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For Immediate Release
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Registration is Open for Furry 5K, Benefiting the Seattle Animal Shelter
Seattle, WA – On Sunday, June 8, over 1,000 community members and their pets will gather in Seward Park to join the Seattle Animal Shelter for the 26th Annual Furry 5K Fun Run & Walk. Pet lovers, community members and some of the cutest dogs in the City will take part in a 3.1-mile run, walk or roll, all to support animal care.
The Furry 5K, presented by Timberline Veterinary Emergency and Specialty, directly supports the Seattle Animal Shelter's work to provide critical care for animals in need across the city. This year’s event also includes Paws in the Park, a post-race celebration that includes a pet costume contest, awards, entertainment, vendors and more.
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Where: Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle, WA
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Day of Registration: 10 a.m.
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Runners start: 11:30 a.m.
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Walkers start: 11:40 a.m.
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Paws in the Park: 2:00 p.m.
Registration is open online at Furry5k.com or available in person the day of the event. If you can’t make the event and want to support the Seattle Animal Shelter, learn how you can donate here: Furry5k.com/donate
"Seattle is a city that values compassion, community, and the well-being of all its residents—including our furry friends,” said Mayor Bruce Harrell. “The Furry 5K Fun Run & Walk is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together in support of the Seattle Animal Shelter and its vital efforts to care for our community’s most vulnerable animals. I encourage everyone to lace up their running shoes, bring their pets, and join us on June 8 for a fun-filled event.”
"The Furry 5K is one of our most cherished traditions, bringing together pet lovers from across the community to support a meaningful cause," said Jocelyn Bouchard, Interim Director of the Seattle Animal Shelter." Every registration helps us provide critical resources for animals in need and brings us closer to our mission of ensuring every animal receives the care and love they deserve.”
About the Seattle Animal Shelter
The Seattle Animal Shelter was founded in 1972. Located in the Interbay neighborhood of Seattle, the Seattle Animal Shelter is one of ten divisions of the City of Seattle’s Department of Finance and Administrative Services.
In 2024, the shelter provided life-saving vaccines for over 1,500 animals through its free community pet vaccination clinics, the dedicated team of over 800 volunteers, including foster, helped over 1,600 pets go into loving homes and over 1,180 spay and neuter services were provided to animals. The Seattle Animal Shelter is committed to the welfare of all animals through its adoption services, animal care and community education.
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