2022 Animal Run 5k, 10k, Canicross and Virtual Bunny Hop

Animal Run

Welcome to our 5th Annual Animal Run/Walk and Canicross (canine cross-country).

Our Mission: Animal Run's vegan foot races raise funds for various animal welfare organizations, helping them save the lives of, find homes for, heal and comfort animal residents in need. Animal Run encourages athletes to support vegan businesses that promote human health and a thriving world.

What is Canicross?

Canicross can be run with one or two dogs, always attached to the runner. The runner wears a waist belt or hip harness to minimize stress on the back lumbar area. The dog wears a specifically designed harness for safe and unrestricted joint movement. The two are joined by a bungee cord or elastic line that reduces shock to both human and dog when the dog pulls. If you're new to the sport, here is how to get started.

THE LIVE EVENT is on Easter Sunday April 17th

Location: Palo Alto Baylands Athletic Center. 1900 Geng Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Race Day Schedule

6:00 Registration opens

6:30 Coffee / Tea / Hot Water Service

7:00 Welcome + meet Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary

7:05 10k Canicrossers

7:08 5k Canicrossers

7:11 10k runners

7:15 5k runners

8:00 Hot food service

8:15 Awards Ceremony

8:30 Raffle (must be present to win)

*** Easter Egg hunt surprise start time ***

Race Day Course

5K - A flat and mostly single-track course is all dirt except for the last .6 mile mostly on a sidewalk.

10k - A mostly flat and some single-track mainly dirt course except for the last .6 mile mostly on a sidewalk. You'll be traversing through Byxbee Park. There will be one aid station which you will pass twice.

THE 2022 BENEFICIARY is Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary in Stockton, California. Their mission is to provide life-long care for rescued animals and to educate the public about humane animal care and practices. They rehabilitate mistreated animals and, if possible, find homes for appropriate homes for them.

Fundraising Goal - $3,000 is needed to support ongoing veterinary care.

To achieve this fundraising goal, we need approximately 125 runners across all distances. Registration donations to Harvest Home, will count toward the fundraising goal. Please tell your friends!

PLEASE JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP and don't forget to post your amazing pictures on social media with #TheAnimalRun. Thank you so much for your love and support of all animals and the Animal Run. <3 <3 <3

FEATURED FINISHER AWARDS

FROM VICTORY SPORTDESIGN

Victory Sportdesign blue Cougar II with Animal Run Logo

7L capacity - 8″x6.5″x9″ (fits within the BEAR III for added modular storage) Designed as a go-anywhere, everyday, sport, home, pet, and travel gear bag.

Victory Sportdesign blue Bear III with Animal Run Logo

14L capacity 6″x8″x16″ Designed as a go-anywhere, everyday, sport, home, pet, and travel gear bag. It's also the perfect Ultra racing and multi-day crew and/or drop bag.

OTHER FINISHER AWARDS

Vegan Sugar Cookie Medal 3.25 inch

Animal Run Neck Gaiter

20" tall x 10" wide

Sunflower Seeds & Animal Run Sticker

REGISTRATION PRICING

FOR EASY REGISTRATION, CLICK HERE and then click on the dropdown menu for your race category

Thank you to the following brands who have generously donated items to support the aid stations, prizes or raffle items.

THE VIRTUAL RUN means you can run or walk your registered distance anytime, anywhere you are safest and happiest. You also have the choice of completing your distance all-at-once or in several comfortable segments. Start running today but please complete your distance by April 17.

Please practice social distancing. Wear one earbud to ensure you hear oncoming traffic. Wear reflective gear if you are outside at night.

Time Frame The virtual event starts today and ends on Easter Sunday 4/17/2022.

NOTE FOR VIRTUAL CANICROSS TEAMS

While not mandatory, we highly encourage you to use a proper canicross or run harness to enhance your doggies' safety and enjoyment of the sport. For the Virtual Marathon, 50k and especially the 50 mile run, we also highly recommend that you complete your distance over several days with appropriate recovery time for the safety of your four legged team member's joints, paws and overall health. Please expect to receive an email from us with further details on canicross safety. If you have any questions about canicross, please reach out to Victor Ballesteros, CEO of Victory Sportdesign and canicross expert at v@victorysportdesign.com

FOR EASY REGISTRATION, CLICK HERE and then click on the dropdown menu for your race category