On the 16th of May, the 16th annual
Million Paws Walk will be trotting, wagging, barking, sniffing and licking its way from
Olympic Park. Expect a lot of territory to get marked.
Run by the
RSPCA, this communal four kilometre stroll acts as a fundraiser for the society's valuable work. Participants are encouraged to bring their pooches, although you don't have to have a dog to take part. (Other animals, however, are forbidden.) If you are planning to bring Fido, make sure to read
this guide first.
As
this video and
these photos from 2009 show, the Million Paws Walk offers a wonderfully social way for pets and their owners to exercise. Humans can chat with other humans; dogs can sniff other dogs; dogs can lick humans; humans can lick dogs; humans can lick humans; humans can sniff dogs; and other dogs can sniff the humans who are sniffing dogs. The possibilities are endless – and all of them are fun.
While it is possible to register on the day, signing up in advance – whether
online or
offline – is cheaper. The price is $15 for adults, $10 for concession, $7 for children (under-5s are free) and $35 for families.
If you're keen, you can set up your own
online fundraising page. Alternatively, you can make an
online donation.
For further information, consult the
FAQ.
