Are you ready for PAWS for People’s 2026 WAG & Walkathon?

Details coming in summer 2026 – we hope you can join us!
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 2026 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 17 – October 17.

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 2026 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 2025.

“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!