The K9Konnection

Specialties

Welcome to The K9Konnection dog training located near Poughkeepsie, New York and serving the greater Hudson Valley! Whether you’ve just brought home a new puppy, adopted/​rescued a dog (young or old!), or would like to work on training a dog that’s already a part of your family, we’re here to help. Here at The K9Konnection, our training approach is entirely force –free and based on scientifically proven positive reinforcement methods. NO prong collars, NO choke chains, NO physical force and NO shock collars. We teach your dog the RIGHT behaviors so he/​she knows what behaviors pay off and what don’t. The result — a wonderful relationship with your canine friend that is built on trust, kindness, patience, and cooperation. Not only will you succeed in teaching your dog how to live beautifully with your family, you’ll have fun doing it.

History

Established in 2009.

The K9Konnection started in the Hudson Valley in 2009 and since then we provided private training and behavior consultations. We are now pleased to announce the opening of our new training facility in Poughkeepsie NY!

Meet the Business Owner

Nil O.

Business Owner

Nil has been training dogs for over 13 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.

«Working with people and their dogs is my passion. I love watching them light up when they see how simple it is to teach their dogs!»