Fetch your sneakers and your furry friend to join more than 1,000 walkers at the seventh annual iWalk For Animals at Memorial Park’s Picnic Loop from 8-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, to support the efforts of the Houston SPCA.
There will be free microchipping for the first 200 pets impacted by Harvey on a first-come, first-served basis, 5K Canine Caper and 1K Pup Strut, special demonstrations, music and food trucks.
The pet-related contests will include Best Kisser, Best Costume and Pet/Owner Look-A-Like.
The even will raise funds to support the Houston SPCA’s lifesaving programs and services.
The dog-walking celebration is free. Festivalgoers can create their own fundraising page benefitting the Houston SPCA to share with friends and family by visiting www.iwalkforanimals.org.
Here is the schedule:
9 a.m. free microchipping for first 200 Harvey-impacted animals
9:15 a.m. – 5K Canine Caper
9:30 a.m. – 1K Pup Strut
10 a.m. – Disc Dog performance
10:30 a.m. – Pet contests