Snout & About

Ireland's Dog Behaviour & Health Consultancy

Evidence-led Welfare-first Pain-aware Collaborative care
How can we help?

Hi, how can we help?

We support families and professionals through evidence-led, welfare-first dog behaviour work with a strong emphasis on health, pain-awareness, and real-world practicality.

If you're overwhelmed, worried, or simply want a clearer path forward, you're in the right place.

Evidence-led

Grounded in current science and welfare-focused practice

Welfare-first

The dog's wellbeing guides every decision we make

Pain-aware

We look for physical factors behind every behaviour

Collaborative care

We work as a team with vets, physios and trainers

How we work

Collaboration is how we work best

Dog behaviour doesn't exist in a vacuum. The most effective support happens when we look at the whole picture — health, environment, stress, learning history, and family life — then bring the right people together.

We collaborate with a trusted network of professionals including experienced trainers, veterinary teams, veterinary behaviourists, physiotherapists, groomers, and other specialists where needed — so your plan is well-rounded, practical, and genuinely supportive.

  • Clear, step-by-step guidance that families can actually follow
  • Practical systems to monitor progress (without overwhelm)
  • Professional communication and referral support when health factors are involved

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Our Signature Service

ABC Triage

The gold standard of professional pet consultancy

ABC Triage is our structured, investigative approach designed to identify what's driving behaviour underneath — and to build a plan that's tailored, realistic, and rooted in welfare-first practice.

  • High-quality information gathering (without forcing stressful situations)
  • Clear next steps, prioritised for real life
  • Professional referral guidance where health or pain may be a factor
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Intake

Detailed history, video footage & records gathered up front

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Analyse

Behaviour, health, stress & environment reviewed together

3
Finalise

Clear, prioritised plan with referral pathways & next steps

"We treat the animal in front of us — not just the behaviour we can see."
Our reach

More than a consultancy —
a welfare-led movement

Snout & About exists to raise the standard of dog behaviour support in Ireland. We combine ethical practice, professional collaboration, and practical systems that protect dogs, guardians, and professionals alike.

Support for families

Compassionate, structured behaviour support focused on safety, wellbeing, and lasting change.

Support for professionals

Mentorship, supervision, and practical systems support for ethical trainers and consultants.

Support for organisations

Operational redesign for rescues and welfare organisations, improving triage, processes, and decision-making.

Court & legal support

Clear, professional reporting and case support where behaviour work intersects with legal and welfare concerns.

Technology & tools

We build templates and digital tools that improve communication, progress tracking, and professional workflow.

Ethics & impact

We value people and the environment as much as we value dogs — and design services that reflect that.

Trusted by families across Ireland

Why families choose Snout & About

Clear process

Structured support and communication — no confusion, no overwhelm.

Whole-dog approach

Behaviour, health, stress, environment and learning history considered together.

Welfare-first

Ethical practice that protects your dog's wellbeing and your family's safety.