The Pet Station

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Our knowledgeable and highly trained staff understands what your pet needs to look, feel, and act their best. And because we know just how special and important your pet is to your family, we treat them like ours by providing the highest level of care. 

Get to know our team members below through their bios, or stop in sometime and say hello!

Senior Leadership

Scott Burnley
Dog Trainer & Owner/Operator
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Our team is led by Scott, a Certified Dog Trainer and Behavior Specialist. Born and raised in west Kentucky, Scott grew up with dogs and was always fascinated trying to understand canine behavior. Scott graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Communications, and a few years later he pursued his passion in training and behavior modification at the Starmark Dog Training Academy in Austin, TX. After Scott graduated top of his class from Starmark, he remained to apprentice and further hone his training skills.  In addition to dog training, Scott is also the co-founder of The Pet Station Country Club and the general manager of both locations. Scott is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and is a pet parent himself with two dogs, Tag and Goose. Tag is an Australian Cattle Dog, demo dog and trick-dog extraordinaire! Goose is a Fox Red British Labrador and retriever champion.

Scott Burnley
Dog Trainer & Owner/Operator

Our team is led by Scott, a Certified Dog Trainer and Behavior Specialist. Born and raised in west Kentucky, Scott grew up with dogs and was always fascinated trying to understand canine behavior. Scott graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Communications, and a few years later he pursued his passion in training and behavior modification at the Starmark Dog Training Academy in Austin, TX. After Scott graduated top of his class from Starmark, he remained to apprentice and further hone his training skills.  In addition to dog training, Scott is also the co-founder of The Pet Station Country Club and the general manager of both locations. Scott is a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and is a pet parent himself with two dogs, Tag and Goose. Tag is an Australian Cattle Dog, demo dog and trick-dog extraordinaire! Goose is a Fox Red British Labrador and retriever champion.

Rebecca Blackburn
Owner/Leadership Development
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Rebecca is the co-founder of The Pet Station brand and a co-owner of The Pet Station Country Club.  She studied Human Resources at Bellarmine University in Louisville, KY and she is a certified Life Coach from The Life Coach School in Dallas, TX.  Being Co-Owner and the Director of Leadership Development at The Pet Station Country Club has allowed Rebecca to combine her love for dogs and passion for people.  She is married to Paul Blackburn (also co-owner), has two lively children, and a crazy Doberman puppy named Coco.

Rebecca Blackburn
Owner/Leadership Development

Rebecca is the co-founder of The Pet Station brand and a co-owner of The Pet Station Country Club.  She studied Human Resources at Bellarmine University in Louisville, KY and she is a certified Life Coach from The Life Coach School in Dallas, TX.  Being Co-Owner and the Director of Leadership Development at The Pet Station Country Club has allowed Rebecca to combine her love for dogs and passion for people.  She is married to Paul Blackburn (also co-owner), has two lively children, and a crazy Doberman puppy named Coco.

Sarah Burnley
Human Resources Director
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Sarah attended Western Kentucky University and graduated with a degree in Corporate and Organizational Communication. Sarah started working at The Pet Station Country Club as the Director of Client Services before the doors opened.  Previously, she spent 5 years working with a large privately held staffing company in a Human Resources capacity, which gave her the knowledge and experience to take on the role of HR Director. She has two dogs of her own; Tag, an Australian Cattle Dog and Goose, a Labrador Retriever.

Sarah Burnley
Human Resources Director

Sarah attended Western Kentucky University and graduated with a degree in Corporate and Organizational Communication. Sarah started working at The Pet Station Country Club as the Director of Client Services before the doors opened.  Previously, she spent 5 years working with a large privately held staffing company in a Human Resources capacity, which gave her the knowledge and experience to take on the role of HR Director. She has two dogs of her own; Tag, an Australian Cattle Dog and Goose, a Labrador Retriever.

Alana Dunker
Director Client Services
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Alana is the Director of Client Services and has been with the company since September of 2017. Born and raised in Northern Indiana, Alana moved to Louisville five years ago and has worked in the animal service field ever since. With over 10 years’ experience in a customer service role, Alana works daily with clients and their pets to provide a welcome atmosphere and the reassurance that every pet will receive the highest level of care. In her free time, Alana loves to spend most of her time going on adventures and cuddling with her three rescue dogs; Casanova, Paisley Ann, and Bearsley. Her daily passion lies in assuring each individual that their loved ones will be cared for and treated as if they were her own!

Alana Dunker
Director Client Services

Alana is the Director of Client Services and has been with the company since September of 2017. Born and raised in Northern Indiana, Alana moved to Louisville five years ago and has worked in the animal service field ever since. With over 10 years’ experience in a customer service role, Alana works daily with clients and their pets to provide a welcome atmosphere and the reassurance that every pet will receive the highest level of care. In her free time, Alana loves to spend most of her time going on adventures and cuddling with her three rescue dogs; Casanova, Paisley Ann, and Bearsley. Her daily passion lies in assuring each individual that their loved ones will be cared for and treated as if they were her own!

Taylor Miller
Human Resources Assistant
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Taylor grew up in Southern Indiana surrounded by animals of all kinds on her family’s farm, and has since lived in Louisville for 9 years. She attended the University of Louisville, and received her Bachelor’s in Sociology & Peace Studies. Taylor started her career in the salon and service industry, striving to provide excellent service to clients in each industry. She came to TPSCC 2 years ago and started as a Client Services Coordinator, and shortly thereafter was promoted to the Director of Client Services. Taylor always had aspirations to work in Human Resources and the opportunity presented itself in 2022 for TPSCC to create a role as Human Resources Assistant. She is excited to be in this role to help enhance the team’s culture, and ensure it is a welcoming place for all to work so that they can go on to give our pets the best care in the industry! In her free time, Taylor enjoys spending time outside with her own dog Tina, or cuddling with her cats Kitty Minky, Michonne, and Slimeball.

Taylor Miller
Human Resources Assistant

Taylor grew up in Southern Indiana surrounded by animals of all kinds on her family’s farm, and has since lived in Louisville for 9 years. She attended the University of Louisville, and received her Bachelor’s in Sociology & Peace Studies. Taylor started her career in the salon and service industry, striving to provide excellent service to clients in each industry. She came to TPSCC 2 years ago and started as a Client Services Coordinator, and shortly thereafter was promoted to the Director of Client Services. Taylor always had aspirations to work in Human Resources and the opportunity presented itself in 2022 for TPSCC to create a role as Human Resources Assistant. She is excited to be in this role to help enhance the team’s culture, and ensure it is a welcoming place for all to work so that they can go on to give our pets the best care in the industry! In her free time, Taylor enjoys spending time outside with her own dog Tina, or cuddling with her cats Kitty Minky, Michonne, and Slimeball.

Murphy Lane Team

Amy Carr
Assistant Client Services Lead
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Originally from Ohio, Amy moved to Louisville when she was young and considers herself a Kentucky native. In college, she focused her studies on Biology and Psychology. After 15 years of senior management for a successful local chain, she took her management skills to work for a Saddlebred estate. She absolutely loved working in an environment that was centered around animals and their care. This proved to be such an amazing experience that it lead her to seek a career with TPSCC. She has a tremendous love for both people and animals and truly wants to make your family’s experience the best it can be. In her free time, she enjoys watching sports & spending time with her family & pets on her mini-farm in Shelbyville. She has three spoiled rescue dogs, four rescue cats, and of course, chickens.

Amy Carr
Assistant Client Services Lead

Originally from Ohio, Amy moved to Louisville when she was young and considers herself a Kentucky native. In college, she focused her studies on Biology and Psychology. After 15 years of senior management for a successful local chain, she took her management skills to work for a Saddlebred estate. She absolutely loved working in an environment that was centered around animals and their care. This proved to be such an amazing experience that it lead her to seek a career with TPSCC. She has a tremendous love for both people and animals and truly wants to make your family’s experience the best it can be. In her free time, she enjoys watching sports & spending time with her family & pets on her mini-farm in Shelbyville. She has three spoiled rescue dogs, four rescue cats, and of course, chickens.

Jenna Young
Boarding Lead
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Our boarding team is led by Jenna. Born and raised in Louisville Kentucky, Jenna has always had a passion for animals, and has owned many herself— maybe too many. She started helping manage her family’s farm at a young age which taught her a strong work ethic early on. That began her love for the great outdoors, and everything involving nature. She uses her desire of helping others by caring for all the pets, and insuring their owners that their furbabies are getting the best care possible at The Pet Station. If she’s not caring for the dogs/cats boarding with us she can be found in the woods of Henry County preparing for hunting season, or on the lake fishing and kayaking.

Jenna Young
Boarding Lead

Our boarding team is led by Jenna. Born and raised in Louisville Kentucky, Jenna has always had a passion for animals, and has owned many herself— maybe too many. She started helping manage her family’s farm at a young age which taught her a strong work ethic early on. That began her love for the great outdoors, and everything involving nature. She uses her desire of helping others by caring for all the pets, and insuring their owners that their furbabies are getting the best care possible at The Pet Station. If she’s not caring for the dogs/cats boarding with us she can be found in the woods of Henry County preparing for hunting season, or on the lake fishing and kayaking.

Catherine Geary
Assistant Boarding Lead
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Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Catherine has always had a passion for animals. From a young age, she planned to start a rescue facility for any dog in need that she came across. While she develops her business acumen in order to start that dream, she works at The Pet Station Country Club full time and has been doing so since 201 9. In her free time, she takes care of her two Chihuahuas, two Great Danes, Labrador Retriever, Boxer-mix, mini–Australian Shephard, three inside domestic cats, and several outside domestic cats. While she hasn’t always worked at The Pet Station, she has always embodied its mission and love for animals, which is why she has been such a perfect fit in a leadership role of the boarding department.

Catherine Geary
Assistant Boarding Lead

Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Catherine has always had a passion for animals. From a young age, she planned to start a rescue facility for any dog in need that she came across. While she develops her business acumen in order to start that dream, she works at The Pet Station Country Club full time and has been doing so since 201 9. In her free time, she takes care of her two Chihuahuas, two Great Danes, Labrador Retriever, Boxer-mix, mini–Australian Shephard, three inside domestic cats, and several outside domestic cats. While she hasn’t always worked at The Pet Station, she has always embodied its mission and love for animals, which is why she has been such a perfect fit in a leadership role of the boarding department.

Marissa Staude
Daycation Lead
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Marissa was born in Colorado, raised in Oldham County. She has worked in Daycation since 2019. Marissa spent her formative years much like she spends them now – with lots of dogs.  Her pack included a jack russel terrier, a  catahoula leopard australian shepard mix, 3 dachshunds, a toy fox terrier, and 2 shelties. She has always felt a deep connection with animals and always wanted to work with them. Marissa currently owns 3 cats and one horse. In her spare time she love spending time with her family, pets, and writing prose.

Marissa Staude
Daycation Lead

Marissa was born in Colorado, raised in Oldham County. She has worked in Daycation since 2019. Marissa spent her formative years much like she spends them now – with lots of dogs.  Her pack included a jack russel terrier, a  catahoula leopard australian shepard mix, 3 dachshunds, a toy fox terrier, and 2 shelties. She has always felt a deep connection with animals and always wanted to work with them. Marissa currently owns 3 cats and one horse. In her spare time she love spending time with her family, pets, and writing prose.

Staci Riggs
Grooming Instructor
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Staci got hooked into the dog world at an early age. When she was 12, she started bathing dogs as a summer job. In high school, she got her first true love- Haylee, a yellow lab, and started grooming after school and on weekends. Staci has honed her skills and shared her knowledge over the years as she has worked alongside many experienced and talented groomers. Her favorite part about grooming? All of it! She is a lefty who loves to scissor and also enjoys breed trims. Most importantly, she enjoys building relationships with her clients and their people. She always cares for the dogs as if they were her own. Staci has been with The Pet Station since 2016. When she’s not busy grooming at The Country Club, she’s enjoying her time with her family. Staci has two yellow Labradors (Cooper and Sunny) a son and a daughter, and her husband, Chad.

Staci Riggs
Grooming Instructor

Staci got hooked into the dog world at an early age. When she was 12, she started bathing dogs as a summer job. In high school, she got her first true love- Haylee, a yellow lab, and started grooming after school and on weekends. Staci has honed her skills and shared her knowledge over the years as she has worked alongside many experienced and talented groomers. Her favorite part about grooming? All of it! She is a lefty who loves to scissor and also enjoys breed trims. Most importantly, she enjoys building relationships with her clients and their people. She always cares for the dogs as if they were her own. Staci has been with The Pet Station since 2016. When she’s not busy grooming at The Country Club, she’s enjoying her time with her family. Staci has two yellow Labradors (Cooper and Sunny) a son and a daughter, and her husband, Chad.

Corrine Ogden
Operations Specialist
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Born and raised in Oldham County, Corrine’s love of animals started with goldfish and stray cats, but quickly turned into a love for all living creatures. From burmese pythons and iguanas, to hedgehogs and guinea pigs, she has rescued them all. Corrine started in the boarding department of The Pet Station in 2019 with a passion to make each and every pet feel special and loved, giving them the best experience possible! Since then, she has learned the ins and outs of the business and strives to make all operations run smoothly. If you don’t see her loving on dogs while working in the boarding department, she’s behind the scenes making sure all the equipment and both facilities are well maintained. Her pack at home consists of her beautiful daughter, Rylee, and two rescued “sons,” Jackson and Steve Irwin.

Corrine Ogden
Operations Specialist

Born and raised in Oldham County, Corrine’s love of animals started with goldfish and stray cats, but quickly turned into a love for all living creatures. From burmese pythons and iguanas, to hedgehogs and guinea pigs, she has rescued them all. Corrine started in the boarding department of The Pet Station in 2019 with a passion to make each and every pet feel special and loved, giving them the best experience possible! Since then, she has learned the ins and outs of the business and strives to make all operations run smoothly. If you don’t see her loving on dogs while working in the boarding department, she’s behind the scenes making sure all the equipment and both facilities are well maintained. Her pack at home consists of her beautiful daughter, Rylee, and two rescued “sons,” Jackson and Steve Irwin.

Ashley Bowers
Dog Trainer
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Ashley got her start in the dog training world by working with service dogs.  After a couple of years in that realm, she made the transition into the pet dog world. She is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer with the Council of Pet Dog Trainers and also a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. She has 2 rescue dogs, Albus and Rome, who always keep her on her toes!

Ashley Bowers
Dog Trainer

Ashley got her start in the dog training world by working with service dogs.  After a couple of years in that realm, she made the transition into the pet dog world. She is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer with the Council of Pet Dog Trainers and also a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. She has 2 rescue dogs, Albus and Rome, who always keep her on her toes!

Jessica Painter
Dog Trainer
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Jessica has lived in Louisville, Kentucky her whole life. Growing up, her family owned many different types of animals including dogs, reptiles, amphibians, and crustaceans! Her passion for dogs truly started to grow when she started working at The Pet Station Country Club in October of 2020. Jessica soon developed an adoration for helping to make all of the unsure or shy pups feel more comfortable and welcome! Jessica later attended Starmark Academy in Austin, Texas where she studied to become a certified dog trainer and behavior specialist. When Jessica’s not at work, you can find her painting, reading, or hiking with her 2 Great Danes!

Jessica Painter
Dog Trainer

Jessica has lived in Louisville, Kentucky her whole life. Growing up, her family owned many different types of animals including dogs, reptiles, amphibians, and crustaceans! Her passion for dogs truly started to grow when she started working at The Pet Station Country Club in October of 2020. Jessica soon developed an adoration for helping to make all of the unsure or shy pups feel more comfortable and welcome! Jessica later attended Starmark Academy in Austin, Texas where she studied to become a certified dog trainer and behavior specialist. When Jessica’s not at work, you can find her painting, reading, or hiking with her 2 Great Danes!

Sarah Breeden
Groomer
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Sarah was born and raised in Oldham Co., KY.  She has always had a passion for all things animals, so coming to work for The Pet Station family in 2014 was a natural progression in her career.  She started as a bather and quickly became inspired to take her career further. Sarah studied at the nationally acclaimed Nash Academy in Lexington, KY.  She has been grooming at The Pet Station since 2016 and has assisted in growing our team of groomers and clients at The Country Club. She loves to form a bond with each of her clients and their owners.  Working with dogs never gets old for her. She is inspired by new challenges and continues to learn outside of work on a regular basis. Sarah fills her days at work with her furry clients and continues the trend when she gets home with her brood of pups and kittens.  

Sarah Breeden
Groomer

Sarah was born and raised in Oldham Co., KY.  She has always had a passion for all things animals, so coming to work for The Pet Station family in 2014 was a natural progression in her career.  She started as a bather and quickly became inspired to take her career further. Sarah studied at the nationally acclaimed Nash Academy in Lexington, KY.  She has been grooming at The Pet Station since 2016 and has assisted in growing our team of groomers and clients at The Country Club. She loves to form a bond with each of her clients and their owners.  Working with dogs never gets old for her. She is inspired by new challenges and continues to learn outside of work on a regular basis. Sarah fills her days at work with her furry clients and continues the trend when she gets home with her brood of pups and kittens.  

Samantha Doebler
Groomer
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Samantha Doebler
Groomer

Bio coming soon!

Bailee Dodson
Groomer
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Bailee was born and raised in Louisville, and her life has been filled with animals from a young age so when she found TPSCC, she knew it was the place for her. Joining the team in 2021 as a Bather, Bailee soon grew to love the grooming industry and the rewarding experience of being able to make a generally less-than-enjoyable activity more positive for the pups in her care. Bailee did her grooming training with our stellar, in-house Nash-certified training program where she received hands-on instruction with our trainer, and found that she truly is doing work that she is very passionate and excited about doing every day!

When not at work, Bailee can be found cuddling up with a good book and her cat Motley, taking a hike with her husband and their dogs Daphne and Sasuke, or going on a motorcycle ride with her dad!

Bailee Dodson
Groomer

Bailee was born and raised in Louisville, and her life has been filled with animals from a young age so when she found TPSCC, she knew it was the place for her. Joining the team in 2021 as a Bather, Bailee soon grew to love the grooming industry and the rewarding experience of being able to make a generally less-than-enjoyable activity more positive for the pups in her care. Bailee did her grooming training with our stellar, in-house Nash-certified training program where she received hands-on instruction with our trainer, and found that she truly is doing work that she is very passionate and excited about doing every day!

When not at work, Bailee can be found cuddling up with a good book and her cat Motley, taking a hike with her husband and their dogs Daphne and Sasuke, or going on a motorcycle ride with her dad!

Vine Crest Ave Team

Sydnie Conklin
Assistant Client Services Lead
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Sydnie joined The Pet Station in 2021 where she strives to provide each client with the best Country Club experience – every time! She has a degree in Arts with a focus on business, and she has been in customer service since she was 15. She loves getting to know our clients and watching their pups grow.  When Sydnie isn’t at work, you can find her going on hikes with her hound mix Milo, snuggling with her cat Gracie as she masters the art of online shopping, or shaking it off with Taylor Swift radio.  She also enjoys visiting her parents in Montana at their family cattle ranch. Sydnie has a real passion for people and pets and it shows in her work as our Assistant Client Services Lead.

Sydnie Conklin
Assistant Client Services Lead

Sydnie joined The Pet Station in 2021 where she strives to provide each client with the best Country Club experience – every time! She has a degree in Arts with a focus on business, and she has been in customer service since she was 15. She loves getting to know our clients and watching their pups grow.  When Sydnie isn’t at work, you can find her going on hikes with her hound mix Milo, snuggling with her cat Gracie as she masters the art of online shopping, or shaking it off with Taylor Swift radio.  She also enjoys visiting her parents in Montana at their family cattle ranch. Sydnie has a real passion for people and pets and it shows in her work as our Assistant Client Services Lead.

Bella Dunn
Boarding Lead
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Bella was born and raised in Louisville, KY. While attending Eastern Kentucky University, she started working part-time for The Pet Station and fell in love with working with animals. She quickly became a key employee in the boarding department. After graduating with a degree in Animal Studies, she was chosen to lead the boarding team at TPSCC’s newest location. She’s partnered with GRRAND’s key volunteers to design protocols and processes to fully attend to the needs of the rescues that come in to GRRAND Central Station, while balancing the care of TPSCC clients. Bella’s favorite part of her job is getting to know each pet one-on-one to make sure they’re comfortable and happy while their parents are away. She also loves being part of each rescue dog’s journey in finding a new home. In her free time, Bella loves spending time with her own rescue dog Kirby.

Bella Dunn
Boarding Lead

Bella was born and raised in Louisville, KY. While attending Eastern Kentucky University, she started working part-time for The Pet Station and fell in love with working with animals. She quickly became a key employee in the boarding department. After graduating with a degree in Animal Studies, she was chosen to lead the boarding team at TPSCC’s newest location. She’s partnered with GRRAND’s key volunteers to design protocols and processes to fully attend to the needs of the rescues that come in to GRRAND Central Station, while balancing the care of TPSCC clients. Bella’s favorite part of her job is getting to know each pet one-on-one to make sure they’re comfortable and happy while their parents are away. She also loves being part of each rescue dog’s journey in finding a new home. In her free time, Bella loves spending time with her own rescue dog Kirby.

Maria Koukoulas
Assistant Boarding Lead
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Maria was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised just outside of Dayton, Ohio. She has always loved animals and grew up riding and showing horses. That love of horses led her to the University of Louisville where she was a member of the Equestrian team and graduated in 2018. She joined the Pet Station team in 2021 and strives to give every dog the boarding experience she’d like her own dog to have. She loves coming to work every day and ensuring that every animal is comfortable, happy, and enjoying their stay. Outside of work, Maria is an avid birdwatcher, having seen over 200 different bird species in Louisville alone, and frequently leads birdwatching tours around the city. On her off days, you can catch her hiking and birdwatching with her beloved rescue dog, Kallie.

Maria Koukoulas
Assistant Boarding Lead

Maria was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised just outside of Dayton, Ohio. She has always loved animals and grew up riding and showing horses. That love of horses led her to the University of Louisville where she was a member of the Equestrian team and graduated in 2018. She joined the Pet Station team in 2021 and strives to give every dog the boarding experience she’d like her own dog to have. She loves coming to work every day and ensuring that every animal is comfortable, happy, and enjoying their stay. Outside of work, Maria is an avid birdwatcher, having seen over 200 different bird species in Louisville alone, and frequently leads birdwatching tours around the city. On her off days, you can catch her hiking and birdwatching with her beloved rescue dog, Kallie.

McKenna Billharz
Daycation Lead
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McKenna is our Daycation Team Lead, born and raised in Louisville, KY. She came to us with over 10 years of management/leadership experience. She was previously the General Manager of a high grossing retail store for 6 years and received outstanding performance ratings for her store. She has always had an extreme love and compassion for animals which led her to The Pet Station Country Club in 2021! She is highly passionate about adopting senior dogs from shelters so they can live out their golden years with endless cuddles and love from her and her family. It is a bittersweet lifestyle but incredibly rewarding. She currently has two fur babies, George & Ellis! She strives to provide the same love and care for her Daycation dogs as she does her own. When McKenna is not at work or cuddled up with her pups, you can find her soaking up the good outdoors.
McKenna Billharz
Daycation Lead
McKenna is our Daycation Team Lead, born and raised in Louisville, KY. She came to us with over 10 years of management/leadership experience. She was previously the General Manager of a high grossing retail store for 6 years and received outstanding performance ratings for her store. She has always had an extreme love and compassion for animals which led her to The Pet Station Country Club in 2021! She is highly passionate about adopting senior dogs from shelters so they can live out their golden years with endless cuddles and love from her and her family. It is a bittersweet lifestyle but incredibly rewarding. She currently has two fur babies, George & Ellis! She strives to provide the same love and care for her Daycation dogs as she does her own. When McKenna is not at work or cuddled up with her pups, you can find her soaking up the good outdoors.
Raven Murphy
Assistant Daycation Lead
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Raven Murphy
Assistant Daycation Lead

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Beck Saults
Dog Trainer
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Beck’s love for animals goes back to her early childhood, where she owned both dogs and exotic animals. She found herself in Florida for the start of her college career, and worked as a volunteer intern and animal caretaker at the local Humane Society. She then moved back to her hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee to pursue a Bachelors in Animal Science, all while working as a veterinary technician & boarding manager. During this time she gained both knowledge and hands-on experience. She graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville in May, moved to Louisville shortly after, and started her career at The Pet Station Country Club. She now is a dog mom to two Australian Shepherds, and in her spare time enjoys traveling, hiking, and advocating for species conservation.
Beck Saults
Dog Trainer
Beck’s love for animals goes back to her early childhood, where she owned both dogs and exotic animals. She found herself in Florida for the start of her college career, and worked as a volunteer intern and animal caretaker at the local Humane Society. She then moved back to her hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee to pursue a Bachelors in Animal Science, all while working as a veterinary technician & boarding manager. During this time she gained both knowledge and hands-on experience. She graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville in May, moved to Louisville shortly after, and started her career at The Pet Station Country Club. She now is a dog mom to two Australian Shepherds, and in her spare time enjoys traveling, hiking, and advocating for species conservation.
Carole Arnett
Head Trainer
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Our trainer, Carole, is an Associate Member of the International Associate of Canine Professionals (IACP) and a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator. Born and raised right outside of Louisville, in the small town of Pewee Valley, Carole loved spending time teaching their family dogs tricks, but it was at her first job at age 15 working at a dog kennel that her fascination with learning about all the different breeds was born. Before pursuing dog training, she went the traditional college route, graduating from Sullivan University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Hospitality & Tourism Management, ultimately landing in the beauty salon industry. It wasn’t until she adopted her behaviorally challenged dog, Otis the Aussiedoodle, that her passion for understanding canine behavior and learning how to change it was ignited. Carole acquired her knowledge of dog behavior and training by apprenticing under Certified Dog Trainers and Behavior Specialists Scott Burnley and Emily Urchuck, self-study, and leading the Daycation program for almost 2 years. In that time, she adopted her Australian Shepherd mix Hank, who sparked her love for trick training. Sadly, Carole’s time with Otis was cut short, as he was suffering from a brain tumor. Not long after Otis crossed over the Rainbow Bridge, Carole took in a foster dog, Weezie, who also has her fair share of behavioral challenges. Hank and Weezie bonded quickly, and it didn’t take long for Weezie to officially become Carole’s first foster-fail.

Carole Arnett
Head Trainer

Our trainer, Carole, is an Associate Member of the International Associate of Canine Professionals (IACP) and a certified AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator. Born and raised right outside of Louisville, in the small town of Pewee Valley, Carole loved spending time teaching their family dogs tricks, but it was at her first job at age 15 working at a dog kennel that her fascination with learning about all the different breeds was born. Before pursuing dog training, she went the traditional college route, graduating from Sullivan University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Hospitality & Tourism Management, ultimately landing in the beauty salon industry. It wasn’t until she adopted her behaviorally challenged dog, Otis the Aussiedoodle, that her passion for understanding canine behavior and learning how to change it was ignited. Carole acquired her knowledge of dog behavior and training by apprenticing under Certified Dog Trainers and Behavior Specialists Scott Burnley and Emily Urchuck, self-study, and leading the Daycation program for almost 2 years. In that time, she adopted her Australian Shepherd mix Hank, who sparked her love for trick training. Sadly, Carole’s time with Otis was cut short, as he was suffering from a brain tumor. Not long after Otis crossed over the Rainbow Bridge, Carole took in a foster dog, Weezie, who also has her fair share of behavioral challenges. Hank and Weezie bonded quickly, and it didn’t take long for Weezie to officially become Carole’s first foster-fail.

Gabby Elder
Groomer
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Gabby discovered her passion for grooming immediately after she started in the pet industry.  It’s a dream come true for her and a career that she is genuinely proud of.  She crosses the Ohio River to be a part of our team as she drives from Pekin, Indiana.  She has 3 dogs of her own – all various mixes and rescues – that she can be found cozying up with while watching a good TV show or movie when she’s not doing her dream job. 

 

Gabby Elder
Groomer

Gabby discovered her passion for grooming immediately after she started in the pet industry.  It’s a dream come true for her and a career that she is genuinely proud of.  She crosses the Ohio River to be a part of our team as she drives from Pekin, Indiana.  She has 3 dogs of her own – all various mixes and rescues – that she can be found cozying up with while watching a good TV show or movie when she’s not doing her dream job. 

 

Kaytlin Whitman
Groomer
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Kaytlin became mesmerized by dog grooming when she first witnessed the skill in action.  She grew up with labs, which she groomed herself, but didn’t really know that the art of dog grooming even existed until her first job at a boarding facility. She started grooming in 2015 and has been hooked ever since.  Kaytlin, a Louisville native, has always had a love for animals – big and small.  She showed horses and joined her local 4-H program when she was in high school, and her first job was mucking stalls and feeding horses before and after school.  She now has a cockapoo named Arya and two cats, Biscuits and Dijon.  When she’s not at work making her clients look and feel amazing, she can be found hiking with her dog or reading.

Kaytlin Whitman
Groomer

Kaytlin became mesmerized by dog grooming when she first witnessed the skill in action.  She grew up with labs, which she groomed herself, but didn’t really know that the art of dog grooming even existed until her first job at a boarding facility. She started grooming in 2015 and has been hooked ever since.  Kaytlin, a Louisville native, has always had a love for animals – big and small.  She showed horses and joined her local 4-H program when she was in high school, and her first job was mucking stalls and feeding horses before and after school.  She now has a cockapoo named Arya and two cats, Biscuits and Dijon.  When she’s not at work making her clients look and feel amazing, she can be found hiking with her dog or reading.

Jesse Pesce
Groomer
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Jesse is originally from Connecticut, but has lived in Louisville for the past 9 years.  He worked in the healthcare industry before he started his career at TPSCC and used to volunteer with animals to fill his passion for the four-legged species.  Jesse has always had a love for animals and artistry, so when the opportunity to become a groomer was presented, it was a no-brainer for him.  He studied grooming at The Nash Academy in Lexington, KY.  Jesse has 3 cats of his own and spends his off time hanging out with them, binge-watching tv shows, and going to food and animal events.  He enjoys fueling his artistic side by drawing, painting, and, of course, grooming. 

 

Jesse Pesce
Groomer

Jesse is originally from Connecticut, but has lived in Louisville for the past 9 years.  He worked in the healthcare industry before he started his career at TPSCC and used to volunteer with animals to fill his passion for the four-legged species.  Jesse has always had a love for animals and artistry, so when the opportunity to become a groomer was presented, it was a no-brainer for him.  He studied grooming at The Nash Academy in Lexington, KY.  Jesse has 3 cats of his own and spends his off time hanging out with them, binge-watching tv shows, and going to food and animal events.  He enjoys fueling his artistic side by drawing, painting, and, of course, grooming.