Join Palm Valley Animal Society’s on Saturday, November 20, for their First Annual “Give A Bark 5K Walk/Run” at Fireman’s Park at 201 N 1st St., in McAllen. The main event will kick off at 8 a.m. with a one-mile Doggie Dash starting at 9 a.m.
University Draft House will be the official race day headquarters. University Draft House will also provide breakfast for participants and host a “Give a Meow Brunch” from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. to the public, where a portion of those proceeds will benefit PVAS. Joining the event will be local ax-throwing establishment Kickin Axes, where they will bring their mobile unit for anyone wanting to take part between 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
“This is our first 5K, and we hope to increase participation every year,” says PVAS Executive Director Donna Casamento. “The animals will benefit from the community coming together for this event, and the more people take part, the more it will help the people and pets of the RGV. I wish all participants the best of luck.”
Registration is still open, and they are asking for more people to sign up and get involved. The registration fee is $30 for the 5K Run and $20 for the one-mile Doggie Dash. People can register at endurancesplits.redpodium.com/give-a-bark-5k-runwalk. All registered participants will receive a shirt, bib, and medal.
Whether you are out chasing down the finish line, casually walking the dog in the Doggie Dash, or pulling up a chair for a Draft House mimosa, PVAS hopes to see many out as they “Give a Bark” for PVAS pets on November 20.