Puppies and Patriots

Saturday, March 11, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM EST

Seneca, South Carolina

$21.10–$36.55 · 4 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the heartwarming Puppies and Patriots event on Saturday, March 11, 2023, in Seneca, Oconee, where compassion and community come together to support a noble cause! This uplifting day is dedicated to raising funds for Service Dogs for Veterans, an organization that rescues shelter dogs and trains them to assist military veterans in need. Starting at 9:00 AM, the event kicks off with an exciting 5K race on the beautiful campus of Clemson University. Participants can bring their furry friends along for a fun-filled day, and every dog will have the chance to earn a special prize!

Not only will you enjoy a spirited race with awards for overall and age group winners, but you’ll also have the opportunity to meet veterans and their service dogs, who will be our honored guests. Whether you choose to run, walk, or support a participant, your involvement will help make a difference in the lives of those who have served our country. Don’t miss out on this chance to create lasting memories while supporting a worthy cause! Be sure to register early to secure your spot and receive your event shirt. Let’s make Puppies and Patriots a day to remember!

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Races

Puppies and Patriots 5k

Incl. $1.25 Fee & T-Shirt

The course is a mix of road, trail, and cross country and provides a semi-challenging course around the Snow Property on Clemson's campus. Top 3 overall and top 3 age-group winners, both male and female, will receive prizes!

8:15 AM EST

$26.25

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Puppies and Patriots Dog Walk

Incl. $1.10 Fee & T-Shirt

This walk is a fun, low competition walk for those who don't want the pressure of a 5k but want to participate. The walk is about 2/3 of a mile.

9:00 AM EST

$21.10

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Puppies and Patriots 5k AND Dog Walk

Incl. $1.55 Fee & T-Shirt

8:15 AM EST

$36.55

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Puppies and Patriots Virtual Race
Virtual

Incl. $1.55 Fee & T-Shirt

Participate in Puppies and Patriots from anywhere! Simply sign up, and we'll mail you a race packet with a shirt, medal, bib, and any other swag in person runners receive. Note: Virtual racers are not eligible for overall or age-group prizes.

9:00 AM EST

$36.55

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Organiser's description

Join us to celebrate and provide financial support to Service Dogs for Veterans. This organization rescues shelters dogs and trains them in partnership with a military veteran in need. 100% of proceeds go directly to Service Dogs for Veterans sd4v.org

This is an event for everyone, including Dogs! Completing the walk earns your four-legged friend (if you choose to bring your pup) a prize of their own. The 5k race, on the campus of Clemson University will have awards for overall and age group winners. Additionally, top individuals will receive special recognition at the post-race awards. The 5k kicks the event off at 9:00 am and the full schedule for Puppies and Patriots is detailed below.

Veterans and their service dogs will be in attendance as special guests of honor. Please register for the races, attend in person to support the charities or sponsor a runner to make this event a day to remember!

Note: To be considered for chip timing in the run, registration must take place before Friday, March 8 at 8am. To guarantee correct shirt size, registration must take place by Friday, March 1 at 12pm.

Note: In the event of weather or other unforeseen circumstances, Puppies and Patriots cannot be rescheduled. We cannot offer refunds, but shirts and medals will still be available to all registrants.