The event is located at the beautifully renovated Metropolitan Ballroom just minutes West of downtown Minneapolis, on the Northwest corner of 169 and 394. Metropolitan Ballroom 5418 Wayzata Blvd, Golden Valley

There is ample free parking available on site!

Yes, there will be a seated meal plus appetizers. Vegan/vegetarian, gluten free, and nut-free options will be available upon request with your ticket. ​ Choose from the following meal options with your ticket: Short Rib of Beef, Sweet Balsamic Glaze, Parmesan Risotto, Brussels Sprouts - (Gluten-free) Salmon, Crème Fraiche Yukon Gold Potato Purée, Herb Pesto, Shaved Asparagus-Arugula Salad - (Gluten-free) Cauliflower Steak, Red Quinoa, Cilantro Pesto, Coconut Cauliflower Purée, Chili Oil - (Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Vegan)

While there will be dogs and cats at the event, please leave your own pet at home for the evening.

Festive cocktail attire is encouraged.

5:30 pm—Yappy Hour Begins! Enjoy a complementary celebratory glass of champaign. Browse and bid generously in the Silent Auction (Silent Auction closes at 7:45 pm) Pet, hold, and play in our Puppy and Kitten Play Room Enter to win in the Rescue a Rascal Raffle Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and a bar as you mingle 7 pm —Dinner and Program Enjoy a seated dinner and complementary wine while learning more about Mission's work and impact on pets and their families Groove to the music with performances by Ashley DuBose, who was a finalist in Season 5 of NBC’s The Voice Emcee Christopher Hermann will entertain you throughout the program You'll love our signature Runway Show featuring Mission clients and their pets A live auction will feature travel packages and other special opportunities to win in support of Mission And more!

Yes. Mission Animal Hospital is a 501c3 nonprofit recognized by the IRS. Your ticket is tax deductible above the fair market value of your ticket. The Fair Market Value of a general admission ticket is $100, the Fair Market Value of a VIP ticket is $150. Mission Animal Hospital's Federal Tax ID Number is: 47-2606680. By supporting Mission Animal Hospital, you're helping make an important difference in the lives of families with pets. Pets are part of our family, and deserve quality compassionate care, regardless of a family's financial circumstance. Your support will help provide critical veterinary care to more than 25,000 pets and their families this year. With your help, Mission Animal Hospital will be able to provide subsidized care, and make necessary it possible for families to keep their beloved fur family where it belongs — at home. A $225 General Admission Ticket helps one Mission Program client access the care their pet needs. A $350 VIP Ticket subsidizes an urgent care physical exam for 12 pets. A $2250 Premium Table for ten provides 40 spay or neuter surgeries and prevent 1,200 unwanted cats and dogs A $3500 VIP Table provides emergency life-saving procedures for up to 6 pets Your ticket purchase and donation will make a huge impact on pets and people! Our research shows that for every $1 contributed to Mission Animal Hospital, your donation will have a projected $4.64 in social value, generated through improved health and quality of life for the pet owner.

The artistic drawings featured in the "Raise the Woof" 2023 logo are detailed hand drawings of pets who were especially meaningful to two of our supporters. Willie, is a terrier who passed in 2022, was part of Lollie and Alan Eidsness's family. He was a feisty fella who lived a long and happy life with Lollie and Alan. Zipper was a rescue cat who became especially meaningful to his adopted family at Pet Haven pet rescue. Nominated by Kerry D'Amato, Zipper was a beautiful cat who left us too soon. Mission Animal Hospital commissioned artist and Mission veterinary assistant McKenzie Eggersgluss to create beautiful detailed drawings of these special pets. You can see more of her work on her Instagram.