156 | Help for Fearful , Anxious Reactive Dogs: Questions You Didn't Know You Asked

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Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

Tracy Franken: Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist 🐾

159 episodes

4 days ago

Do you long to have a happy, confident dog you can take anywhere? Are you worried your reactive, fearful dog may hurt someone or something else? Do you have to “prepare” yourself to take your dog for a walk around the block? Hey there! I’m Tracy, a retired vet tech turned dog trainer, mom, wife and all-around dog lover. When I realized the key to building confidence in my dog was in understanding him and NOT just tossing treats and obedience my life changed! Now I have a pack of “just good dogs” I trust to take anywhere. And I am sharing it all here! So put down that leash & let's get to it!

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156 | Help for Fearful , Anxious Reactive Dogs: Questions You Didn't Know You Asked

Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs

49 minutes 22 seconds

1 day ago

156 | Help for Fearful , Anxious Reactive Dogs: Questions You Didn't Know You Asked

Hey Dog Lover 🐾

In this episode, I’m joined by Paisley as we tackle real questions pulled straight from our Living Beyond Obedience community—aka questions you didn’t even know you asked, but probably needed to.

We cover everything from how to help a rescue dog who’s scared of strangers and medical routines, to introducing new dogs after a loss, to managing reactivity and overwhelm in anxious dogs. It's honest, thoughtful, and packed with relatable struggles and supportive solutions.

Whether you're living with a fearful pup, navigating meds, or just wondering why your dog can’t seem to settle—you’ll probably find yourself in one of these stories.

Hope you enjoy this one.
Tracy XOXO

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Learn the tools to support your dog through their fear cycle—no treats, tricks, or timelines. Just real relationship-first progress.

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Special thanks to musician Shawn Trotter for this episode’s music.
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