Nairobi County
Dog training in Nairobi
Puppy school, obedience, behaviour help and protection K9 training for Nairobi dog owners, from Karen to Kasarani. Practical training for city life: gates, guards, visitors and busy roads.
A Nairobi dog trainer for real city life
Dogs in Nairobi live with a unique set of challenges. Many live in compounds with gates that open several times a day, share space with askaris, house help and visitors, and hear traffic, motorbikes and construction noise around the clock. Some are kept as family companions in apartments in Kilimani or Westlands; others guard large homes in Karen, Runda or Muthaiga.
That is why our training is built around your actual environment. We look at where your dog lives, who it meets each day and what you need it to do, then build a plan that works there, not just on a training field.
Common problems we solve in Nairobi homes
- Gate rushing and escaping: dogs that bolt out when the gate opens.
- Barking and lunging at the fence at passers-by, boda bodas or the neighbour's dogs.
- Jumping on visitors and children.
- Aggression towards staff or guests, often in guarding breeds.
- Pulling on the lead on estate roads.
- Puppies that bite, chew and have toilet accidents in the house.
Training programmes
Every programme starts with an assessment. From there we recommend puppy training, obedience training, behavioural training or protection and K9 training, or a combination. We also offer grooming and hygiene, the G.A.P dog motel with dog walking and pet sitting, and rehoming and rescue.
Popular breeds we work with in Nairobi
German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Dobermans, Belgian Malinois, Boerboels, Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Huskies, Jack Russells, Japanese Spitz, Maltese, Pugs and much-loved local and mixed-breed dogs. Breed tells us something; your individual dog tells us more.
Services in Nairobi
What we can help with
Puppy training
Toilet habits, biting, socialisation and first commands from 8 weeks.
Obedience
Recall, loose-lead walking, stay and calm gate manners.
Behaviour & rehab
Canine behaviourist help for aggression, reactivity, fear and anxiety.
Protection & K9
Guard and protection training for suitable dogs.
Grooming & hygiene
Bath, coat care, nails, ears and tick checks.
Dog motel & walking
Boarding at the G.A.P dog motel, dog walking and pet sitting.
FAQ
Dog training in Nairobi: questions
Do you offer dog training in my part of Nairobi?
We work with dog owners across Nairobi, including Karen, Langata, Runda, Muthaiga, Gigiri, Westlands, Kilimani, Lavington, Kileleshwa, Loresho, Kitisuru, Parklands, Kasarani, Roysambu and South C. Send us your location on WhatsApp and we will confirm the arrangement.
Who is the best dog trainer in Nairobi for my dog?
The best trainer is one who assesses your dog before promising results, explains their methods clearly, and teaches you to handle your dog. Ask any trainer how they handle aggression, what happens after the programme ends, and whether you will be involved in sessions.
Can you help with a dog that barks at the gate or chases people walking past?
Yes. Gate reactivity is one of the most common problems in Nairobi compounds. We look at why the dog reacts (guarding, frustration or fear) and build calm behaviour at the gate through behavioural and obedience training.
Do you train guard dogs for homes in Nairobi?
Yes, for suitable dogs. Our protection and K9 training builds alerting and guarding on top of solid obedience so the dog stays safe with your family, staff and visitors.
How do I start?
Send a WhatsApp message to 0706 781 874 with your dog's breed, age, your area in Nairobi and what you want to change.
Nairobi & Kiambu
Training a dog in Nairobi?
Tell us your dog’s breed, age and what you want to change. A trainer will reply on WhatsApp with honest advice and the next step.
Open 24 hours Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat. Pricing on request via WhatsApp. Prefer email? Send us a message or use the contact form.