Leeds, West Yorkshire
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
TBC
£14.99
DATE OF THE CHALLENGE: 26TH AUGUST
Bring your best mate along (lead optional for treadmills!) and celebrate World Dog Day with the Doggie Dash virtual race. Run, walk or hike any distance, anywhere, anytime on 26 August 2026 (or the week around it if that suits you better). Log your activity, upload your evidence, and we’ll post your colourful paw-print medal to your door. It’s the happiest way to get active and support dogs that need a little extra love.
Dog owners who love a scenic walk or run
Runners building back fitness with a fun goal
Families looking for an active day out
Anyone who wants a feel-good challenge that supports pups
Celebrate World Dog Day while ticking off a fun fitness goal.
Any distance counts — from a 1-mile sniffari to a marathon-with-mutt.
Run or walk anywhere — parks, pavements, trails, treadmills or the beach.
Earn a limited-edition medal – a vibrant paw-shaped keepsake.
Support canine charities with optional donations or fundraising.
Run, walk or jog any distance, anywhere, anytime on the 26th of August – World Dog Day for the love of dogs. We also accept treadmill activities.
Once you have completed your challenge, upload a screenshot of your activity using our secure submission form here.
All participants will receive a beautiful 3D zinc alloy custom shaped medal. The medal is in the shape of a paw print and features a dog running across the front.
The medal allows comes with a matching 880mm x 25mm patterned ribbon with the text “I’ve Caught THE RUNNING BUG!” embedded on it.
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