Mark your calendars!
Join us on Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day), from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Coldstream Park for Lexington Humane Society’s annual "Mutt Strut" Walk-a-Thon, proudly presented by Hunter Faulconer, and sponsored by MetLife Pet Insurance, Nancy Barron & Associates, Inc. Investments, The Campbell Family Senior & Hospice Pet Care Program of LHS, Hicks & Funfsinn, T-Fiber, The Dog Stop, and Traditional Bank.
This year’s Mutt Strut is more than just a walk—it’s a walk-a-thon fundraiser where individuals and teams come together to raise critical funds for animals in need. Participants are encouraged to set team/individual fundraising goals, rally support, and make a meaningful impact. The top three fundraising teams or individuals will win exciting prizes for their entire team!
*** TOP THREE FUNDRAISING TEAMS AS OF 5:00 PM ON SUNDAY, MAY 24TH WILL WIN THE FOLLOWING TEAM PRIZES:
*1ST PLACE*
• Four reserved VIP parking spots at Mutt Strut, located right next to the event entrance
• Exclusive VIP lounge area for your team - complete with a tent, table, chairs, table games, and cooler of water and gatorade
• One LHS “Relax with Rover” visit with puppies (or kittens!) to your workplace or social gathering
• Each team member may choose a photo of their pet to represent a specific month (larger picture at the top) in LHS’s upcoming 2027 Wall Calendar
• A private Ice Cream Social for up to 25 guests in Crank & Boom’s “Vault Room” at their Manchester Street location
*2ND PLACE*
• Four passes for admission to Kentucky Kingdom valid during the 2026 season
• Each team member may select a specific day for their pet's photo to appear in LHS’s 2027 Wall Calendar
• Four admission passes to LHS’s upcoming Doggie Paddle event on September 12, 2026
• A new trunk organizer filled with car essentials, dog toys, and dog treats
*3RD PLACE*
• One dozen delicious cupcakes from BabyCakes Cupcakes
• Each team member gets a free pet photo submission for inclusion in LHS’s 2027 Wall Calendar
• A six-pack of delicious cookies for your dog from Hound & Horse Bakery
This 1.5-mile walk-a-thon is all about having fun, getting active, and making a difference. Every dollar raised helps provide shelter, medical care, and adoption services to more than 4,000 animals each year—when they need it most.
Walk. Run. Fundraise. Save Lives.
Event Highlights
1.5 Mile Walk-a-Thon
Enjoy an untimed, one and a half-mile walk perfect for individuals, families, teams, and their dogs—all while raising funds to support lifesaving programs.
Fundraising Competition
Form a team or participate individually and compete to make the biggest impact! (Fundraising is not required to participate, but is encouraged!) Top 3 Fundraisers/Teams win cool prizes!
Activities & Entertainment
Enjoy a morning full of:
- Music
- Dog-friendly games
- Kid-friendly activities
- Raffles, contests, and prizes
- Face painting and caricature artists (for both dogs and their humans!)
- Meet adoptable animals and beloved LHS alumni
- Shop exclusive LHS merchandise at our mobile retail store
Vendor Booths
Support local businesses offering pet-friendly and human-approved goodies.
Food & Refreshments
A food truck will be on-site serving light morning fare, including coffee and pastries.