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173 | Still Struggling with Your ‘Well-Trained’ Dog? Why Obedience Isn’t the Answer
Hey, Dog Lover! 🐾
In today’s myth-busting episode, we’re unpacking one of the most common misconceptions in dog training: that obedience equals leadership.
You’ll learn why being able to get your dog to “sit” or “heel” on cue doesn’t necessarily mean you’re the one they trust to lead. We’ll talk about what real leadership looks like to your dog—from the power of calm and predictability, to understanding how dogs use space, movement, and presence to communicate.
I’ll also share my Leadership Scorecard concept and why training eye contact isn’t the same as earning it. This episode is all about…
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