A posse of pooches will be taking their owners for a walk in aid of Bath Cats and Dogs Home’s annual Wag Walk on Sunday 17 May, and families across the region are invited to take part
Hundreds of dogs took part last year in the fundraising event which is sponsored by local practise Bath Vets. Walkers can complete a 2- or 5-mile walk, taking in Bath’s stunning skyline route.
This year, they’ll be joined by BBC presenter and celebrity vet Dr James Greenwood and his faithful Labrador, Oliver. James who presents The Pets Factor on CBBC says
“Oliver and I are delighted to be joining the other dogs and their owners walking to support Bath Cats and Dogs Home Wag Walk. I’m very aware of the valuable work the home does in rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals in need, so I’m looking forward to lacing up my trainers, grabbing the lead and getting out into the beautiful Bath countryside. Every pound raised will go towards supporting the animals at the home who desperately need our help.”
Walkers need to pre-register and there will be staggered group starts every five minutes for safety. Families are welcome to come along to the event, children just need to be accompanied by an adult, and owners bringing dogs need to be over 18
If you would like your dog to take part, it’s £15 to sign up the first dog and £5 for every dog after that. There is a sponsorship target of £50. Human beings accompanying dogs go free! However, if you are walking on your own there will be a £5 fee. There will be free parking at the home.
Participants will also receive their very own dashing doggie bandana to wear on the day and everyone will receive a tote bag filled with celebratory treats from Vet’s Kitchen once they’ve completed the walk.
The walk will be led and guided by event marshals. It will be fully sign-posted, and all walkers will be given a map so there is no fear of taking a wrong turn! It’s a busy day with lots of dogs so please do consider if the event is right for your pet.
Walkers and their canine chums are encouraged to stay after the walk for a picnic and to chat to newly made two legged and four legged pals once the Wag Walk is finished. For more information please head to www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wag-walk-2020-tickets-92331420765