welcome to animal psychology clinic

Kathryn McRobb BA (Hons) PgDip MSc CAB CDBC is a certified dog behaviourist, cat behaviourist and dog trainer based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Our clinic specialises in providing behavioural consultations for dog and cat owners in Northern Ireland whose pets are displaying behaviour problems.

At Animal Psychology Clinic we also offer puppy and dog training classes, 1-2-1 dog and puppy training, and help to prepare for a new puppy, kitten or baby.

We have the skills and knowledge acquired through professional qualifications and extensive experience ensuring there is no need to use equipment or methods that involve pain, fear, or punishment.

Our Services

• Behaviour Consultations
• Risk Assessments for Fostering and Adoption, Courts, Local Councils, Expert Witness, and Shelters
• Reactive and Fearful Classes
• Puppy Training and Socialisation Classes
• Dog Training Classes
• Group Walks
• Private 1-2-1 Training
• Prepare for a New Puppy or Kitten
• Prepare for a New Baby

Why Choose us? 

• MSc CAB in Applied Clinical Animal and Behaviour and Welfare (Distinction from Newcastle University)
• PgDip in Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Distinction from Queens University, Belfast) 
• BA (Hons) Psychology (1st Class Honours from Queens University, Belfast) 
• Member of Fellowship of Animal Behaviour Clinicians (FABC)
• Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant (CDBC) by IAABC (International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants)

Practical Experience

• 20+ years experience in NI, GB and Europe
• Mentored by leading UK Certificated Clinical Animal Behaviourists and Vet Behaviourists
• Clinical skills assessed at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in London and RSPCA shelters as part of CCAB pathway
• Workshops with UK and International experts
• Ten years shelter experience in Europe
• Annual CPD for latest scientific research