Purple Leash 5K and Fun Run at Purina Farms

Saturday, October 12, 2024
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Lace up and leash up for a great cause! You and your dog are invited to run, jog, or walk in the Purple Leash 5K & Fun Run at Purina Farms on October 12. Compete for top dog in our 5K race or take it easy in our 1-mile fun run. Put your paws to the pavement and then head over to the TAILgate after party for food, drinks, music and more all while raising awareness for the Purple Leash Project. All purple outfits and purple dog gear are highly encouraged!

The Purple Leash Project was born out of the Purina mission to bring and keep pets and people together and the RedRover® mission to bring people and their pets from crisis to care. Your support of the Purple Leash Project assists domestic violence shelters on their journey to welcome family pets by funding pet-friendly renovations.
 
Event Highlights:

  • 5K Race - The competition is on! Humans, and their dogs, can sign up for our competitive 5K race (with chipped timing bibs) to see who will win top dog! Prizes will be awarded to the top three times in each heat for the 5K race.
  • Fun Run & Walk - Looking for something more low-key? We've got you! Our 1-mile Fun Run & Walk is perfect for all experience levels and ages for humans and dogs.
  • TAILgate After Party - Sits, stay, and snack! We'll have a winner's podium, music, food and drinks for both humans and pets, yard games, and lots of FUN! Have a drink on us, each registered runner over the age of 21 will receive one free drink ticket.
  • Giveaways - each registered human participant will receive an event t-shirt, treats, Purple Leash Project swag, and so much more!

Dogs are welcome! No retractable leashes. Dogs must be up to date on vaccination, have a visible rabies ID tag, be well socialized and free of health concerns. Puppies must be at least 6 months old with age-appropriate vaccinations to attend. 

Advanced registration for the Purple Leash 5K and Fun Run is required. Onsite registration will not be available. The cost of entry is $35 until September 20, $40 from September 21 to October 4, and $45 from October 5-11.

Races begin at 4 p.m. but participants can arrive as early as 2:30 p.m.

For more information visit purinafarms.com

 

 

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