Léa
Chevalier
CDBC · IAABC · SAPT · Dynamic Dog Practitioner
A qualified dog behaviour consultant whose journey began with her own dog, Croquette. Léa works through fear- and force-free, ethical methods rooted in science, empathy and consent — helping dogs and their humans build calmer, more connected relationships.
Science, empathy & consent
Léa's journey into canine behaviour began with her own dog, Croquette — a dog whose emotional depth and sensitivity inspired Léa to develop a deep passion for helping dogs through ethical, evidence-based methods.
She has worked with a wide range of dogs and behaviour issues, from complex fear-based cases to everyday struggles in multi-dog households. Her experience includes supporting rescue dogs, sensitive adolescents, and overwhelmed guardians — always with a focus on emotional wellbeing and clear, compassionate guidance.
Léa has a strong interest in the connection between pain and behaviour and is a certified Dynamic Dog Practitioner, trained to assess gait and posture and work alongside vets to identify potential physical issues contributing to behaviour change.
She is also a certified Separation Anxiety Pro Trainer, offering structured, humane support for dogs struggling to cope with alone time — including a dedicated virtual programme.
- Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant (CDBC) — IAABC
- Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Trainer (SAPT)
- Dynamic Dog Practitioner — gait & posture assessment
- Fear- and force-free, consent-based methodology
- Experience with rescue dogs, adolescents & multi-dog households
- Pain-behaviour connection specialist
Areas of special interest
Fear-based behaviour
Complex fear cases including phobias, reactivity, and trauma-related responses, approached with patience and structure.
Separation anxiety
Structured, evidence-based virtual programmes for dogs who struggle with alone time — following an initial in-person consultation.
Pain & behaviour
As a Dynamic Dog Practitioner, Léa assesses gait and posture to identify physical issues that may be driving behaviour change.
Multi-dog households
Navigating the complexities of inter-dog dynamics, resource management and household harmony.
Rescue & sensitive dogs
Supporting rescue dogs and sensitive adolescents, building trust and emotional resilience at a pace that suits the dog.
Overwhelmed guardians
Clear, compassionate guidance for families who are struggling — with focus on understanding, not judgement.
Clear, transparent pricing
A comprehensive in-home assessment covering behaviour history, observational assessment and tailored guidance. Includes a virtual follow-up session.
Full virtual behaviour consultation for clients outside Léa's area or where remote assessment is most appropriate.
In-person follow-up training session building on the initial consultation plan.
A one-hour virtual check-in to review progress and adjust the behaviour modification plan.
A structured 8-week virtual programme designed specifically for dogs with separation anxiety.
- 12 virtual consultations over 8 weeks
- 2 x virtual sessions per week for the first four weeks
- 1 x virtual session per week for the remaining four weeks
- Structured progress tracking throughout
Book in with Léa
Get in touch with Léa directly to discuss your dog's needs and find the right service for you.
Email: lea@snoutandabout.ie
Location: Dublin & surrounds. In-person and virtual consultations available.
