The 2022 Furry 5K is Back In-Person June 12!

Posted on by Leah Traxel
Furry 5K Promo June 12, 2022 at Seward Park
Two pugs in a stroller

The dogs are barking! The cats are meowing! The critters are… crittering? We’re all so excited to announce the Furry 5K is back in-person in 2022!

Dog and humans are welcome to join the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) on Sunday, June 12th as we make a triumphant return to Seward Park to host the in-person Furry 5K Fun Run & Walk.

Sign up for the Furry 5K now to take advantage of early-bird pricing and reserve your race bib, goody bag, and 2022 Furry 5K t-shirt.

On Sunday, June 12th, the Furry 5K will begin at 11 AM with a staggered start for runners and walkers. After you cross the finish line, make your way through our booths to check out some fun pet products, explore the dog agility course, treat your pup to a dip in the kiddie pool, or hook them up with a treat from Puddles Barkery.

dog in a tutu surrounded by run participants

You’ll then hear awards given to the top three 5K finishers, top individual fundraiser, top team fundraiser, and the best costumes (both human and dog costumes, of course).

We hope to see over 1,000 people at the race, and 100% of proceeds will go toward the Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS). So spread the word and get a group of friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, cat sitters, or dog-walking buddies to race with you.

SAS has done so much to support pets over the years. In 2021 alone, the shelter helped:

  • Get 226 dogs, 363 cats, and 122 critters adopted.
  • Provide 898 spay and neuter surgeries.
  • Investigate 741 animal cruelty cases.
  • Reunite 454 lost animals with their owners.
  • Rescue 351 wild animals.
  • Perform 7,000 vet exams.
  • Serve 366 animals via the pet food bank.

We are so grateful for everyone who has supported the shelter after all these years (even when the Furry 5K was virtual in both 2020 and 2021). Let’s give back to SAS once more and raise $100,000 at the 2022 Furry 5K!

Two dogs and three runners finishing the race

Sign up to race the Furry 5K!

Share why you’re excited to race by tagging SASF on Instagram and Facebook and using #furry5kseattle and #furry5k to connect with our pet-loving community.

Many thanks to our sponsors, especially our Presenting Sponsor, Mud Bay, who help make this event possible with their amazing support for the Seattle Animal Shelter. A huge thank you to: