179 | Reactive Dog Not Improving? The Leadership Shift Most Owners Miss

Hey Dog Lover 🐾

Are you doing everything “right” with your reactive or fearful dog… but still not seeing progress?

Have you ever wondered if the thing holding your dog back might not actually be your dog?

Does it feel uncomfortable to admit that maybe your influence matters more than you thought?

In this episode, I’m sharing the leadership shift most reactive dog owners miss so you can stop trying harder and start leading clearer.

We talk about:

• The uncomfortable realization that influence isn’t blame

• Why awareness doesn’t automatically equal leadership

• The difference between empathy and direction

• Why tools (yes, even treats) don’t create trust

• How shifting from shame to curiosity changes everything

If you’ve ever had that quiet thought — “What if I’m part of the pattern?” — this episode will help you reframe that realization as empowerment, not failure.

Because if you’re part of the equation…

You’re also part of the solution.

Hope you enjoy this one!

Tracy xoxoxo

NEXT STEPS 👣🐾

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Connecting with Me

Contact → www.beyondobedience.ca/contact
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Music Credit: Shawn Trotter www.shawntrotter.com