Paws on Grand presented by Pet Evolution
Enjoy all Grand Avenue has to offer...with your furry friend at Paws on Grand!
Adopt a Pet, shop the Pet Marketplace, get pet portraits, and cheer on the Wiener Dog Races!
No pet? No problem. PAWS on Grand partners with dozens of pet rescue organizations so you can adopt a range of pets.
Event Timeline
11 AM - 3 PM - Paws on Grand: Visit Local Businesses, Pet Rescues, and Activities along the Avenue, Pet Marketplace (Vendors listed below)
11:30 AM - Weiner Dog Race sponsored by Cooks of Crocus Hill (Register your dog here)
1 PM - Paws for a Cause Walk begins at Pet Marketplace (Sign up here)
1 - 2 PM - Blessing of the Pets at St. Paul United Church of Christ
3 - 5 PM - Happy Yappy Hour at Red Rabbit Patio
Sign Up for Day-Of Activities
Proceeds from PAWS on Grand will go towards these pet rescue and nonprofit organizations:
Animal Ark
Animeow Control
FaeriLand Rescue
Heart of the Border Collies
Humble Hounds
Inspire and Flourish
Last Hope
Legends Rescue
MACC Pack
Minneapolis Animal Care and Control
Minnesota Pocket Pet Rescue
New Leash
No Dog Left Behind
Pet Haven
Red Lake Rosie's Rescue
Safe Hands Rescue
Second Chance Animal Rescue
Snapt
The Bond Between
Tubman
Twin Cities Parrot Rescue
Twin Cities Pet Rescue
Warrior Dog Rescue
Visit these Pet Marketplace Vendors at Pet Evolution
Anytime Puppy Playground
Big Duck Dog Treats
CBDelicacy
Coldwell Banker Realty
dreamy pups
Dreamy Treats & Sweets
Farmina pet foods
Houndstooth Dog Grooming
Nothing But Hemp
PupAtude
Saintly MN
SBK Dogs Co / Oh My Dog!
Sweet Wolf Goods
Sweetie-pie Collars, LLC
Wayah's Got the Wiggles
Woof Cookie Co.
Support Local Animal Rescues and Nonprofits at Paws for a Cause Walk
Get ready to enjoy a leisurely stroll while raising awareness and funds for our four-legged friends in need. Starting at 1 PM, walk a mile along Grand Avenue with your furry friends to help support a great cause. The cost is $25 per family and includes one special treat for your 4-legged friend. Paws for a Cause Walk is sponsored by Mick’s Bottle Shop.
Thank you to our 2025 Paws on Grand Sponsors
