Paws on Grand presented by Pet Evolution and Catzen Coffee
Enjoy all Grand Avenue has to offer...with your furry friend at Paws on Grand!
Adopt a Pet, shop the Pet Marketplace, cheer on the Weiner Dog Races, and enjoy plenty of pet-friendly activities along Grand Avenue!
PAWS on Grand partners with dozens of pet rescue organizations so you can adopt a range of pets.
Visit and donate to these pet rescue and nonprofit organizations at Grand Avenue businesses:
Animeow Control 📍 French Meadow on Grand
Animal Ark 📍 Cooks of Crocus Hill
Bitty Kitty Brigade 📍 PetFresh Dog Wash
Canine Companions (MN Chapter) 📍 Evergreen Collective
Cause for Paws 📍 Cat aMEWsement
Coco's Heart Dog Rescue 📍 Red Balloon Bookshop
FaerieLand Rescue Inc 📍 Mischief Toy Store
Fur-Ever Home Rescue 📍 BankCherokee
Heart of a Border Collie Rescue 📍 Emmett’s Public House / Saji-Ya
Last Hope 📍 UPS Store on Grand
Minneapolis Animal Care and Control 📍 Grand Avenue Veterinary Center
Native Dogs of Ireland 📍 Moloney’s Irish Imports
No Dog Left Behind 📍 Red Rabbit
Northwest Minnesota Aussie Rescue 📍 Host Business TBD
Pet Haven 📍 Mick’s Bottle Shop on Grand
Pooches United with People (PUP) 📍 Pet Evolution St. Paul
Red Lake Rosie's Rescue 📍 Frattallone’s Hardware
Second Chance Animal Rescue 📍 Iron Ranger
SNAP’t Cat Rescue 📍 Catzen Coffee
Twin Cities Pet Rescue 📍 Golden Fig Fine Foods
Warrior Dog Rescue 📍 Coldwell Banker Realty
Paws on Grand Raffle - Purchase for a Chance to Win Grand Avenue Prizes!
Purchase a raffle ticket to win amazing prizes donated by your favorite Grand Avenue businesses. Buy your raffle ticket during the event at the Pet Evolution Marketplace or from a volunteer. Tickets will be sold for $5 each or $45 for 10 tickets. Debit cards and cash accepted.
Local Grand Avenue Business Activities
Cat aMEWsement: Catwall Extravaganza from Purfect Paws Catwalls
Coldwell Banker Realty: Warrior Dog Merch
Evergreen Collective: 20% Off All Eco-Wool Pet Toys
Frattallonne’s Hardware & Garden: Warm Water Dog Wash Fundraiser at 650 Grand Avenue
French Meadow Bakery & Cafe: Free Gourmet Pet Treats
Golden Fig Fine Foods: Free Gourmet Doggy Treats
Iron Ranger: 10% of food sales on 9/13 will be donated to Second Chance Animal Rescue
PetFresh Dog Wash: Complimentary pup cups, $5 dog washes in our wash bays, a raffle basket, and a selfie station
Pet Evolution: Pet Marketplace, Raffle Ticket Sales, Rescue Donation Station
Red Rabbit: Happy Yappy Hour on Pet-Friendly Patio (3-5 PM)
The Lexington: Pet-Friendly Rooftop Patio (enter through back parking lot)
Weiner Dog Race Registration (presented by BankCherokee) Hosted at Macalester College
Enter your pet in the race! Please note: Two people are required/dog for the event (one at each end of the track). All wiener dog-sized breeds are welcome to compete!
Vendor Registration - Deadline August 15
We are currently seeking small business vendors to participate in our marketplace on the day of the event. Only 20 spots are available.
Register Your Business as a Host or Sponsor - Deadline July 31
Registration is closed for sponsors and hosts. Reach out to info@grandave.com if you are interested in being matched with an animal rescue or would like to hold business activations.
Animal Rescue Registration - Deadline July 31
Registration is closed for Non-Profit Animal Rescue organizations.
Thank you to our 2026 Paws on Grand Sponsors!
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