Equinox Pets

Equinox Pets offers structured training programs tailored to a dog’s age and skill level: Puppy Basics (8–16 weeks) focuses on socialization, housebreaking, and crate training; Canine Foundations (16+ weeks) builds on obedience and manners; Advanced Basics refines recall, loose-leash walking, and off-leash reliability; Behavior Training addresses root causes of anxiety, barking, jumping, and fear. All programs begin with an individual evaluation. Training is delivered in private sessions at home or at Jena’s facility, with options for in-vivo training at vet or groomer locations. Packages of 4 or 8 sessions are available for cost savings and consistency.

Pricing Summary

Training sessions range from $85 to $115 per session, with discounted packages: 4-pack Puppy Basics at $320, 8-pack at $635; Behavior Training 4-pack at $420, 8-pack at $820. Pet sitting: drop-in $25+, overnight $85–$100, boarding $85/night (includes 2 dogs, $15 extra per additional dog). Daily walks: $20–$40 per dog. Fees for Canine Foundations vary after evaluation.

Policies

Client must sign liability waivers before services begin. Equinox Pets is not liable for pet escape, injury, or death due to faulty home features (fencing, windows, doors). Pets are never left outside. EP reports suspected abuse or neglect. No checks accepted — only cash and credit. Meet and greets are mandatory for all pet sitting and walking services. Boarding requires prior evaluation of dog’s socialization.

Equinox Pets is a dog training and pet care business based in Lakewood and the Denver Metro Area, founded by Jena, a passionate dog trainer with over 25 years of experience rooted in behavioral science and hands-on animal care. Jena offers personalized dog training for dogs of all ages, from puppies to seniors, with programs including Puppy Basics, Canine Foundations, Advanced Basics, and Behavior Modification focused on issues like fearfulness, reactivity, and body handling. Training is delivered through private in-home sessions and at her facility, with an emphasis on positive reinforcement techniques. In addition to training, Equinox Pets provides pet sitting in clients’ homes and boarding at Jena’s home, where dogs are treated as family members in a safe, fenced environment. Jena is licensed, bonded, and insured, and requires a mandatory meet-and-greet before any service begins. Her personal experience with a medical alert service dog and her background growing up with a mother who trained dogs for the SPCA inform her compassionate, science-based approach.

Equinox Pets stands out by offering specialized behavior training for dogs with trauma or anxiety, including in-vivo sessions at the vet or groomer’s office — a rare and valuable service. Clients praise Jena’s patience, adaptability, and deep understanding of dog body language, noting remarkable progress in even the most challenging cases. The business also offers daily walks, drop-in pet care, and overnight stays, making it a comprehensive solution for dog owners seeking both training and reliable care.

Jena provides written training plans, accepts cash and credit, and prioritizes building trust and long-term relationships with clients and their pets, positioning Equinox Pets as more than a service — it’s a family-oriented commitment to canine well-being.

Accomplishments

Jena has over 25 years of experience in dog training, raised by a mother who volunteered for the SPCA to prevent dog surrenders. She has firsthand experience training and living with a medical alert service dog named Ludo, and has worked in animal grooming and wolf sanctuary observation. Her approach blends behavioral science with decades of practical, hands-on work with dogs of all temperaments and needs.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule a mandatory face-to-face meet and greet to evaluate the dog’s temperament and compatibility with services. Training begins after evaluation, with written training plans provided. Pet sitting and boarding require signed policies and procedures forms downloaded from the website prior to service.