PACT for Animals Vets & Pets

Welcome to Vets & Pets 10K, 5k Race & 1 Mile Dog Walk/Run Presented by PACT for Animals 
 
PACT’s Vets & Pets event is one of our biggest & most fun fundraisers. The proceeds from this event will benefit PACT for Animals’ efforts to keep people and pets together. PACT gives peace of mind to Vets and pets: hospital patients, and military personnel by placing their pets into temporary foster homes until their owners can be reunited with the devoted companions they love. PACT is the only organization of its kind. PACT has facilitated the placement of more than 3,000 companion pets and approved more than 1,400 foster homes in all 50 states.
 
We'll have race t-shirts, medals for the fastest runners, a pet costume contest, and more! 

Whether you choose to run, walk or you're just in it for the T-Shirt, you'll be saving lives! Your race fee* will directly impact all pets in need, whether their owners are Veterans receiving much-needed medical care*, or our current Military putting their lives on the line for our country.  Our program keeps loving companion animals out of overcrowded shelters and with their owners when they return.  

The event is held in collaboration with some outstanding county-wide partners, including The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department, The Montgomery County Veterans Affairs Department, The Montgomery County The Hero Fund, The Kennel Club of Philadelphia, and The National Dog Show.   
 
How does it work: 
Vets & Pets event is a hybrid 10K,5k run / 1 mile dog walk/run: choose how you want to participate - In-Person OR Virtually! 

In Person: 
This event occurs on Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park, Oaks, PA. The race officially starts at 10:00 AM.   
10K Run-Race to compete for the best time in waves with other runners! 
5k Run - Race to compete for the best time in waves with other runners! (dogs are welcome!) 
1 Mile Dog Walk - Enjoy a 1 Mile Walk along the beautiful scenic Lower Perkiomen Trail with your friends, family, and DOGS! 
Judge’s Choice- Best Dressed Patriotic Pup- top 5 in-person pups. Presented by The Kennel Club of Philadelphia and The National Dog Show.  

Virtually: 
This event happens alongside the in-person event on Saturday, November 11th, 2023, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. We encourage you to do the following from the comfort of your own neighborhoods using the hashtag #PACTEvents and tagging us @PACTforAnimals on all social media. 

Walk or run a 5k or 10k and ask your friends and family to sponsor you to raise money for PACT. Remember, this is a family event, so get everyone involved! Bonus points for sending in pictures of your patriotic pack! 
Gather the family together for a fun pup walk around the neighborhood. Feel free to gather others along the way and tell them why you’re walking! 

Dress your dog(s) up in their most patriotic attire, tag @PACTforAnimals and use the hashtag #PACTEvents to have your pictures reshared! 
Social media posts will be made for the following prize winners so we can all appreciate your participation! 
Judge’s Choice- Best Dressed Patriotic Pup- top 5 virtual  

Complete a 5K (3.1 Miles) run/walk(s) any time between Nov. 1st & Nov  20th!  No need to complete the entire 5k at once!  You can break it up any way you choose -- Race to compete for the best 5k time, try running with your dog, go for three 1-mile runs, add up the mileage from all of your dog walks, etc. To our serious runners who are already running marathons / half marathons - consider dedicating your first or last 3.1 miles to the pups of PACT for Animals!  
Participants will receive virtual swag like award certificates for the fastest 5k & 10k runners in each category and the Patriotic Pup awards! 
*No refunds will be given. 

Pricing:  
Registration Opens on September 4th at 9 AM and runs through race day, Nov. 11, at 9 AM!  No refunds will be given. 
Early Registration: Sept 4th (9 AM) - Oct 19, 2023 (11:59 PM) 
Signing up for early registration guarantees you a T-Shirt and a $5 discounted race price for in-person racing! 
10k Runners: $35 
5k Runners: $30 
1 Mile Walkers: $25 
Virtual Participants: $25 

Regular Registration: Oct. 17 (12 AM) - Sunday, Nov 11 (9:00 AM) 
Shirts may not be available for participants who register during this time. While supply last. 
10K Runner $40 
5k Runners: $35 
1 Mile Walkers: $30 
Virtual Participants: $30 
 
Where is this Race? 
In-Person – Lower Perkiomen Park, 101 New Mill Rd., Oaks, PA 19456. A beautiful, flat and scenic course, with an engaging atmosphere along the Perkiomen Creek.  * Due to possible limited parking we recommend carpooling. 
Expect beautiful views of the water and surrounding wooded area and enjoy the fall foliage. The majority of the course will be on the flat paved Perkiomen Trail, with the 10 K extending to the upper gravel Perkiomen Trail for 0.25 miles.  
 
Virtually - You can complete your race when and where you choose!  In your neighborhood, at a local park, at the school track, or running in the yard with your dog as he fetches, the possibilities are endless! 
  
Tell me about the Swag! 
Just for registering, before Oct. 16 , you will receive the Vets & Pets T-Shirt.  

Share your Results! 
Virtual runners, send us your results on our online form (your confirmation email will include instructions)  
Post your pics on social media! We want to see photos of you and your pets on your walk &/or run!   
Don’t forget to tag us & use the hashtag #PACTEvents and tagging @PACTforAnimals
Facebook: @pactforanimals 
Instagram: @pactforanimals  

Donations: 
Can't join us or not interested in running? Consider donating to help support PACT for Animals’ mission to save more lives.  Helping to keep people and pets together.  
Donate here: https://pactforanimals.org/donate/ 

Federal Government Employees Donate to PACT Via CFC #71073 
 
Become a Sponsor: Contact Betsy@pactforanimals.org  or visit our website at pactforanimals.org.