Endorsed by leading canine scientists and celebrated by dog professionals worldwide.
The L.E.G.S. model helps us clearly identify the elements of Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self so we can fully understand our dogs, their welfare needs, and their behavior as their keepers.
LEARNING
The animal’s experiences & education in life.
Environment
External conditions of an animal’s world.
Genetics
DNA that designed the animal inside and out.
Self
Internal conditions of the animal – (Health, Age, Sex, Personality etc.)
History
Evolving TOGETHER – this has been the vision of the L.E.G.S. Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation Professional Course since its inception.
The L.E.G.S. Initiative has sought to build a loving army of professionals, advocates, critical thinkers, creative minds, and partners who could progress the conversation of integrated canine science with meaningful efficiency in the aim of creating a new paradigm for dogs and their families living together in the modern world. Looking back over the last few years, that vision has indeed manifested into a reality -because of each and every one of our members who has made it possible!
Since the launch of the L.E.G.S. Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation Course at Wolf Park in August of 2021, there have been thousands of students in more than 25 countries who have taken advantage of the unprecedented accessibility of the curriculum & acceptance in the community for all individuals – regardless of differences, experience, abilities, or limitations. Our students represent an impressive range of professional interests and specializations, and our mission is to foster their development in a collaborative environment that removes obstacles and optimizes their potential – with savings and scholarships to meet anyone’s needs. This incredible growing community has demonstrated a rare and inspiring opportunity within the dog world, one which Kim had envisioned but could not have imagined being so rapidly realized.
Course Details
L.E.G.S.® Applied Ethology 2.0 – Family Dog Mediation® Professional Course
The newly updated L.E.G.S. Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediation Course includes the ground breaking talk – the “Good Life” of a “Good Dog” – as the evolution of the flagship L.E.G.S. course that has changed the pet dog industry. It’s time to grow with us – with the whole story of the what, why, and how of giving our dogs the lives they need and deserve.
Curriculum Highlights
- Extensively researched and well organized, engaging and easy to follow self paced modules
- Presented by an experienced and highly sought after speaker with both scientific knowledge and practical dog pro experience
- Numerous scientific papers included to support curriculum content
- Extensive downloadable materials for clients, businesses, and sharing
- CEUs available (CCPDT, IAABC, KPA, RACE)
- Become a certified Family Dog Mediator upon successful completion.

