Epona Pet Care

Epona Pet Care offers private puppy classes and private lessons designed to equip owners with the knowledge and tools to guide their puppy through all life stages and build a strong bond. These sessions cover pre-puppy counseling, home preparation, housebreaking, socialization, basic and advanced obedience, and tricks.

For rescue dogs, services include adoption counseling, basic obedience, customized training, and assistance with special needs, recall, and leash walking. The business also addresses problem behaviors such as reactivity and separation anxiety by evaluating the dog and developing a tailored plan. Additionally, specialized game-based training is available for kids and dogs, designed to make learning fun for everyone and help children understand canine behavior.

Pricing Summary

Private training lessons are $85.00 per hour, with group rates also available. Dog boarding is priced at $75.00 per night for one dog, with an additional $25.00 for each extra dog. Boarding fees include all walks, feedings, and any necessary medication administration.

Epona Pet Care L.L.C. is a dog training and boarding business established in 2005 by Christina Russoniello. Christina holds a Masters Degree in animal science and has over 20 years of experience working with dogs and horses, dedicating herself to helping people and their dogs live their best lives.

They offer a unique “bed and biscuit” dog boarding experience on a 17-acre property, providing private, climate-controlled accommodations with individual attention and extensive indoor and outdoor play areas. For training, Christina employs force-free methods that are safe and enjoyable for families, emphasizing the creation of a strong bond between dogs and their owners.

Epona Pet Care focuses on compassionate, relationship-based training, explicitly stating they do not use pain or force-based tools like prong collars. They aim to help dogs enjoy working with their owners, fostering a willing partnership.

Accomplishments

Christina Russoniello, the founder, holds a Masters Degree in animal science and has over 20 years of experience working with dogs and horses, during which she has honed her skills as a dog trainer. She has also pursued continuing education credits and volunteered with local trainers and rescue groups.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can initiate the process by calling for a free phone consultation. During this consultation, the trainer will discuss the client’s needs and guide them through the available training options to determine the best fit for their dog.