Frequently Asked Questions
What, when and where is Walk & Wag?
It's the greatest pup party of the year! Walk & Wag is Saturday, May 18th from 8am-1pm at Rolling Hills County Park in Ypsilanti. Register, fundraise for the animals, then celebrate your hard work on event day! Walk & Wag features a timed 5k race, 1 mile non-competitive fun walk, Kids' Dash and dog festival with games, activities, pet-themed vendors, food trucks, performances by the Super Collies and more.
Can I bring my pets?
Yes! Friendly, on-leash dogs are welcome. Dogs must be current on vaccinations, on a non-retractable leash, and not in heat. You are not required to bring vaccination proof with you, but you must be able to produce proof in a reasonable amount of time if an incident occurs. Dogs are welcome to participate in the 5k run, 1 mile walk and the many dog-friendly games: the lure course, agility course, Pawparazzi Photo Booth, "bobbing for weenies" and more! Owners are responsible for their dogs' behavior and for cleaning up after their dogs; waste bags will be provided throughout the park.
Are there any kids' activities?
Of course, it wouldn't be Walk & Wag without kids! Youth under 12 can register for FREE, participate in all event activities and earn an animal stuffie by raising at least $50 (which they can pick up at Walk & Wag). They can also run in the Kids Dash at 10:30am, which is a short sprint that ends with snacks and a special gift.
What does the 5k run look like and what are the age brackets for it?
See the 5k course map here. Brackets for the 5K run are: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. There are prizes for the top men and women in each bracket, and winners will be announced and posted after the race. You must check in at the Registration table no later than 8:30am, or attend the early registration event at HSHV on Friday, May 17th from 4-6pm.
What if I can't attend, but still want to raise funds for the animals?
Attendance is not required! You can register online (as a "Cat Napper") and use the website tools to raise funds, help the animals and earn fundraising prizes.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes: Your registration fee helps us pay for the event, and kicks off your personal fundraising! A $39 Walker Registration includes a Walk & Wag bandana and access to all Walk & Wag activities, contests, entertainment and complementary snacks and beverages.
A $59 Runner Registration includes all of the above, plus a runner's medal, timed race results and eligibility for a dri-fit athletic t-shirt milestone prize.
Youth under 12 attend for free! An adult must register first, and you will then be given the option to add Youth registrations to your account.
Do I have to register online?
No way! You can also download our registration form, fill it out, and either mail it or drop it off in person (along with any donations you receive) at HSHV. Mail to Attn: Walk & Wag, 3100 Cherry Hill Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Can I register for my kids?
Yes! Youth registrations (ages under 12) are free. First an adult must register, and you will then have the option to add Youth registrations to your account. You can also register on behalf of friends and family, and they will receive an email confirmation.
How do I fundraise?
We're with you every step of the way! When you register, you'll get a personal fundraising page to customize and email to friends, family, enemies, long-lost loves, anyone who loves animals! You can also post to social media, or fundraise offline. Find fundraising tips here, and click here to see the fundraising prizes you could win!
What do my fundraising dollars support?
Walk & Wag raises critical funds for the Humane Society of Huron Valley's life-saving programs, including cruelty investigation, wildlife rescue, medical treatment for shelter animals, foster care, Love Train transports, our community pet food pantry, pet assistance for seniors, humane education and more! Plus, you earn prizes for your fundraising.
How do I turn in cash and check donations?
Either bring them to Walk & Wag or to our early check-in event on Friday, May 17th 4-6 pm at HSHV. If you can't attend Walk & Wag, you can drop them off at the shelter or mail to: Humane Society of Huron Valley, Att'n: Walk & Wag; 3100 Cherry Hill Road; Ann Arbor, MI 48105.
How do I add cash and checks to my online total?
Log in to your Fundraising Dashboard, click "Donations" on the left hand side, then scroll down to add a cash or check donation. After you save, it should immediately show up on your page!
So I can win prizes for fundraising!
Yes! See the Prizes page for fundraising milestone prizes, plus the rewards for Top Individual, Top Team and Top Youth fundraisers! All donations must be submitted to HSHV by May 18th, 2024 to count toward your total.
What is the raffle? And did I win a raffle prize?
The raffle is a major annual fundraiser, and we draw winners at Walk & Wag on May 18th! Check out the Prizes page for details.
Where can I see photos that were taken at the event? How do I share photos I took?
You can post in our Walk & Waggers Group or upload pics to our online gallery! After Walk & Wag, we will post all photos to hshv.org/walkandwagphotos.