Are you ready for PAWS for People’s 20th Anniversary WAG & Walkathon?
We are so excited to get started!
Learn more and register for 30 days walking, wagging, fundraising fun!
The WAG & Walkathon is PAWS biggest fundraising event of the year! People of all ages are invited to get pledges from their family, friends, and neighbors and come together to complete a cumulative marathon. Some create teams and others participate as individuals. The 2025 event celebrates 20 years of PAWS pet therapy and the funds raised will provide much-needed support for PAWS programs throughout the region.
What is a Cumulative Marathon?
The virtual, cumulative marathon allows you to log your 26.2 miles over 30 days and walk anytime, at your own pace – on your own, with a pet, or with friends. There has never been a easier way to complete a marathon! Simply log 26.2 miles between September 18 – October 18.
All participants have a customizable, personal fundraising page to share your PAWS story and why PAWS pet therapy programs are important to you. You can even include photos and videos! You can get all your steps and miles in and while raising funds to Keep PAWS on the Path of bringing the healing power of pet therapy to those in need throughout our community.
National Dog Show Continues its partnership with PAWS for People’s WAG & Walkathon
The 20th Anniversary PAWS for People WAG & Walkathon will once again feature The National Dog Show and The Kennel Club of Philadelphia as partners in the event. The partnership raised over $55,000 for the wide-ranging PAWS for People Pet Therapy programming in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey in 2024.
“This is one of the most dynamic therapy dog organizations that I have encountered,” said David Frei, expert analyst for The National Dog Show on NBC and a member of The Kennel Club of Philadelphia. “This partnership has elevated all parties and the great work they do with dogs and educating the public about responsible pet parenting.” Frei, founder of the well-known therapy dog organization Angel on a Leash, is one of the leaders of the modern therapy dog movement, opening up multiple New York City healthcare institutions to therapy dog visitation during his 29 years as the face and voice of The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
Learn more about the National Dog Show on our special National Dog Show Page!
PAWS Furry Fall Festival
Join us at Delcastle Park in Wilmington, DE for the PAWS Furry Fall Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10 AM – 1 PM. Rain or Shine!
Learn more and see the full day of event schedule on the PAWS Furry Fall Festival page!
Family-friendly fun, entertainment, food, vendors, and doggie games and contests will be featured.
Well behaved, licensed dogs are welcome to attend!
How to Get Started
- Register
- Fundraise – Set up your personal page and fundraising goal and share it with friends, family, and on social media.
- Walk or Run – Log your 26.2 miles between September 18 – October 18, 2025.
- Cross the Finish Line – Celebrate with us on October 18th at PAWS Furry Fall Festival at Delcastle Park in Wilmington, DE. This family friendly event is open to everyone and will feature doggie games & contests, children’s activities, food, music and lots of PAWS spirit.
Please note: Once you register, all other activities are optional. The way you participate is limited only by your creativity – have fun!
Registration
You may register yourself or multiple people and you can register as an individual or create a team!
Adults (13 & over): $20.00 (Register before 7/31 for this Early Bird price!)
Children (12 & under): $10.00
Event t-shirts will be awarded to participants who raise $150 by October 18.
Track Your Miles & Join the Leaderboard
The WAG & Walkathon Cumulative Marathon begins on September 18 and ends on October 18. Track your miles on your own anyway you like. Learn more.
Be one of the first 100 people to track and report 26.2 miles and you will receive the event sticker – perfect for your water bottle or laptop cover – to show off your accomplishment!
Check out the event leaderboard and learn how to be added.
If you, or a group you represent, are interested in volunteering at Furry Fall Festival Event on October 18, please email Kate Rosenthal (events@PAWSforPeople.org).