The Cutest L.E.G.S. of All: Puppies

What do puppies really need when we look at them through L.E.G.S.? This course explores puppyhood as a developmental period that is often misunderstood by modern families. Puppies are frequently expected to behave like small adult dogs, even while their brains, bodies, coping skills, and communication are still very much under construction.

Using the L.E.G.S. framework, this presentation looks at how early learning, environment, genetics, and individual self shape the puppy experience. Participants will examine how to support safety, confidence, social development, rest, exploration, and appropriate expectations for both puppies and their humans. The goal is to help professionals make puppyhood better for everyone by reducing frustration, preventing avoidable stress, and helping families understand what is normal, what needs support, and what truly matters during this important stage.