Registration is now open for the 28th Annual “Run with the Big Dogs” event scheduled for Saturday, April 19, at 10:30 a.m. at Lower Ross Park. The event organized by The Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter features a 2k walk/run, and a 5k run. Registration is $40 per participant. Register before March 31 to get a Run with the Big Dogs T-shirt. Entrants will receive a bandana and a “doggy bag” full of freebies (while supplies last).
“This event is truly amazing! It’s wonderful to see so many people with their dogs enjoying the day together,” said Chris Abbott, Pocatello Animal Services Director. “We’re incredibly grateful to all our participants, sponsors, and The Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter for their ongoing support — they’re the reason this event is such a success year after year.”
Interested participants can register for the race online through the link below or in person at the Pocatello Animal Shelter, 3100 Avenue of the Chiefs. The day includes vendors, raffle prizes, a silent auction, splash pools for dogs, and refreshments for participants and dogs.
Proceeds from the Run with the Big Dogs event directly support shelter animal adoptions, helping more pets find their forever homes.
To register, visit pocatelloshelterfriends.org/run-with-the-big-dogs. For more information on Pocatello Animal Services and to view adoptable pets, visit Pocatello.gov/animal or Like the Facebook page at facebook.com/PocatelloAnimalServices.
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