Run For Rescue 5K/1 Mile Mutt Strut...

• 5K Run:- Run 3.1 Miles
• 1 Mile Mutt Strut:- Run 1 Mile
• 1 Mile Walk:- Run 1 Mile

A family & pet friendly event, with family activities,  attendance prizes, photo booths, bake sale, food vendors, & much more! Bring the family and come out a great time, watch some best-dressed dogs strut their stuff, meet some great folks, and help raise funds for a great cause!!! 

Hope has saved the lives of over 2800 dogs since 2005, and along the way, they have healed many broken hearts.  Sometimes, they have literally tried to fix a broken heart.  In November, eighteen Chihuahua mix puppies came to Hope from a hoarding situation.  Pierre was one of the eighteen.  It was discovered he had a congenital heart defect which caused him to go into congestive heart failure.  In December, Hope took him to the University of Missouri Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital for surgery, where it was found that his heart defect was worse than previously thought.   He has Double Chambered Right Ventricle, or DCRV, and the heart surgery scheduled would not have corrected the problem.  His prognosis was less than one year. 

No one gave up on Pierre.  Three months later, the University contacted Hope, after much research, they discovered a surgery that might correct the problem.  The entire cardiology unit from the VeterinarySchool was on hand for Pierre’s surgery.  They did everything possible to fix his heart.  Unfortunately, the surgery was not a success.  But Pierre’s story does not end with a failed surgery.  Pierre hit the dog lottery and was adopted by the co-founders of Hope to live in a home where he is loved unconditionally.  Pierre has settled right into his new home and we are pretty sure he has no idea that he is sick.  His heart surgery may not have been a success, but his broken heart has healed.

Hope Rescues is 100% volunteer, non-profit corporation. 100% of all donations go to the care and rehabilitation of the animals. Fund raisers and private donations are essential every month in order to cover the cost of running the sanctuary. Please take the time to watch the video below--its a compensative video about Hope Animal Rescues and their mission. 

Both courses take place at the beautiful Glazebrook Park located at w 1401 Stamper Lane in Godfrey, IL.  

**Improved Course Design**

-Easy Out & Back Course

-Flat Terrain

-Beautiful Breath-taking Nature Trail

-Great for Amateur or Pro Runner

-Perfect for PR

A Course for Everyone! 

Cost is $25 (13 & up) thru August 31, 2016.  $30 (13 & up) til September 30, 2016.

$35 Race Day.

Cost for 12 & under is $15.  

Teams of 4 -6 people is $20 per person

Virtual Runner is $25

1 Mile Mutt Strut
Pet and people friendly leashed dogs are welcome to join walkers. All canine participants must be spayed/neutered and current on all vaccinations. Awards for the top 3 best dressed dogs!

For More Information or Questions Visit Our Facebook Page @ https://www.facebook.com/RunForRescue5K

Event details and schedule

Pet and people friendly leashed dogs are welcome to join walkers. All canine participants must be spayed/neutered and current on all vaccinations. Awards for the top 3 best dressed dogs!

AWARDS:  Finisher Medal for Everyone as they cross finish line.

Trophies to the top 3 male and female finishers. Medals and ribbons for Top 3 Place in all divisions.

Divisions: 15 & under, 16-25. 26-35, 36-45, 46-55, 56 & Over

Mutt Strut Awards:  Awards to Top 3 Best Dressed Dogs

Packets will be available during race day registration. Early packet Pick-up available: Time & Place TBD

All children under the age of 12 participating with an Adult are eligible for a reduced fee during the registration process.

Collecting donations from sponsors is encouraged but not required. Pledge form will be emailed to participants. Also, participants will have the option of creating an online fund raising page. Prizes Awarded to Top 3 Fund Raisers!

**NEW THIS YEAR**  

ATTENDANCE PRIZES