In Meet Your Dog, nationally known behavior consultant Kim Brophey introduces L.E.G.S. (Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self), an innovative model for understanding how dogs think and why they behave the way they do. Based on the latest findings in the field of canine cognition and behavior, this book is an invaluable resource, both for experienced dog lovers and for individuals seeking their first four-legged friend.

This is a valuable and informative book based on solid science, good stories, representative case studies, and respect and love for each and every individual dog using the author's principles of L.E.G.S. (Learning, Environment, Genetics, Self). I learned a lot from it and cover some of the same behavioral/ethological information in my recent book called "Canine Confidential: Why Dogs Do What They Do." Highly recommended.

Whether you have a dog, you are thinking about getting a dog, or you are a dog professional - there is something for you in Meet Your Dog!

With her passion and years of study, Kim has developed an approach that gives you the tools (the book and now in the form of a phone app) to look at our dogs in a whole and comprehensive view.

Kim lays out information about domestic dogs from the perspective of how they "Learn," the "Environments" influence on behavior, the role "Genetics" play, and the dogs individual "Self." Easily remembered as "LEGS" you will be able to use this approach to assess and gain a new knowledge, appreciation, and understanding of various breeds - as well as individual dogs.

With the knowledge you gain from LEGS, tips for likely training challenges and practical solutions, you will be prepared and confident to guide your dog through life in our modern day human environment.

Written in an accessible style, Kim uses brilliant analogies to vividly help you to relate to how your dog experiences the modern-day human culture and society.

Packed with good advice, both in general about dogs, but also specifics about breeds and canine behavior challenges, you will be prepared and more confident to take on the responsibility of having a dog in our modern day lifestyles.

Meet Your Dog and the LEGS approach is certain to be an enduring contribution to the dog training field and the modern day relationship we have with our canine companions.

It's refreshing to finally find a book that takes into consideration the many predispositions to behavior problems in dogs. Many written works and theories do not take this into account, yet it is one of the major keys to understanding, and subsequently changing, canine behavior. This book is unique as it considers the whole dog. Dogs are different. They have different personalities and breeds have specific tendencies. Kim does not ignore this. On the contrary, she teaches us simple and practical ways to use these differences and tendencies to not only give dogs a better life, but also to have a more harmonious relationship with their human. This publication is a game changer because it teaches us to really see the dog in its entirety. It present us with a framework to understand all the major factors that are essential in understanding canine behavior.