I thought I was doing everything right—until I realized I was pushing my dog through a world he wasn’t ready for.
In this solo episode, Em shares the emotional turning point with Fitz: how dog parks and daily walks made things worse, how guilt and confusion clouded her decisions, and what finally shifted when she started listening instead of forcing.
You’ll hear:
- The early signs of reactivity Em missed (and what they looked like)
- Why “doing more” wasn’t the answer—and what made things worse
- How the decision to stop pushing created space for real healing
- What you can do instead when your dog is overwhelmed
This episode isn’t about giving up—it’s about pausing, listening, and meeting your dog where they are.
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