Accessories
Dog Accessories Every Owner Actually Needs
Collars, leads, harnesses, ID tags, crates, beds, bowls and toys. A no-nonsense checklist of dog accessories for Kenyan homes, and what to avoid.
Training · Puppies
Puppy Training
The first months shape the dog you will live with for the next ten years or more. We help you raise a puppy that is confident, calm and easy to live with.
What this service covers
- 01
Toilet and house habits
A simple routine for toilet training, sleeping, feeding and quiet time that works with Kenyan homes and compounds.
- 02
Biting and mouthing
Teach bite inhibition early, so play stays gentle with children and visitors.
- 03
Socialisation done right
Calm, positive exposure to people, sounds, surfaces, cars and other animals, at a safe pace and with vaccination status in mind.
- 04
First commands
Name, sit, down, come, leave it and walking on a lead, taught through short, fun sessions.
Start early, keep it simple
Puppies learn fastest in their first months. What they experience now, good or bad, shapes how they react to people, other dogs and new places as adults. Most of the problems we see in adult dogs (fear of visitors, pulling, biting, guarding food) are far easier to prevent than to fix later.
Our puppy training gives you a clear routine and a handful of skills that make everything else easier.
What we cover
- Routine and toilet training: feeding, sleeping, play and toilet times that set your puppy up to succeed.
- Crate and alone time: so your puppy can settle calmly when you leave the house.
- Handling: being touched, groomed, examined by a vet and having nails trimmed without a fight.
- Bite inhibition: soft mouths and calm play.
- Socialisation: people of different ages, sounds like traffic and rain on iron sheets, different surfaces, and polite meetings with safe adult dogs.
- First commands: name response, sit, down, come, leave it and walking on a loose lead.
Big-breed puppies
German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Doberman, Boerboel and Malinois puppies grow into powerful adults. Early structure matters even more for these breeds. If you want a future guard or protection dog, the right puppy foundation makes later protection K9 training safer and more reliable.
Helpful reading
See our week-by-week puppy training timeline and our guide to choosing dog food in Kenya.
FAQ
Puppy training: your questions
When should I start training my puppy?
Start the day your puppy comes home, usually at around 8 weeks. Early lessons are short and play-based. The most important socialisation window closes at roughly 12 to 16 weeks, so do not wait for the puppy to "grow up first".
Is it safe to train my puppy before all its vaccinations?
Yes, with care. Training at home and in clean, controlled places is safe. Avoid areas where unknown dogs gather until your vet says your puppy's vaccinations are complete, and follow your vet's schedule, including rabies.
How do I stop my puppy from biting?
Puppies explore with their mouths. Stop play when teeth touch skin too hard, redirect onto a toy, give enough rest (overtired puppies bite more), and never encourage hand-wrestling. We show you the exact steps in the first session.
Can you help me choose a puppy?
Yes. Choosing the right breed and a healthy, well-bred puppy prevents many problems. Message us before you buy and we can talk through breed, temperament and what to look for.
Read next
Helpful guides
Grooming
Grooming Your Dog at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to brush, bathe, check for ticks, trim nails and clean ears at home, plus how often to do each and when to call a professional groomer in Nairobi.
Puppy Training Timeline: What to Teach from 8 Weeks to 1 Year
A month-by-month puppy training plan for Kenyan homes. Toilet training, biting, socialisation, recall and lead walking, with what to expect at each age.
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Other ways we can help
Obedience training
A dog that comes when called, walks without pulling and stays where you put it. Obedience is the foundation for a safe, relaxed life together.
Dog training
From the first sit to a reliable protection dog. We train the dog in front of you and teach you to handle it, so the results last after we leave.
Grooming & hygiene
A clean, comfortable dog is a healthier, happier dog. Grooming and hygiene care from people who understand dog behaviour, so even nervous or big dogs are handled calmly.
Nairobi & Kiambu
Let's talk about your dog.
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.