What does it mean to breed dogs for modern family life? This course explores the challenges and opportunities involved in centering welfare in companion dog breeding. As more families seek dogs who can succeed as pets, breeders and professionals need a clearer framework for understanding temperament, suitability, phenotype, and the realities of modern homes. Using […]
How do L.E.G.S. show up inside the veterinary profession? This course explores the overlapping stressors faced by pets, pet parents, and veterinary teams in a system that is often stretched thin. While dogs and cats are struggling more with the pressures of daily life, veterinary professionals are also navigating high caseloads, understaffing, emotional labor, safety […]
What happens when we turn the L.E.G.S. lens toward the humans? This course takes a deeper look at human wellness and how our own Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self influence the way we relate to dogs, clients, coworkers, and ourselves. Behavior work is never just about the animal in front of us; the human side […]
How can we support deaf and blind dogs in living full, safe, and meaningful lives? This course explores the L.E.G.S. of dogs with sensory differences and the practical ways professionals and families can protect both safety and welfare. Deaf and blind dogs are often underestimated, but with the right support, they can build confidence, navigate […]
What if every dog is a working dog in some way? This course explores how the canine species has been shaped over thousands of years for different roles, and how those working histories continue to influence behavior in modern homes. Even dogs who seem sedentary, silly, or easygoing may still carry a role supported by […]
Can group classes be both practical for clients and deeply aligned with L.E.G.S.? This course explores how to design group programs that move beyond obedience-only formats and support the real needs of dogs and people. Group classes can be an affordable and accessible option for families, while also creating a sustainable income stream for professionals, […]
What changes when we look at senior dogs through the L.E.G.S. framework? This course explores the often-overlooked needs of aging dogs and the humans who love them. While much of the dog world focuses on puppies, adolescents, and adult behavior, families are increasingly navigating the emotional, physical, and practical realities of supporting dogs through the […]
How do L.E.G.S. help us better understand dogs coming from shelters and rescues? This course explores the unique realities of adopted dogs, including the unknown histories, environmental changes, stressors, and expectations that often come with rescue work. While every dog has their own L.E.G.S., dogs who enter shelter or rescue systems may arrive with layers […]
What can free-living dogs teach us about behavior, welfare, and coexistence with humans? This course offers an overview of free-living dogs in India, including the realities on the ground and the complex social systems surrounding them. The presentation explores the measures used to reduce human-dog conflict, as well as the equally important work of reducing […]
What happens when the home we choose for a dog does not match the environment that dog was designed to navigate? This course explores the powerful impact of the modern home on canine behavior and welfare. Our dogs do not choose where they live, yet they are often expected to thrive in conditions that may […]