PUPPY FADES DOGGY DASH
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 9:30AM
Homeboy Industries and the Homeboy 5K are excited to bring the newest event to the community festival lineup: The Puppy Fades Doggy Dash!
All four-legged friends and their owners are invited to take part in a half-mile canine race. Doggy participants will receive a limited edition Doggy Dash bandana (must be worn during the doggy dash event)
Packet pickup for the doggie dash begins at 7:00 AM, and the doggy dash will begin at 9:30 AM. One human per dog and pups must be leashed (no strollers), at least 6 months old, and current on vaccinations.
Pricing: $20
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need proof of my dog’s vaccinations?
Participating dogs must be currently licensed and up to date on Parvo and rabies vaccinations. You do not need to bring vaccine records with you, but if an incident occurs you must be able to produce the records in a reasonable amount of time.
Can my new puppy come to the Puppy Fades Doggy Dash?
We recommend that puppies younger than six months wait a year to attend the Puppy Fades Doggy Dash.
What are the leash rules?
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Leashes should be no more than six feet in length while on the course. For safety reasons, “extend-a-leashes” will NOT be allowed. The Puppy Fades Doggy Dash promotes a fear-free environment and asks that you not leash your dog to an e-collar, choke collar, or prong collar.
Are there restrictions on what dogs are allowed?
To keep this event safe for all, female dogs in heat are not permitted. We recommend that dogs younger than six months wait a year to attend. The Puppy Fades Doggy Dash officials reserve the right to refuse entry to any dog whose behavior could be dangerous to others.
Who is responsible for dog waste cleanup?
If you bring your dog(s), please be sure to clean up after them. This is important for health and safety on the course. Waste disposal cans will be provided. Please come prepared with poo bags.
