Hanne Grice is a UK Clinical Animal Behaviourist, educator, and researcher specialising in human animal interactions, behaviour change science, and clinical behaviour case management. Alongside this, she is an Animal Sciences Lecturer at UCBB.
A graduate of University Centre Bishop Burton, Hanne achieved a Distinction in her MSc in Applied Animal Behaviour and Training. She now contributes to the next generation of practitioners by teaching modules including Animal Behaviour Consulting, Human-Animal Interactions, and Psychology.
Alongside her academic role, Hanne leads an award-winning clinical animal behaviour and training practice established in 2006, working with complex referral-level behaviour cases across species. She integrates learning theory, neuroscience, welfare science, and human behaviour change models to support sustainable outcomes for animals and their guardians. Her approach is grounded in current peer-reviewed research across behaviour science, welfare science, and human psychology.
Hanne previously served on the Board of the Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC). Following completion of her tenure in July 2025, she was awarded Honorary Membership in recognition of her contribution to professional standards, practitioner education, and sector development. Through this work, she has contributed to national conversations around accreditation, ethics, and public protection in animal behaviour practice. She is involved in postgraduate teaching, practitioner mentoring, and professional standards development across the UK animal behaviour sector. Her academic and clinical interests include:
- Human behaviour change in animal training and behaviour modification
- Attachment and relationship dynamics between humans and companion animals
- The impact of major life transitions, including pregnancy and early parenthood, on dog-owner relationship dynamics
- Emotional systems, stress biology, and welfare-centred behaviour support
- Communication and consent-based training approaches
Hanne contributes to national media, professional publications, and public education, translating complex behaviour science into accessible, evidence-based guidance. She has appeared on BBC Breakfast and The One Show and is regularly featured across major UK radio platforms, including BBC national and regional stations, Times Radio, and Talk, discussing animal behaviour, welfare, and human-animal relationships.
Among her achievements, Hanne won Clinical Animal Behaviourist of the Year (2023–24) and Animal Behaviourist of the Year (2025–26), recognising her contributions to clinical practice, education, and public understanding of animal behaviour.
Hanne also creates public-facing educational content, including her popular video series Animals in History and How Does…, which explore animal behaviour science, human-animal relationships, and historical perspectives on animals. These series translate complex research into accessible, evidence-led learning for the public and professionals.
Hanne is particularly passionate about supporting students to develop critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and confidence in applying behaviour science in real-world contexts. Her teaching draws on clinical case experience, current research literature, and professional standards frameworks.
