Kara's Mutt Strutt K9 5K
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Kara's Mutt Strutt K9 5K - Middletown, OH
Kara's Mutt Strutt K9 5K is a community run/walk held on April 18, 2026, at The Windamere event center in Middletown, Ohio. The event includes a timed 5K run/walk and a not-timed dog walk. Restrooms and the after-party are located inside The Windamere.
- 5K run/walk
- 1.5 mile dog walk (not timed)
Proceeds from the event will go to a Friends and Furballs Fund to support the Dog Days Downtown Festival and other pet-related projects that benefit Middletown animals. Race shirts are available for humans for $10; shirt orders require signup by April 3.
Awards are reserved for canine participants. First through third place awards will be given in two weight divisions: under 50 lbs and over 50 lbs. All four-legged participants receive an official participation award.
Dog participation requirements include a leash no longer than 6 ft, friendly behavior with other dogs, up-to-date vaccinations, and not being in heat. The event page lists pricing tiers for registration and notes an after paw-ty at The Windamere following the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.