The 25th annual Furry 5K Fun Run & Walk was a heartwarming success! The event took place Sunday, June 9th, 2024 under beautiful sunny skies and cool summer morning temperatures, making it an ideal day for running, walking, and enjoying the company of countless adorable dogs. This year, over 1,300 enthusiastic participants registered, filling Seattle’s Seward Park with a sea of royal blue Furry 5K tee shirts, and dog tail wags and happy smiles all around.
Tracy Taylor-Turner once again excelled as the event’s MC. Seattle Animal Shelter Executive Director Esteban Rodriguez expressed heartfelt gratitude to all participants at the start line. Participants, both human and canine, were eager and ready to run. We saw some incredible performances this year, with many speedy runners and their pups achieving impressive finishing times.
In the months leading up to the Furry 5K, the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation volunteers, GFS Events, presenting sponsor Mud Bay, companies, individuals and teams all worked tirelessly to raise funds. In total, $133,653 was raised for the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation to support programs and so many pets in need through the Seattle Animal Shelter. What an amazing success!
The event is made possible each year by the support of our donors, volunteers, sponsors, and vendors. The Furry 5K has always been powered by volunteers dedicated to supporting the Seattle Animal Shelter’s veterinary needs. This year, over 120 volunteers contributed their time and effort to make this event a success. Whether you ran, walked, donated, led a team, shared a post on social media, or participated in any other way — thank you. Your support helps the Seattle Animal Shelter continue its amazing work.
All runners may see their times at https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/125379/#resultSetId-464816;perpage:100
TOP FUNDRAISERS
- Top Individual: Frank Massaro – $1810
- Top Team: Team Pug Pals – $410
COSTUME CONTEST WINNERS
- Best Group Costume:
- Wizard of Oz – Owners: Danah, Nick and Sagan; Dog: Riley & Fawn
- Best Owner/Handler Look-alike:
- Puppuccino and Puppuccino Master – Owner: Yuki; Dog: Mochi
- Most Creative:
- Panda – Owner: Elizabeth; Dog: Blue
SPONSOR THANK YOU
Putting on an event like the Furry 5K requires a community effort, and our sponsors are a crucial part of that community. Their invaluable resources help us create a fun and impactful event that benefits animals in need. A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, Mud Bay, and to all our wonderful sponsors:
Mud Bay *presenting sponsor*
Lotus Communication – HankFM & Northwest News Radio 97.7
ORIJEN Petfoods
Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue
Ruffwear
BluePearl Pet Hospital
Nintendo
Animal Medical Center Seattle
Just Food For Dogs
Ahimsa
Green Juju
Petcurean
Seattle Vet Assoc
Open Farm
Tilted Barn
Metro Dog Seattle
Portland Pet Food Co
Red Barn Pet Products
Alpha Martial Arts
Animal Surgical & Orthopedic Center
BarkWell Pet
Boss Dog Brand
Fuzzy Buddy’s
Johnston Architects
Natural Pet Food Group
Pets Global
Wellness Pet Company
Lake Union Escrow
Cascade Heights Veterinary Center
TropiClean
City Dog Club
Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty
Nucor
Check out more event day photos in our 2024 Furry 5K photo album on Facebook (special thanks to volunteer Trista Campbell, owner of Inky Photography + Design, for all her photos) and see highlights of video and photo stories shared on Instagram by participants on the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation’s Instagram here.
Thank you! See you next year!