Catherine
Griffin
CDBC · IAABC · Progressing CAB
Founder of Snout & About and a Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant with over 15 years of experience. Internationally published, welfare-first, and committed to raising the standard of canine behaviour support across Ireland.
A clinical, welfare-first approach to behaviour
Catherine's work is grounded in a clinical, multidisciplinary and welfare-led model of canine care. Every case is approached through a behavioural health, pain-aware and emotional regulation lens — ensuring that training never happens on top of unmanaged anxiety, fear or discomfort.
Her role is to investigate why behaviour is occurring, not just what it looks like on the surface, and to build tailored pathways that bring together the right professionals at the right time for both dog and guardian.
Her academic foundation includes advanced study under the esteemed Dr Emily Blackwell at the University of Bristol. A former Training and Behaviour Advisor for Dogs Trust, her work is recognised internationally, with published case studies featured in respected journals and used as educational material by the ATN Animal Behaviour Academy in Europe.
Catherine works with notable organisations including Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland, the ATN Academy for Applied Psychology, multiple educational bodies, and across veterinary clinics throughout Ireland.
- Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant (CDBC) — IAABC
- Progressing Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB)
- Advanced study with Dr Emily Blackwell, University of Bristol
- Former Training & Behaviour Advisor, Dogs Trust
- Published case studies used in international professional education
- Regular collaboration with veterinary, physio, nutrition & training professionals
- Practice aligned with IAABC Code of Ethics
Catherine's Triage services are approved for cover by Allianz Pet Insurance.
Areas of special interest
Catherine takes on cases others find complex. Her investigative, welfare-first methodology is particularly well-suited to the following areas.
Pain-related behaviour
Complex medical-behavioural cases where underlying pain or health conditions are driving behaviour change.
Fear, anxiety & dysregulation
Cases involving significant fear and emotional dysregulation requiring a careful, staged approach.
Stereotypic & maladaptive behaviours
Compulsive, repetitive and maladaptive patterns requiring in-depth investigation and collaborative management.
Legal assessment & policy
Destruction order assessments, safety & risk analysis, court reporting and expert input for legal cases.
Rescue, trauma & welfare
Welfare-sensitive cases including dogs from rescue and rehabilitation with complex trauma histories.
Client education & neurodiversity
Neurodiversity-aware support, client advocacy and education for families navigating complex home environments.
Additional services
Catherine's work extends well beyond individual client consultations — into industry education, specialist assessments, and the development of tools and resources used across Ireland and internationally.
For all specialist enquiries, contact Catherine directly at info@snoutandabout.ie
Building the infrastructure the industry needs
Catherine doesn't just consult — she builds. From free professional tools used across Ireland to app-based resources for clients and guardians, her work is shaping how the industry operates.
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Book in with Catherine
Choose an option below to explore consultation services. For mentorship, visit the Mentorship page. For specialist services, email Catherine directly.
Email: info@snoutandabout.ie