Hey Dog Lover! 🐾

Can you teach a dog to be calm?

Spoiler: not exactly. Because calm isn’t a command—it’s a state. And your dog isn’t just listening to what you say… they’re feeling who you are.

In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest myths in dog behaviour: that we can train calm into our dogs. Instead, we explore why obedience is not the same as regulation—and how to become the kind of leader your dog can actually trust.

You’ll learn:

• Why stillness isn’t the same as settled

• How your energy shapes your dog’s behavior (even when you don’t mean it to)

• Nelson Hodges’ brilliant insight on how dogs respond to conditions, not commands

• What to do before the leash goes on, and how to practice calm before the chaos

• The power of “Be With” sessions—and how they build trust without saying a word

This is a must-listen if:
🐾 You’ve ever snapped “CALM DOWN” mid-meltdown
🐾 You feel like you’re doing all the right things, but your dog’s still anxious or reactive
🐾 You want to shift from managing behavior to leading with confidence

Because calm isn’t something you tell your dog to be—it’s something they learn to feel through you.

Hope you enjoy!

Tracy

💜 Ready to stop managing behavior and start leading with calm confidence?

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Inside, you’ll learn how to:
🐕 Break the fear cycle (without relying on treats or control)
🌱 Build real-world confidence with simple, daily trust strategies
👣 Become the grounded, relevant leader your dog needs

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building the relationship you both deserve, this is for you.

🎯 Get the clarity, confidence, and calm you’ve been searching for.

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I can't wait to share this with you and your dog

See you there!

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Hey Dog Lover,🐾

Think your dog just needs more exercise?

Think again. In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most overlooked aspects of behaviour and well-being: fulfilment.

It’s not about endless fetch or racking up steps—it’s about understanding what truly lights your dog up and letting them express that joy in ways that build connection, not chaos.

You’ll hear:

• Why fulfilment is non-negotiable for pro-social behaviour

• How our dogs' different breeds and genetics show us what true joy looks like for THEM.

• Easy ways to create a more enriching, purposeful life for your dog (and yourself!)

This episode is your permission slip to get a little weird with your dog ( who cares what the neighbours think of you anyway. 😀😂)

Hope you enjoy this one.

Don’t forget to comment, share, and leave a 5 ⭐️ written review —it helps more people discover the heart of what dogs really need.

Next Steps:Join the Fearless Framework Course and community—a powerful space for dog lovers ready to ditch behaviour battles and lean into leadership, connection, and a truly fulfilling life with their dogs. 🎉 Life with your dog is awesome, but it's better with friends. What are you waiting for.

I can't wait to share this amazing journey with you!

See you inside the program. www.beyondobedience.ca/fearless

Music credit: Shawn Trotter – www.shawntrotter.com