Are you doing “all the right things” with training—but your dog’s behavior still feels stuck?
In this eye-opening episode of Straight Up Dog Talk, Em sits down with applied ethologist Kim Brophy to unpack the LEGS® framework: Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self. You’ll learn why even solid training and enrichment plans can fall short—and what’s often missing from the behavior conversation.

In this episode:

• Understand why training isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for behavior

• Learn how enrichment and environment impact your dog’s emotional state

• Discover how to support your dog with empathy, structure, and science-backed tools

🎧 Press play to explore a more holistic way of understanding your dog—and start building a relationship rooted in trust, not just obedience.

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This podcast explores real-life dog behavior and training, diving into reactivity, barking, dog anxiety, aggression, picky eating, gut health, and dog food—while unpacking enrichment, mental stimulation, supplements, calming aids, and holistic pet wellness. Whether you’re raising a rescue dog, supporting a senior dog, managing a velcro dog, or just navigating life with a dog who’s asking for more, you’ll find practical tools to build trust, strengthen communication, and create a safe, thriving life together.