The Animal Run 5k Tofurkey Trot

The Animal Run

Welcome to our 3rd annual Run/Walk and Canicross (canine cross-country) Tofurkey Trot fundraiser!

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 Jennifer Tobits, canicross expert at jennifer.tobits@theanimalrun.org.

This Year's Beneficiary

This year's beneficiary will be the Milo Foundation! They've been on our list of incredible organizations to support for a while.

With locations at Point Richmond CA and The Sanctuary in Willets CA, their mission is to rescue dogs and cats from high-kill shelters and adopt them to loving homes best suited to provide a lifetime of care and love. They also rehabilitate dogs and cats, offer sanctuary to those that are not adoptable, and educate the public about responsible pet guardianship including spay/neuter.

DATE & LOCATION

* Thursday, Nov 26, 2026

Driving directions to parking lot is

Volleyball Sand Court, (14001 Monarch Bay Dr, San Leandro, CA 94577)

* There is a large FREE parking lot next to the race area. There is also street parking if the lot is full.

* Registration opens at 8am

* Races start at 8:55am

Registration Pricing (Online Registration Closes 11/25 at 3pm)*

ADULTS

• $45 5K Solo & virtual runners ($55 for late and same day registration)
• $55K Canicross & virtual teams ($65 for late and for same day registration)
• $45 1 Mile walkers and dog walkers ($55 for late and same day registration)

KIDS

• $20 Kids 12 and under
• $30 Kids 12 and under Canicross Teams

*Note : There is a small processing fee per registration.

For 12-years-old or under canicrossers, Jennifer Tobits will contact you with additional safety instructions.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

8:00 Registration opens

8:45 Welcome

8:55 5k Canicrossers start

9:00 5k Solo Runners and 1 mile Walkers start

9:30 Vegan Coffee & Carbs

10:00 Awards Ceremony

COURSE DESCRIPTION

5K - Flat and fast with option to run on mostly dirt and grass and some road.

Thank you to our Breakfast Sponsor

Boichik Bagels of Berkeley CA

Thank you to our Prize Sponsor

Wholesome Bakery

OUR ESTEEMED PARTNERS

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.