Join us for the 24th Annual Tails to Trails Walk and 5K to benefit the Cocheco Valley Humane Society!  This is one of our favorite events, and this year Tails to Trails is bigger and better with it’s new location in downtown Dover and the addition of a 5K road race!  The event takes place this Sunday, April 29, 2018 from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM at Henry Law Park (1 Washington Street, Dover, NH).  The 5K road race is at 11:00 AM, and is open to runners and walkers (no dogs allowed on the 5K route).  The Dog Walk starts at 12:00 PM, and follows a half-mile loop through Henry Law Park.  The fun continues through 2:00 PM with activities for the whole family.  Be sure to stop by our friends’ booths, including Annabelle’s Kookies, Pet Paintings by Meredith Reynells, and Pampered Paws K9 Massage!

Registration for the fundraiser 5K is $25 and the Walk is $20.  Pre-registration through Granite State Racing is strongly recommended.  Prizes are available at the different pledge levels starting at $25!  If you are unable to attend the walk but want to support the shelter or if you don’t want to walk you can still make a direct donation to Tails to Trails, or support the fundraising efforts of one of the participating teams through First Giving.  For more information on the 2018 Tails to Trails Walk and 5K, including race map and directions, please visit cvhsonline.org.

Proceeds from Tails to Trails Walk and 5K benefit the animals at Cocheco Valley Humane Society (CVHS).  CVHS is dedicated to promoting the humane treatment of animals in Strafford County, NH and Southern Maine.  They are the temporary home for more than 1,500 surrendered, lost, abused, neglected, or unwanted animals each year.  More than just an animal shelter, CVHS is also a community resource for Strafford County and surrounding areas. Much of their work is providing programs and services that benefit animals and their humans including pet food assistance, humane education programs, and Safe Pets.  Safe Pets provides a temporary safety net for pets when their owners find themselves in a time of transition. Victims of domestic violence, those who must be hospitalized for an extended time, and even service people being sent overseas can call on CVHS to provide temporary care.  They are also proud partners in the Chris’ Pets for Vets program.  Thanks to your support of Tails to Trails, CVHS is able to provide animals with food, shelter, and medical care, giving them a second chance to find a loving forever home!