Unfortunately the race organizer had to cancel this event.
Did you know that our pets develop and die from the same cancers as humans? Brain, bone, blood, breast, lymph system, soft tissue, and skin cancers, as well as many lesser known cancers claim the lives of thousands of our pets each year. Cancer is now the #1 cause of death in dogs in the U.S. and the #1 cause of human deaths globally. Four Northern Virginia veterinary practices have joined forces with the Boo Radley Foundation to do something about this by establishing the first annual Paws to Cure Cancer in Pets and People 5K. Please join us and together, Let’s take a bite out of cancer!
The Boo Radley Foundation is a first of its kind 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit corporation established to promote medical research for diseases that are common to humans and our companion animals. Scientists have recently discovered that many of these diseases respond to treatment in animals in the same way that these diseases respond to treatment in humans. Because these diseases spontaneously occur in companion animals in the same manner that they occur in humans, studying and treating the diseases in a companion animal offers researchers a faster and more reliable path to new treatments for humans than the traditional research models. To learn more about the Boo Radley Foundation go to www.booradleyfoundation.org.
The race begins at 8:30 am at Fairfax Corner.
Race Registration:
5k: $35 until online registration closes on November 17 at noon. $45 during packet pick up and on race day.
Packet pick up: We are fortunate that several of the area Vetenarian practice are supporting the Paws to Cure Cancer in Pets & People 5k. There are four local vets that will be hosting packet pick up on Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19. Please indicate which of these practices you will be able to pick up your bib. Please note that your bib will only be available at the Vet practice you choose or you can pick it up race morning at Fairfax Corner starting at 7;30 am on the plaza.
Companion Animal Clinic: 10998 Clara Baron Dr. Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Friday, Nov. 18th Hours: 8:00am-7:00pm
Saturday, Nov. 19th Hours: 8:00am-1:00pm
Falls Church Animal Hospital: 1249 W. Broad St, Falls Church, VA 22046
Friday, Nov. 18th Hours: 8:00am-6:00pm
Saturday, Nov. 19th Hours: 8:00am-1:00pm
Centreville Square Animal Hospital: 14215L Centreville Square, Centreville, VA 20121
Friday, Nov. 18th Hours: 7:30am-6:00pm
Saturday, Nov. 19th Hours: 7:30am-1:00pm
Chantilly Animal Hospital: 13705 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy, Chantilly, VA 20151
Friday, Nov. 18th Hours: 7:30am-6:00pm
Saturday, Nov. 19th Hours: 7:30am-1:00pm
Awards: There will be trophies given to the top age group winners.
Swag: Participants who register before Novembe 15 will receive a commemorative race shirt. Additional shirt may be available on a first come first serve basis and will not be guaranteed. We have not forgotten about all your best pals! If you bring your dog with you to the race, you will be able to choose from a pink or blue bandanna for you best friend.