Paws for the Cause 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk
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Paws for the Cause 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk
Paws for the Cause is a pet-friendly running and walking event held in partnership with The Gazette and the City of Medina to benefit Medina County SPCA. The organizer lists the event date as October 23, 2027. The event raised participation in past years, drawing over 250 participants and nearly 100 pets in 2025.
Distances offered:
- 5K run
- 1-mile walk
Standard registrants receive a t-shirt and pets receive a bandanna; t-shirts for late registrations cannot be guaranteed. Awards are given to top finishers in the 5K across all age groups, and there is an award for the first dog. All dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 ft at all times; retractable leashes are not allowed.
Registration pricing by date is provided as follows: early registration through 8/31 is $30, standard through 9/30 is $35, late through 10/17 is $40, and day-of-race registration is $45. All proceeds benefit animals served throughout Medina County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
