About Us
Fusion Pet Retreat | Founded 2016
Our goal is to make Fusion Pet Retreat your pet’s favorite retreat when away from home! Fusion staff gets to know clients and animals on a personal level in order to provide the highest quality, individualized care possible. We believe in small play groups, frequent rest breaks, and enriching playtime. Each pet receives compassionate care according to our strict guidelines, allowing us to provide a safe and enriching environment for all pets in our facility, including any special needs pets you may have in your home.
Let Fusion Pet Retreat keep your dog happy and comfortable while you are away!
Our Philosophy
A Philosophy of Well-being focused Pet Care
The Fusion Pet Retreat philosophy is present in every service that we offer and is evident in every retreat stay. At Fusion Pet Retreat every single animal in our care receives the utmost attention and comfort. We strive for excellence in detail and providing specialized care for pets of all breeds, ages, sizes, and temperaments. Dogs, cats, and critters are welcome here at Fusion Pet Retreat. Our goal is to make Fusion your pet’s favorite retreat when away from home!
Fusion staff gets to know clients and animals on a personal level in order to provide the highest quality, individualized care possible. Every staff member is passionate about providing the highest quality of care. We train staff members to read dog, cat, and critter body language so that they can focus on animal well-being.
Each fusion pet is treated with compassionate care according to our strict guidelines. We believe in small play groups, frequent rest breaks, and enriching playtime. Each pet receives compassionate care according to our strict guidelines, allowing us to provide a safe and enriching environment for all pets in our facility including any special needs pets you may have in your home.
Our dedication to wellness carries through to our selection of retail products, available for sale when you pick up or drop off your pet — we offer leading brands, including FROMM®, Farmina®, and Treat Me Right® Dog Treats!
All Dogs, Cats, and Critters
Care designed with your pet in mind.
Wellness
Passionate about wellness and focused on the physical and emotional well-being of every pet.
Innovation
Innovation in animal care, with custom training for all of our staff and custom care programs for our guests.
Professional
Qualified Professionals with training from a certified behaviorist.
Transparency
We work with clients to create a specialized care plan for pets’ individual needs. We communicate with our clients through every part of this process.
Exceptional care
Exceptional Care provided by staff who care and are specially trained.
Education
Focused on education, working with the community to strive for progress in our care and to educate clients outside of the facility.
Take a Tour
Want to learn more about Fusion Pet Retreat?
Our staff would love a chance to show you around and answer all of your questions.
If you would like to tour our facility after watching the virtual tour, feel free to come in during any of these time windows:
- Monday thru Friday 7am-Noon and 1-7pm
If a tour does not work within the above times, please email us at Info@FusionPetRetreat.com to schedule a time.
Our Team
Fusion’s passionate team of professionals are trained by a certified behaviorist and take continuing education seriously.
Mike McKinley
Owner
I bought Auntie Ruth’s Furry Friends in 2012. In 2016, we rebranded and moved locations to what is now Fusion. I wanted to offer exemplary services with an emphasis on quality care. I have 2 dogs – a Boxer Mix named Jack, and an American Bulldog named Hank. In my spare time, I enjoy trying out new breweries with my lovely wife, Shannon.
Elizabeth Doyle
General Manager &
Agility Instructor
I graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Human Resources degree. To unite my professional experience working in HR and my personal passion of training in dog sports, I came to Fusion in 2017. While not at work, I compete in agility with my two border collies (Marzena and Rizzo) and terrier mix (Evie). I also enjoy baking, doing DIY projects, and spending time with my husband.
Megan Janning – CPDT-KA
Training Director
Animal behavior and training has been both my passion and my career for over a decade. I’ve had the opportunity to work professionally with a variety of species and breeds on a significant range of complex behavior issues and training. With my own dogs- I enjoy competing in Conformation, LGRA (straight racing), ASFA (lure coursing) and NOTRA(oval racing) and taking Nosework and Agility classes.
Taylor Drankiewicz
Pet Care Manager
I have a 3 year old German Shepherd named Maggie. I have experience in Obedience, Service Dog Training (diabetic alert and mobility aid), and Agility. I’m a CPDT-KA. I also have a Bachelors Degree in Animal Science with an emphasis on companion animals. My passion is strengthening the bond between humans and their dogs.
Brittany Sepanski
Assistant Training Director
& Agility Instructor
I have 3 dogs – Yoda (Black Lab), Tatl (Sheltie), and Solaire (Border Collie). I also have 2 cats named Ozzie and Wilbur. I love working with our “special needs” dogs that don’t know how to play. In my freetime, I compete in agility with my dogs.
Nicole Hecksel
Groomer
I have been training and showing dogs since I was 13 years old, and currently have a crew of 2 Australian Shepherds, a Field Spaniel puppy, and a 4 year old son. I believe dog grooming is an art form and vital to the dog’s overall wellbeing. I strive to offer a calm and respectful grooming experience where I accommodate for each pup’s individual needs.
Margaret Weider
Groomer
I started working at Fusion in 2022 in the pet care department and began my grooming journey in early 2024. I worked as a bather and apprentice groomer for a year while attending the Paragon School of Pet Grooming and recently graduated, earning my certificate as a Pet Stylist. I believe in “humanity over vanity” while striving to make your pup look and feel their best!
Kayla Salsberg
Groomer
I have been a dog trainer at Fusion for the last 4 years and have been grooming professionally for 2. I absolutely love working with dogs in all capacities. My background is in zoology, psychology, and animal behavior. I love working with dogs as individuals to meet their specific needs. I can’t wait to give your dog the best pampering experience!
Madeline Weibel
Bather
I have a Bachelors degree in Zoology. After working professionally in the industry for several years, I worked at Fusion as a Pet Care Supervisor. I have recently become a Bather in our grooming department. I have two dogs – a terrier mix named Nya and a Borzoi named Lennox. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and camping with my partner and my dogs.
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