Race for the Rescues Portland Helps Pets in Need

This fall dog devotees and fans of felines will make great strides toward creating a better future for our four-legged friends in need when they step up to the starting line for The Rescue Train’s second annual Race for the Rescues in Portland, Oregon.

Taking place October 11th at Portland International Raceway road course, revved up runners will raise their heart rate while they raise funds for paws causes during a 5K or 10K. Strollers will enjoy a 1-mile constitutional with their canine companion, while animal-loving little ones can jog for the sake of dogs and cats in the 1K Kids Fun Run.

A day of play for a higher purpose, the event will also include an expo that’s free to the public. Among the activities lined up for this year are:

• toe-tapping (and tail-wagging!) live music.
• a Rockin’ Adoption Show and awards presentation.
• beer garden.
• Adorable adoptables from area rescue organizations who will race right into your heart!

Celebrity Host

Actress Claire Coffee from the NBC series Grimm will step into the role of host of the event.

Couch Potato Race

If you won’t have the chance to pound the pavement in Portland with other people who have a passion for compassion, you can still take steps to save pets in need by signing up for the Couch Potato Race!

For a Paws Cause

A happening with heart, Race for the Rescues Portland will benefit Lovers Not Fighters Pit Bull Rescue, Must Love Dogs NW, Pacific Pug Rescue and Project POOCH.

NOTE: This is a dog-friendly event. All dogs in attendance must be spayed/neutered, on a leash at all times, up-to-date on their vaccinations, and well-mannered. See the Race for the Rescue’s website for a complete list of rules.

Admission: Free admission to the expo. Race registration fee is $38 for the 5K prior to the race, $40 on race day; $37 for the 10K before the day of the event, $42 on race day; $25 for the kids dash prior to the race, $27 on race day; $38 for the one-mile dog walk before the event, $40 on race day; $35 for the couch potato virtual race before the event, $35 the day of the race

When: October 11, 2015

Where: Portland International Raceway in Portland, Oregon

For more information:

• visit www.racefortherescues.org

Photo Credit: The Rescue Train