SNWDA K9 Handler Training Team Members


About Us

Founded in 2018, the Southern Nevada Working Dog Association (SNWDA) was established with a clear vision: to build strong partnerships across Southern Nevada between Corperate Casino Security K9 Teams, Private Sector Security K9 Teams and our Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement K9 Teams. Our focus is on fostering collaboration and enhancing skills through dedicated, no-cost K9 Handler Training. At SNWDA, we believe that empowering K9 handlers strengthens our entire community, which is why both our training sessions and K9 Handler memberships are always free.


Our SNWDA K9 Handler Training Team is composed of committed, local K9 professionals who live and work in Southern Nevada. Each member volunteers their time, driven by a shared commitment to give back to the community that has offered them invaluable career opportunities. This team’s dedication ensures that our programs not only meet but exceed the needs of K9 handlers in Southern Nevada.


The funding for SNWDA’s initiatives comes from merchandise sales, with every dollar reinvested into purchasing essential training equipment or promoting our mission. We’re also deeply grateful to the “Friends of SNWDA,” whose support keeps this vision alive and thriving.


Through our collective efforts, we’re not just building a network of skilled K9 teams – we’re fostering a legacy of cooperation, trust, and community service.


SNWDA Board Members

Steve Martinez - K9 Black

Retired Chicago Police Officer Steve Martinez

Owner: Black Dog America, LLC

Retired Police Patrol/Narcotic K9 Black

Steve's Bio

Founder: Southern Nevada Working Dog Association

Southern Nevada

Canine Supervisor/Trainer Woody Chan

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority

Retired Explosive Detection K9 Cooper

Woody's Bio

Board Member: Southern Nevada Working Dog Association

Marion Anderson - K9 Zandor

Retired Chicago Police Officer Marion Anderson

Caesars Entertainment K9 Handler / Trainer

Retired Police Patrol/Narcotic K9 Zandor

Marions's Bio

Board Member: Southern Nevada Working Dog Association

SNWDA Lead K9 Trainers

Walter Bustillos

Armed K9 Handler / Assistant Trainer Walter Bustillos

Caesars Entertainment K9 Unit

Explosive Detection K9 Bendi

Walter's Bio

K9 Trainer: Southern Nevada Working Dog Association


Southern Nevada

Armed K9 Handler Kevin Kline

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority

Explosive Detection K9 Bo

Kevin's's Bio

K9 Trainer: Southern Nevada Working Dog Association


Abby Gatdula - K9 Titan - K9 Zandor

K9 Handler Abby Gatdula

Former Caesars Entertainment K9 Unit

Retired Caesars Entertainment Explosive Detection K9 Titan

K9 Handler for DHS/TSA

Abby's Bio

K9 Trainer: Southern Nevada Working Dog Association


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