By Misty Kaiser, Reporter-Herald
Coloradoans love their dogs almost as much as they love being outdoors. What could be better than pairing the two and raising a little money besides?
This May grab a furry friend and get in a little friendly competition (or participation) for a good cause with two dog lovin’ 5Ks; the Fire Hydrant Five 5K Walk Run and Pet Expo and the Run Fur Fun.
Peak running condition isn’t necessary for either of these events, you can run, walk or any combination in between. The point is to get out, raise some money and have a good time. It beats sitting on the couch no matter how fast you finish.
RUN FUR FUN
First up — on Sunday, May 17 at City Park in Fort Collins, bring out the entire family for some fundraising fun — all proceeds go toward funding the rescue efforts at Animal House Rescue and Grooming.
The race begins at 9 a.m., but if you come out early, there’s a special kids’ race beginning at 8:30.
During and after the race, until 12 p.m. vendors and vets will be answering questions and providing a variety of health checks for the pups. Animal House will also be offering discounted microchips. The fair is open to everyone and admission is $10-$20.
FIRE HYDRANT 5
With a fundraising goal of $80,000 the Larimer Humane Society encourages participants to gather as many pledges as possible. The more money pledged, the higher the level of prizes participants can attain — everyone wins.
Have the pups put on their cutest beggar face, raise some pledges and then bring them down to Edora Park in Fort Collins on Saturday, May 30.
The kids’ run, and adults run/walk 5K are only part of the day’s events.
From 8 a.m to 12 p.m., wander the more than 60 booths available at the Pet Expo, run your race or cheer on someone else, then stick around to register your furry friend for the Second Chance Dog Show at 10 a.m.
So venture out for some fitness and fun and show your support for some fur friendly folks.
AT A GLANCE
WHAT: RUN FUR FUN
When: Sun., May 17, 9 a.m.
Where: City Park, Fort Collins
Info: animalhousehelp.org/runfurfun5k.php
WHAT: FIRE HYDRANT 5
When: Sat., May 30, 8 a.m.
Where: Edora Park, Fort Collins
Info: larimerhumane.org/events/fire-hydrant