Dog Training in Nairobi & Kiambu

Training that fits your dog, your home and your goals

Every dog arrives with a different history. A twelve-week-old Rottweiler puppy, a rescued mixed breed who is scared of visitors, and a two-year-old German Shepherd who guards the gate too hard all need different plans. That is why every G.A.P programme starts with an assessment, not a fixed package.

We look at temperament, energy, health, breed traits and the environment the dog lives in, then agree clear goals with you. Training is practical and built around real life in Nairobi and Kiambu: gates, askaris and visitors, matatu noise, compound walls, cats, and children coming home from school.

Our training programmes

• Puppy training: the foundations that prevent most adult problems: toilet habits, bite inhibition, handling, crate comfort and confident socialisation.
• Obedience training: basic and advanced commands proofed around distractions, so your dog listens in the compound and outside it.
• Behavioural training: for aggression, reactivity, anxiety, fear, excessive barking and other problem behaviour.
• Protection and K9 security training: controlled guard and protection work for suitable dogs, always on top of solid obedience.

How a G.A.P programme runs

1. Assess. We meet your dog, watch how it behaves and listen to what you need.
2. Train. Structured sessions build the skills step by step, with clear markers and fair, consistent handling.
3. Hand over. You learn the commands and the handling, and practise until you are confident.
4. Follow up. We check in, adjust and help you keep the results.

Why owners choose G.A.P

We have spent 8 years working with dogs in Nairobi and Kiambu, from family pets to working breeds. Training is led by David Karanja, who has more than 8 years of experience in behavioural training and a deep, all-round knowledge of dogs. We care about dogs that are calm, safe and reliable, and owners who understand their dog. Training should make life with your dog easier, safer and more enjoyable.

Not sure which programme you need? Send us a WhatsApp message with your dog’s age, breed and the problem you want to solve. You can also read our puppy training timeline before you start.