2023 Animal Run 5k, 10k, Canicross

The Animal Run

Welcome to our 6th Annual Animal Run/Walk and Canicross (canine cross-country).

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED, BUT YOU CAN STILL REGISTER AT 6AM ON SUNDAY 5/21 (RACE DAY). DETAILS BELOW. SEE YOU THERE!

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. For additional questions, please reach out to Victor Ballesteros, CEO of Victory Sportdesign and canicross expert at v@victorysportdesign.com

DATE, LOCATION, TIME

* Sunday, May 21, 2023

* 900 Dornan Drive Richmond, CA 94801 [Pintail Picnic Area]

* Race Start times 7:05 - 7:15 am

REGISTRATION PRICING

5K - $40

10K - $50

5K Canicross - $50

10K Canicross - $60

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

6:00 Registration opens

7:00 Welcome

7:05 10k Canicrossers

7:08 5k Canicrossers

7:11 10k runners

7:15 5k runners

7:30 Carbs & Coffee

8:30 Awards Ceremony

RACE DAY COURSE

5K - A hilly and challenging course with some road but mostly single-track trail. The last .3 miles is flat and fast dirt straight away. Elevation gain 628 ft.

10k - The 5k route again in the same direction. Elevation gain 1,256 ft.

THE 2023 BENEFICIARY is Paw Fund. https://pawfund.org

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

THE ANIMAL RUN BRANDED

VICTORY SPORTDESIGN PRODUCTS FOR SALE

Please email victor@victorysportdesign.com to coordinate your purchase.

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.