The Full Story
About Splendid K9
For almost a decade, Splendid K9 has been helping dog owners across South Africa build happier, more confident relationships with their dogs through science-based behaviour and training solutions. What began as a professional dog behaviour consultancy has grown into a trusted family of brands dedicated to improving every aspect of canine wellbeing. From expert training and behaviour support to carefully selected products. Every recommendation and product is backed by real-world experience working with thousands of dogs and their owners, giving you the confidence that you're learning from professionals who live and breathe dog behaviour every day.
Where it all began...
Splendid K9 began in 2017 with a passion for transforming the lives of dogs and the people who love them. What started as a specialist dog behaviour consultancy quickly became known for delivering practical, science-based solutions that create lasting behavioural change. Working directly with thousands of dogs and their owners has given us invaluable insight into what truly works, not just in theory, but in everyday life. That experience has shaped every part of our business and laid the foundation for the trusted ecosystem of services, education, and products that make up the Splendid K9 brand today.
Expanding our impact...
As demand for our services continued to grow, so did our vision. We expanded into professional dog walking to provide owners with a reliable solution that delivers far more than just exercise. Every walk is designed to support a dog's physical wellbeing, mental stimulation, and social development while reinforcing positive behaviours learned through training. By applying the same professional standards and behavioural understanding that built our reputation, our dog walking division has become a trusted extension of the Splendid K9 experience, giving owners peace of mind that their dogs are in knowledgeable, capable hands.
Introducing Splendid K9 Academy
After years of working with dogs and their owners, we recognised a common challenge: finding products that professionals genuinely trust at prices that remain accessible. That's why we created Splendid K9 Academy, our boutique online dog training store. Every product is carefully selected, tested, and approved by our behaviour specialists because we believe the right tools can make training more effective and enjoyable. By working hard to keep our prices competitive, we're able to help dog owners access premium, trainer-recommended products without paying premium retail prices, making professional-quality training more affordable for everyone.