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Public source reviewed 2026-06-22. Check current leash, gear, wave, and registration requirements before signing up.
Source shows dogs run
Dog-friendly trail race / Northeast
America's VetDogs 5K Run and 1-Mile Dog Walk
Official RunSignup page lists 5k Run & Dog Walk and Family Fun 1 Mile Run & Dog Walk; page says participants can register to run or walk with friends, family, or furry companions.
Sep 26, 2026Smithtown, NYSource reviewed 2026-06-22
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Primary source: RunSignup registration page
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Participation rules
Official RunSignup page lists 5k Run & Dog Walk and Family Fun 1 Mile Run & Dog Walk; page says participants can register to run or walk with friends, family, or furry companions.
Check current leash, gear, wave, and registration requirements on the public source before signing up.
Prep for this event
A practical starter checklist for this listing. Confirm final rules on the organizer source before registering or traveling.
Open the current source
Use this page for discovery, then confirm the organizer's current dog rules, registration details, and safety requirements before signing up.
Check the eligible route
Confirm that dogs are allowed for the exact distance, wave, or route you plan to enter.
Prepare to pass cleanly
Practice short-leash passing, yielding on narrow trail, and moving around runners who may not expect dogs.
Bring a heat and paw plan
Carry water, a bowl, cleanup bags, and paw protection if the route includes hot pavement, gravel, or long exposure.