Dr Stephanie Grath
Veterinarian
From a young age onwards Stephanie Grath has been actively involved in dog sports and has handled various breeds, including German Shepherds, American Staffordshire Terriers, German Hunting Terriers and Black and Tan Coonhounds, in a wide range of disciplines and competitions.
She studied veterinary medicine at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), graduating in 2003. During her studies, she developed a particular interest in canine behaviour and training family dogs. After graduating, she worked in various large and small animal veterinary practices, gaining experience with companion animals, pigs, cattle and horses. In 2003, she established her own mobile veterinary practice, specialising in behavioural therapy for dogs and cats.
She is an author, internationally renowned speaker, seminar leader and training placement provider for dog trainers. She also runs a dog training school and a dog boarding and training facility. In addition, she is a TOP Trainer at the Scheuerhof Animal Academy and a coach for Trainingspezialist Hund, founded by Katja Frey.
Stephanie is an expert assessor for dogs classified as dangerous, an examiner for dog handler licences and assistance dogs, and a recognised team assessor for guide dogs for the blind accredited by the German Federation of the Blind and Partially Sighted (DBSV).
For more than 15 years she has been actively involved in voluntary work with visiting dogs in aged care facilities. She also supports prospective owners in selecting and providing initial training for visiting and assistance dogs. Since 2022, she has been a qualified professional in Animal-Assisted Interventions (ISAAT).
Her international work has taken her to the USA, Argentina, India, Kenya, Australia, Brazil and Lebanon. She also works as a tour guide for resilience-building expeditions in the Sahara and delivers seminars for veterinarians, dog trainers and industry partners.
