Pet Evolution Opens First Franchise Location in St. Cloud, Minnesota

The St. Cloud store is the third Pet Evolution location, joining the Woodbury and Arden Hills, Minnesota locations. Pet Evolution St. Cloud will be owned by Scot Ziessman. Prior to Pet Evolution, Ziessman spent the past 18 years in the franchise industry, with ownership in brands such as Massage Envy and Fantastic Sam’s.

To aid in operations, Ziessman’s team includes Tammy Virnig as VP of Franchise Operations and Dawn Agort-Kurth as VP of Franchisee Development. Combined they have over 60 years of franchise experience. Besides Ziessman‘s experience as a franchisee, Agort-Kurth successfully opened over 90 Fantastic Sam’s in Minnesota as part of the Regional developer team and Virnig has been a multi-unit General Manager and Operations Director with Great Clips, Fantastic Sam’s and Massage Envy.

With the group’s combined experience of owning and operating franchises, they will bring a set of knowledge and expertise to the Pet Evolution family.

“I fell in love with the Pet Evolution brand due to the franchisor’s leadership team and seeing how passionate the staff is about the brand,” said Ziessman. “The simple business model offers high-quality pet food, full-service grooming, and a membership model for the self-serve dog wash. Having almost 20 years of experience in membership sales, it was a great fit for us, plus we share a passion for dogs.”

Ziessman will be opening a second Pet Evolution later this summer in Blaine, Minnesota. He also owns the licenses to open two more locations within the Twin Cities.

“Our team is so excited to bring Pet Evolution to the St. Cloud community,” said Agort-Kurth. “We cannot wait to help the pet owners of St. Cloud and the surrounding communities with their pets’ health, food, grooming and bathing needs. Our knowledgeable staff will help you find a food that can improve the quality of life for your dog or cat, and our groomers will love on your dogs while helping them look and feel their very best.”

“The first franchise location grand opening is a dream come true for all of us at Pet Evolution.” said Peter Carlson, President of Pet Evolution Franchising, LLC. “The hard work Scot’s team has put into getting the St. Cloud and Blaine locations ready for business is exactly what we were looking for in our first official franchisees. It won’t be long before the people of St. Cloud experience the difference the Pet Evolution brand and team can make in the lives of your pets.”