Dog Breeder salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Dog Breeder in Kenya is approximately 943,066 KES (5,978 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Dog Breeder do?

A dog breeder is an individual who specializes in breeding dogs for specific traits, characteristics, and purposes. They carefully select parent dogs based on factors such as breed standards, health, temperament, and working abilities to produce litters of puppies that meet these criteria. Dog breeders are responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of their breeding dogs, providing proper nutrition, veterinary care, and exercise. They also play a crucial role in socializing and training the puppies before they are placed in their forever homes. A dog breeder may specialize in a specific breed or work with multiple breeds, and they may be involved in various activities such as showing dogs in competitions, working with service or therapy dogs, or producing family pets.

Skills: dog breeder, breeding dogs, breed standards, health and well-being, socialization, training
Job industry: Agriculture

How much does Dog Breeder make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Dog Breeder a well paid job?

Yes, our data show that Dog Breeder is an averagely well paid job that still allows for some yearly savings. With years and experience the salary might increase even further, resulting in higher satisfaction.

What is considered a high salary for Dog Breeder?

High salary for Dog Breeder would be somewhere between 1,037,373 KES and 1,367,446 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Dog Breeder in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 943,066 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 78,589 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 18,136 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 453 KES per hour
By working as Dog Breeder a person can save up to 258 USD per month or 3,098 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Dog Breeder

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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