Preserve the memory of your devoted equine companion with our premier horse cremation services.
We Believe in the Horse-Human Bond
The bond between humans and horses is a relationship that has evolved over thousands of years. This bond is characterized by mutual respect, trust, and deep emotional connection. Horses have been companions to humans in various capacities—whether in work, war, sport, or leisure. Beyond these roles, they have touched the hearts of many in profound ways.
At the heart of the horse-human bond is a partnership grounded in mutual respect. Whether in the arena, on a trail, or in the stable, the bond between a horse and a human is a testament to the patience, care, and commitment invested in the relationship. Horses are powerful and intelligent creatures. When treated with respect and kindness, they often reciprocate with loyalty and a willingness to work with their human partners.
The bond with a horse is something to be cherished. It is a relationship that transcends the ordinary, a unique form of companionship that is both rewarding and deeply fulfilling. The connection between humans and horses is a powerful reminder of the beauty and depth of bonds.
Our mission is to be there for families to offer the best equine funeral services and support we can. We constantly adapt our services and products to our client’s wishes and expectations. Whether your pony, donkey or horse has passed away or is nearing the end of its life, we invite you to contact us.
EPONA’s trained funeral professionals understand the genuine sadness that can be caused by the death of a loved one, especially an animal companion.
That’s why we offer families private whole body cremations and customized memorial services to help you say goodbye to your beloved companion in a respectful and dignified manner. Because of this immense bond between you and your horse, the pain when losing them is indescribable. Our team of compassionate, experienced experts are here to support and guide you along this difficult path. We are committed to honoring your bond by treating your companion with dignity and care.
We have designed our unique, premier equine cremation services with one thing in mind: respect.
EPONA offers funeral services for horses, ponies, and donkeys. The company’s focus was to provide a dignified and respectful solution for afterlife care following the passing of equines, just as we do in the human and pet funeral industry.
Integrity. Trust. Respect.
Mission Statement
We operate with the utmost integrity, honesty, and reliability in all services we provide. In our opinion, industry standards are not good enough; that’s why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to constantly innovate and improve the level of service we offer.
Respect in the care and handling of our companions who bring so much joy and fulfillment to our lives. We understand the enormous level of trust involved in our services, and we are honoured to have the responsibility of carrying out our clients’ wishes in a dignified manner.
Our Core Values
- Full transparency throughout the process - all equine cremation services are performed on site in purpose built, state of the art facilities
- Premier, private whole horse cremations performed with dignity and expertise
- Gentle, respectful transportation using a specialized enclosed horse trailer
- An experienced, dedicated team of equine professional who will honor your bond and your equine companion
Meet the EPONA team
Jason Christenbury
Jason enjoys being a part of the Epona family because he is given the opportunity to provide exceptional care and not only meet expectations but exceed them for our families. He has a B.A. in Mass Communications from UNC of Charlotte and enjoys bowling, movies, and food in a variety of venues from dinner parties to restaurants. Jason has 3 dogs named Ozzy, Tango, & Cash.
Megan Starkey
Mallory Meek
Mallory went to the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville where she studied child development. She has previously been a manager in retail/customeer service settings. Mallory grew up on a farm in arkansas, so she has been surrounded by animals her entire life – from ferrets to cows! On the farm, she learned to love and care for many kinds of animals. Having experienced the loss of animals throughout her life, she strives to make other’ hard times a bit easier. Her dream is to someday bring animals into a hospital setting to visit children and help make their stay go faster.
Jeremy Smith
Jeremy loves music, all kinds of art, going on nature hikes, and just generally being outside. He brings previous experience in restaurant service and warehousing, as well as enthusiasm and skill to work with him at Paws, Whiskers & Wags every day. A high school graduate, Jeremy’s favoriote movie is Star Wars, Revenge of the Sith and his favorite meal is pizza. Jeremy lives with Coco the black lab, Princess the brown lab, Duchess the german shepherd/lab mix, Bama the pit bull, Bama, and Duke the chihuahua.
Sarah Tindle
Sarah has an Associate of Science degree and has always worked in the pet industry in a variety of positions: dog walker/sitter, pet store associate, and dog hotel associate. Because she has a “zoo of her own,” she knows how hard it is to lose a loved one, no matter the size or species. She treats each pet in her care as if it were her own. Her life revolves around animals! Her “zoo” consists of 3 cats, 3 dogs, 2 ferrets, 4 fish tanks, 12 rats, 2 mice, and 2 horses. Whether she’s at home or at work, Sarah wants each animal to feel completely cared for and loved.
