EPISODE · Jul 10, 2025 · 25 MIN
116 | No Time? No Problem. What Your Dog Really Needs From You Today
from Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Behaviour Training, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs · host Tracy Franken- Retired Vet Tech , Dog Trainer, Dog Lover, Dog Bond Specialist 🐾
Hey Dog Lover,🐾Ever feel like you're never doing enough for your dog? Like your to-do list is longer than your leash, and somehow the walk still didn’t happen?You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about the pressure to “do more” and why that mindset might be getting in the way of the meaningful connection you and your dog both crave.From stories about juggling dogs and real life (hello summer chaos 🥵) to a surprising lesson I learned from a teacup during Toastmasters, we’ll unpack:Why the word “more” can feel like a mental brick wall 🧱How guilt and shame sneak into our leadership (and how to send them packing)The surprising power of being over doingWhy a 10-minute connection can mean more than a 2-hour checklistAnd how to start replacing "more" with "meaningful"—starting todayYou'll hear from real dog lovers just like you, explore the psychology behind the overwhelm, and get practical tools to find fulfillment without the frenzy.Because guess what?Your dog doesn’t need your perfection. They need your presence.So take a breath, be the reason, be the reward… and maybe today, just be.Hope you enjoy this one! Tracy NEXT STEPS🐾👣Join the Living Beyond Obedience community for support from like-minded dog loversDiscover your dog’s unique Dogonality Take the Quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quizReady to truly shift your dog’s confidence? Check out the Fearless Framework: Fearless Framework💬 And P.S.—I mention my Toastmasters speech “The Break Up” in this one. The Break-up https://youtu.be/bda1PZK8AfQ?si=kjMznpG22BQm54Xl
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Hey Dog Lover,🐾Ever feel like you're never doing enough for your dog? Like your to-do list is longer than your leash, and somehow the walk still didn’t happen?You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about the pressure to “do more” and why that mindset might be getting in the way of the meaningful connection you and your dog both crave.From stories about juggling dogs and real life (hello summer chaos 🥵) to a surprising lesson I learned from a teacup during Toastmasters, we’ll unpack:Why the word “more” can feel like a mental brick wall 🧱How guilt and shame sneak into our leadership (and how to send them packing)The surprising power of being over doingWhy a 10-minute connection can mean more than a 2-hour checklistAnd how to start replacing "more" with "meaningful"—starting todayYou'll hear from real dog lovers just like you, explore the psychology behind the overwhelm, and get practical tools to find fulfillment without the frenzy.Because guess what?Your dog doesn’t need your perfection. They need your presence.So take a breath, be the reason, be the reward… and maybe today, just be.Hope you enjoy this one! Tracy NEXT STEPS🐾👣Join the Living Beyond Obedience community for support from like-minded dog loversDiscover your dog’s unique Dogonality Take the Quiz: www.beyondobedience.ca/quizReady to truly shift your dog’s confidence? Check out the Fearless Framework: Fearless Framework💬 And P.S.—I mention my Toastmasters speech “The Break Up” in this one. The Break-up https://youtu.be/bda1PZK8AfQ?si=kjMznpG22BQm54Xl
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