Tails on Trails
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Event overview
Tails on Trails 2026 is a community fundraising run returning for a second year in support of the Humane Society of Kitchener-Waterloo and Stratford Perth. The event takes place on May 30, 2026, at Bechtel Park, Bridge Street West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The fundraiser has a goal of $10,000 and had raised $50 at the time of the listing. Nineteen participants were listed.
Race options and course
The event uses a 2.5 km loop in Bechtel Park. Participants can complete one loop for 2.5 km or two loops for 5 km. Available races and formats include:
- 5K Race (Canine + Handler) - timed, one person with one dog.
- 5K Race (Human only) - timed, individual without a dog.
- 2.5 KM Run / Walk (Canine + Handler) - untimed, one person with one dog.
- 2.5K Run/Walk (Human Only) - untimed, individual without a dog.
- Pup Run (Canine + Handler) - a 200 m untimed fun run.
Registration, fundraising and sponsors
Base entry fees listed in the event details include $50 + fees for the 5K canine and handler, $45 + fees for the 5K human only, $40 + fees for the 2.5K canine and handler, $35 + fees for the 2.5K human only, and $15 + fees for the Pup Run. Fundraising tiers are part of participation and offer prizes. Listed sponsors include Clean and Tidy, Civilian Screen Printing, and Running Room. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
