A Walk Worth Barking About

Join hundreds of animal lovers for a day of community, compassion, and lifesaving impact.

Join us on Sunday, October 11, 2026, for the Heart & Sole Walk for Animals, the Potter League for Animals' signature community fundraising event.

This beloved, dog-friendly tradition brings together hundreds of animal lovers, their families, and their pets for a day of fun, community, and compassion—all in support of homeless animals.

Whether you're walking with your dog, your family, your friends, or in honor of a beloved companion, every step and every dollar raised helps provide shelter, medical care, behavior support, and second chances for thousands of animals each year.

Event Details

Sunday, October 11, 2026
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Fort Adams State Park
Newport, Rhode Island
Rain or Shine

What to Expect

Spend the day enjoying one of Rhode Island's favorite dog-friendly events, featuring:

• A scenic walk along Narragansett Bay
• The Flealess Marketplace with local vendors and exhibitors
• Family-friendly activities
• Food and refreshments
• Music and entertainment
• Fundraising contests and prizes
• And plenty of fun for people and pets alike!

Why We Walk

The Heart & Sole Walk for Animals is the Potter League's largest peer-to-peer fundraising event. Every dollar raised helps provide shelter, veterinary care, enrichment, behavior support, adoption services, and community programs that improve the lives of animals across Rhode Island.

Together, we're creating brighter futures for animals who need us most.

Join us for the 36th annual Heart & Sole Walk for Animals! Register today, start fundraising and turn your steps into support for animals throughout our community.

About the Heart & Sole Walk for Animals

Join Rhode Island's largest Pet Walk to support lifesaving care for animals in need. The Heart & Sole Walk for Animals is a beloved tradition. In addition to raising essential funds to support our lifesaving work, it’s an opportunity for animal lovers to join together in creating a more humane Rhode Island for people and pets alike.

Your participation and fundraising for the Heart & Sole Walk for Animals helps the Potter League care for thousands of homeless animals each year and gives them the second chance they need and deserve. Our goal is to raise $100,000 to help every animal receive the very best care and find a loving home. 

Register today! There is no registration fee to attend. All walkers are encouraged to fundraise or make a donation to the Walk to help us reach our goal and make a difference in the lives of homeless animals.

Once registered, you have the option to create your personalized fundraising page and send the link to friends and family, asking for their support.

Event Activities begin at 11:00 am

• Flea-less Vendor & Sponsor Market 
• Agility Course
• Pet Contests
• Potter Alum Pet Parade and Crowning of King and Queen
• Pet Art and Activities
• Kid's Activities and Face Painting
• Music
• Walk kicks off at 12:30 pm
• Food Trucks and Refreshments
• Top Fundraising Awards

View all Event Details here.

Help save the animals!
The Potter League is committed to delivering our mission and our best to the community, no matter what. By participating in our walk with your dedication, inspiration, and generosity, you are helping us move forward with our daily vital care for animals and the people who love them. You are the heart and soul of the Potter League.