog training culture may be creating more confusion than solutions.

🎧 Join us for a candid, heartfelt conversation about what’s really going on—and how we can all do better for our dogs.

Tracy

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🎶 Music credit: Shawn Trotter (www.shawntrotter.com).

Hey there Dog Lover! 🐾

The holidays are here, and while they bring joy and excitement, they can also be overwhelming—for you and your dog.

In this episode, we’re focusing on the number one thing you can do to make this season easier: lower your expectations.

I’ll walk you through three simple strategies to help your dog (and you) navigate the holidays with less stress and more connection:
1️⃣ Why the holidays are NOT the time for training.
2️⃣ The importance of routines and bookending the day
3️⃣ Use caution with holiday stressors like Santa photos and big gatherings.

Enjoy!

Comment, review, and share this episode with your dog-loving friends!

Cheers,
Tracy

PS: Ready to take the next step?
🌟 Join The Fearful Dog program to build your dog’s confidence: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless
🌟 Connect with a community of dog lovers in the Living Beyond Obedience Facebook group:

🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter shawntrotter.com

Hey there fellow Dog Lover! 🐾

Winter is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset.

You and your dog can use this soft quiet time to simplify, reconnect, and build a strong foundation for the journey ahead.

In this episode, we will discuss The Winter Reset: 3 Steps to Simplify Your Life with Your Dog.

Together, we’ll explore:
1️⃣ Why winter is the ideal time to slow down and reset.
2️⃣ Simple strategies to clear up confusion and strengthen your bond.
3️⃣ How to embrace this season as a time of reflection and renewal for both you and your dog.

Ready to Reset?

Jump into this episode!

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Tracy

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Ready to take the next step?
🌟 Join The Fearful Dog program and start building your dog’s confidence today: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless
🌟 Connect with like-minded dog lovers in the Living Beyond Obedience Facebook community:

🎵 Music Credit: Shawn Trotter www.shawntrotter.com

Hey Dog Lover! 🐾

Have you ever had one of those days? You know, the kind where nothing goes right, and everything just seems to get worse? Sometimes, our dogs have the same kind of days.

In this episode, we’ll explore how layered stress works—how triggers can stack and push your fearful dog closer to their bite threshold. You’ll learn:
✨ Why stressors build up and what that means for your dog
✨ How to recognize when your dog’s stress is piling up
✨ Simple strategies to bring your dog back to their comfort zone and help them decompress

By understanding layered stress, you can help your dog stay calm and avoid those overwhelming moments.

So let's take a look at how we can be a good advocate for our dogs on those crazy days when nothing is going right 💕

Next Steps:
🐶 Join our free community for more tips and support: www.facebook.com/groups/LivingBeyondObedience
🐾 Ready for a deeper dive? Become part of the student community: www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless

Music Credits:
🎵 Music by Shawn Trotter. Check out his amazing work at www.shawntrotter.com.