Episode 7, Series 14: Dog's Days of Summer/Autumn... Transcript
From genetics to environment, we unpack the science behind your dog’s actions and what it means to live compassionately with them. Plus, a follow-up conversation with Kim and Kate dives deeper into the ethics of behavior change and the language we use to describe our canine companions.
Guest Bio: Kim Brophey, CDBC, CPDT-KA, LFDM, is an applied ethologist and award-winning behavior consultant with over 25 years of experience working with dogs and their families. She’s the creator of the L.E.G.S.® model of integrated canine science and founder of Family Dog Mediation®, a groundbreaking approach that reframes behavior through the lens of learning, environment, genetics, and self. Kim’s work has earned international recognition, including the APDT Outstanding Trainer of the Year award and eight consecutive Best Dog Trainer of WNC honors.
Her book Meet Your Dog, TED talk, and global speaking engagements have helped shift public and professional conversations about dog behavior. Through the Family Dog Mediation Education Center and her L.E.G.S.® Applied Ethology course, Kim leads a growing international movement to redefine how we understand and live with dogs. She recently transitioned from local consulting to focus fully on the L.E.G.S. Initiative, inviting trainers, scientists, and guardians alike into a more compassionate, science-informed dialogue about our canine companions.
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