Santa Photos Help First Responders Save Pets

Pet Evolution and a special guest from the North Pole are inviting families and their pets for a special photo opportunity benefiting BART (Basic Animal Rescue Training).

Santa will be at Pet Evolution’s new Arden Hills location (3845 Lexington Avenue N) on Sunday, December 9th, 2018 from 11am to 3pm. A $15 minimum donation will give guests an instant digital download and one print with additional photos available for purchase. 100% of proceeds from this photo opportunity will benefit BART.

BART's mission is "to empower firefighters and other first responders to be prepared and equipped to address pets and livestock encountered in emergencies and disasters.”

“Recently, we've been expanding our course offerings to include a First Aid and CPR course for Police K9 Handlers,” says BART President Sara Williams. “Since the first training, more than 60 K9 Officers throughout Minnesota have participated in the First Aid Training. Funds from the Pet Evolution Event will be used to provide additional trainings to Fire Fighters and Police K9 Officers throughout Minnesota.”

Photos with Santa is part of Pet Evolution Arden Hills’ Grand Opening Celebration. The store opened its doors to customers in mid-November. The celebration runs from December 7th through 9th with in-store events including a chance to win up to 50% off your entire purchase, free dog washes in the self-serve dog wash and free food samples. More information about the Grand Opening Celebration can be found at www.petevolution.com/arden-hil...

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About Pet Evolution:

Pet Evolution is a locally owned pet supply store with two locations: Woodbury and the newly opened Arden Hills store. Pet Evolution offers over 3,000 square feet of healthy concepts for everyday wellness for your dog, cat and small animals, including the highest quality pet foods, toys, and personalized service. Both locations feature dog grooming and state-of-the-art Self-Serve Dog Washes. Pet Evolution helps pets live the good life. More details and information about Pet Evolution can be found online at www.petevolution.com

About BART (Basic Animal Rescue Training)

BART was established in 2004 by Dr. Janet Olson, a veterinary cardiologist. BART is based in Minnesota, but also has Certified Instructors, who are all in the veterinary profession, in Iowa and Oklahoma as well. BART’s vision is to set the standard for the way pets and livestock are addressed in emergencies and disasters. More information can be found at http://bartsl.org