Virtual Dog Training · Los Angeles
Virtual Dog Training & Follow-Up Support
Outside Los Angeles, or need help between visits? Raquel coaches you and your dog live by Zoom or phone, in the home where the behavior happens.
- In-Home & Private
- BBB A+ Accredited
- Training Since 2011
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Tell Raquel about your dog and what is going wrong. She will call you back to talk it through.
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Virtual Dog Training
Virtual Dog Training With a Los Angeles Trainer
Not every dog problem needs a trainer at the door. Sometimes you need someone who can watch your dog, hear what is going on and tell you exactly what to change tonight. Virtual dog training with Raquel gives you that, by Zoom video or phone, wherever you live. It is the same Los Angeles trainer and the same calm approach, delivered to your screen.
Raquel has worked with dog owners since 2011, and staying in touch after a session has always been part of how she works. Virtual sessions extend that to people outside her 50-mile travel area, to families between visits, and to anyone who wants expert eyes on a problem before booking dog training in Los Angeles in person.
When a Virtual Session Makes Sense
Video works best when the problem is about routine, handling and household habits, because those are things you can change yourself once you know how. Raquel watches your dog in its own space, so she sees the doorway, the couch or the crate where things go wrong.
Owners usually book a virtual session for one of these reasons: they live outside the Los Angeles area, they want follow-up coaching after a Master Class, a new puppy or rescue is about to arrive, or a small problem needs a quick fix before it grows. It is also a low-pressure way to see whether Raquel’s method, The Way of Dogs, fits your dog.
Video has limits, and Raquel is honest about them. Serious aggression, bites and severe reactivity are best handled in person, where she can read your dog up close and keep everyone safe.
How Raquel's Zoom and Phone Sessions Work
A virtual session with Raquel is a live conversation, not a recorded course. She asks about your dog, watches it on camera, and coaches you while you practice. You finish the call with clear steps for your own home.
Before the Call
When you book, Raquel asks what your dog is doing, when it happens and what you have already tried. If a short phone video of the problem helps, she will ask for one, so the session time goes to solving it.
During Your Session
Raquel watches your dog and how you handle it, explains what your dog is communicating and shows you what to change. Then it is your turn, with her coaching your timing in real time. Raquel believes 80 percent of training is about the human, and that is where video shines.
After the Call
You leave with a simple plan for the coming week. If your dog needs more hands-on help, Raquel will tell you, and local clients can move straight to the One-Day In-Home Master Class.
When In-Person Training Is Better
For dogs who bite, guard or explode on walks, Raquel recommends in-home work. Read about aggressive dog training or Raquel’s dog behaviorist service.
What You Can Work On Over Video
Many everyday problems are easier to fix on camera than people expect, because the camera shows Raquel your real home and your real routine. An online dog training consultation with her usually covers one or two of these:
- Puppy routines and first cues
- Potty and crate schedules
- Door manners and jumping on guests
- Barking at windows and noises
- Leash handling basics
- Settling a newly adopted dog
- Preparing your dog for a new baby
- Moving to a new home
- House rules everyone follows
- Keeping progress after a Master Class
You need a phone, tablet or laptop with a camera and a steady connection. A second person to hold the camera helps, so Raquel can see both you and your dog. Sessions are private, and nothing is recorded unless you ask.
Questions About Virtual Dog Training?
Talk it through with Raquel before you book.
What virtual training includes
Expert help for your dog, wherever you are
Problems Raquel Solves on Video
- Puppy Biting and Mouthing
- Accidents in the House
- Jumping on Guests
- Barking at Noises
- Pulling on the Leash
- Settling a New Rescue
Setting Up Your Space for a Video Session
Choose the room where the problem happens, whether that is the front door, the kitchen or the crate. Keep your dog’s leash, its usual toys and anything you use for walks nearby. Put the camera at floor height when Raquel needs to see your dog’s body language.
For a dog phone training consultation, the setup is even simpler: a quiet spot and a few notes about when the behavior happens. Many follow-up questions are solved in a short call.
If your dog’s behavior changed suddenly, or it seems to be in pain, see your vet first. Pain and illness can look like training problems, and a quick vet check keeps the plan pointed at the real cause.
Virtual vs In-Home Dog Training: Which Fits Your Dog?
Both formats use the same method and the same trainer. The difference is how close Raquel can get to your dog, and how much of the work happens in her hands versus yours. The table shows how to choose.
| Virtual (Zoom or phone) | In-home Master Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Where it happens | Your home, anywhere, by video or phone | Your home in the LA area, with Raquel there |
| Who does the hands-on work | You, coached live by Raquel | Raquel first, then you with her guidance |
| Best for | Routines, puppies, manners and follow-ups | Reactivity, aggression, anxiety and deep habits |
| Session style | Focused call on one or two problems | 3 to 5 hours covering the whole household |
| Where to start | Book a call and describe your dog | Call Raquel for a Master Class quote |
Every dog is assessed individually, and Raquel will tell you honestly which format suits yours.
If you live within 50 miles of Los Angeles, private in-home dog training is often the faster route for serious behavior problems.
What You Get From Virtual Dog Training With Raquel
The biggest change is confidence. You understand why your dog does what it does and what to do the next time it happens. Instead of countless classes and expense, you get direct answers from the person who would be training your dog in person.
New puppy on the way? Pair a virtual session with Raquel’s puppy training packages once your pup is home, or use a call to set up potty and crate routines from day one.
On every call you speak with Raquel herself, never an assistant or a call center. She has coached dog owners since 2011, holds an A+ rating with the BBB, and averages 4.9 stars from clients on Google and Yelp. Learn about Raquel, or see the full list of Happy Paws services.
More ways Raquel helps
Related Dog Training Services
Most dogs need a mix of skills. Raquel builds one plan around your dog, so these often fit together with virtual dog training.
Manners, boundaries and calm walks taught in your own home, where the habits started.
Biting, potty routines and first cues for puppies, taught at home from day one.
Help for dogs who panic, bark or chew when they are left alone.
Pricing
How Pricing Works
Tell Raquel what is going on and she will quote a virtual session that fits your dog.
VIRTUAL QUESTIONS
Virtual Dog Training FAQs
Does virtual dog training really work?
Yes, for many problems. Routines, puppy habits, manners and household rules often improve quickly when the owner is coached live at home. Problems that need hands-on handling, such as biting or severe reactivity, are better solved in person.
What do I need for a Zoom dog training session?
A phone, tablet or laptop with a camera, a steady internet connection and your dog in the room where the problem happens. A second person to hold the camera is helpful. Keep the leash and anything you use with your dog close by.
Can virtual training help an aggressive dog?
Video can help you understand the triggers and keep everyone safe in the meantime. Raquel recommends in-person work for dogs who bite or guard, because she needs to read the dog up close. Any bite history should be shared before a session.
Do I need to live in Los Angeles?
No. Virtual sessions are open to dog owners outside the Los Angeles area. If you live within 50 miles of LA, Raquel can also come to your home, and she will tell you which option is likely to work best for your dog.
Is a phone call enough, or do I need video?
A phone call works well for follow-up questions and quick fixes. Video is better for a first session, because Raquel can see your dog’s body language and how you handle it. You can choose either when you book.
Can my whole family join the call?
Yes, and Raquel encourages it. Everyone who walks, feeds or plays with your dog should hear the same plan. Mixed rules are one of the most common reasons training slips, so the more of the household on the call, the better.
Can I start virtually and book an in-home session later?
Yes. Many local clients start with a call, then book the One-Day In-Home Master Class once they know what Raquel would do. Your virtual session gives her a head start on your dog’s needs.
Can you do virtual puppy training?
Yes. Video suits puppies well, because so much of the work is about routines, crate time, potty breaks and first cues that the family practices every day. Raquel can also help you prepare before your puppy comes home.
Is a virtual session the same as free advice after my Master Class?
Not quite. Free advice is part of every in-home session, so past clients can call or text with questions for as long as they need. A virtual session is a planned, focused coaching call for a new or bigger problem.
What happens if my dog needs in-person help?
Raquel will tell you honestly. If you live in her service area, she can plan an in-home Master Class. If you are farther away, she can explain what to look for in a local trainer and what to keep doing until then.
Didn’t find your question? See the complete Happy Paws FAQ list.
Ready to Talk It Through With Raquel?
Tell me what your dog is doing and where you live, and I’ll tell you whether a virtual session or a home visit is the better place to start. Want to write it all down instead? Message Raquel online.
