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Dog-friendly trail race / Midwest

Candy Cane Course Ann Arbor Leashed-Dog 5K/10K/15K

Official RunSignup FAQ says leashed dogs are allowed and asks participants with dogs to start at the back of the pack.

Dec 12, 2026Ypsilanti, MISource reviewed 2026-06-22
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Primary source: RunSignup registration page

Source notes

Public source reviewed 2026-06-22. Check current leash, gear, wave, and registration requirements before signing up.

Participation rules

Official RunSignup FAQ says leashed dogs are allowed and asks participants with dogs to start at the back of the pack.

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.