A travelling stand-up comedy group that raises money for animal rescue groups is making a stop in Thompson.

Raise the Woof will be performing at the Juniper Centre tonight at 8.

Vicki McNevin says money from sales will be going to the Northern Manitoba Paws in Need:

"We have one particular guy, his name is Nico, he’s 3 years old this month actually. He needs hip surgery on both hips. He has severe hip dysplasia so he needs work done on both hips".

McNevin had been raising money for Nico over the past few months, but a break-in a few months ago set them back.

McNevin says the money will also help cover vet bills and general care of other animals.

This is the first time the fundraising comedy group is making a stop in Thompson.