Run for the Paws 5K, 1 Mile Walk, and Wagging Wellness Fair

Put on your running shoes and get ready to help pets in need at the 4th Annual Run for the Paws 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, April 7th at Fletcher Park in Fletcher, NC. Registration is $30. Fee includes entry, race t-shirt, and light refreshments. Packet pickup will be on Saturday, April 6th from 1-7pm at the BWAR ReTail Store, located at 38 Glendale Avenue in Asheville, just across the street from the Adoption Center. Race map is available for download at the bottom of this page.

The run/walk will begin at 1:30pm, with a free Wagging Wellness Fair for pets and people featuring awards, live music, and tasty food for purchase, going on from 1:30 to 4:30pm.

There will be plenty of events for the dogs too! In addition to doggie games and nail trims, furry attendees will get to check out all kinds of items at the pet vendor expo, showcasing the many goods and services available to pet parents in the Asheville area. Bring the whole family for a fun afternoon in the park!

A huge thank-you to everyone who attended this year's Run for the Paws! Over 400 walkers and runners participated, along with many more individuals who came to enjoy the Waggin Wellness Fair. We hope to see you all again next year, and thank you for helping our community's animals in need!

RACE RESULTS CAN BE FOUND HERE.

Thank You to our Generous Sponsors