Nil

O'Boyle, CPDT-KA

Owner/Training Director
Nil has been training dogs for over 20 years and is certified by both the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and by Animal Behavior College. She has been and continues to be a student of canine behavior and, a researcher by trade, Nil always stays abreast of the latest in behavior research so that she brings her clients the best and most effective training techniques. Nil is adamant in her belief that training dogs without force, rather with kindness and patience, earns a dog’s trust and cooperation and enhances your relationship with your dog.

“I will always advocate for dogs to be understood as individuals, to be treated respectfully, and to be taught without the fear of force or pain.”

Cassidy

Scalzo, CPDT-KA

Trainer

Cassidy is no stranger to K9K!  She used to work at our day camp when we first opened.  In addition to being a staff trainer here at K9K, Cassidy works as a trainer at Animal Farm Foundation, an organization that brings dogs and people together to end breed-specific legislation.  Breed-specific legislation (BSL) is a law or ordinance that regulates or completely bans the keeping of dogs of specific breeds (often pitbulls or dogs that look like that).  AND, Cassidy (like her mom Sue, YES they're related!) also worked at Two-by-Two Zoo so she comes to us with cross species experience! 

Cassidy is certified by Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and draws on all her experience when teaching classes at The K9Konnection and her students love her!

Trainer

Lindsay first started out at The K9Konnection years ago as a student with her dog Isak, and over time they have taken nearly every class K9K offers! Committed to giving Isak the life he deserves while working on his reactivity issues, she researched all she could about canine behavior, and what initially started out as a hobby eventually blossomed into a career. 

Lindsay is a recent graduate of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and a CTA Certified Dog Trainer (CCDT) and recently earned her CPDT-KA certification!  She's looking forward to helping you strengthen the active partnership you have with your dog!

Rebecca Gordineer

Trainer

Rebecca has always had a passion for working with and helping animals big and small. She has been working at Full Circle Veterinary Hospital for five years as a veterinary assistant and recently earned her Associate of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. In February 2020, she adopted her dog, Bean, who was soon after enrolled in K9K classes with Nil, sparking Rebecca’s interest in canine training. Through research, training courses, consistency, and patience, Rebecca has been able to work through and manage Bean’s reactivity. Rebecca’s main goals are to create a healthy balance of hard work and enjoyment through training. Rebecca is excited to share the knowledge, tools, and tricks she has learned to help every dog and their owner establish a rewarding, safe, and fun relationship with each other.

Bean is a four year old American Staffordshire terrier mix. A southern gentleman, he was born in the great state of Alabama. However, he moved to New York in pursuit of a better life when he was around a year old. Bean loves long walks at the park, sunbathing, eves dropping on any conversation within ear shot and chasing squirrels. When he’s not taking his 6th nap of the day, you can find him having meaningful conversations with whoever will listen. He’s a real lady’s man but takes some time to warm up. Once he’s lukewarm there’s no stopping him and his personality.

Ruby

Max

Gracie