Blue Dog Rescue 5K

This was our second year to participate in the Blue Dog Rescue 5K . I really love this event. It raises money for a good cause and encourages people to get out and do something active with their pooches.

Last year Eden and I walked almost the entire event with Iggy and Kent. Iggy was a bit out of shape and over weight and barely able to walk the 3.2 miles. This year, however, Eden and I decided to let Kent and Iggy walk and we would race the event. We wanted to see if Eden, at 12 years, still had it in her. Let me report, that if I am that fast at 65 or whatever she is in dog years I'll be winning my age group at all my races. Eden ran a 24:21 but since my chip time showed me at 24:05 then she probably crossed the line a sec behind me. That is a sub 8 min/mile time! Go Eden!

We won 5th doggie and hardware! Actually, we got a free dental cleaning but let me tell you, she needs that more than a medal!

Eden's brother, Karma, got 2nd Doggie, over all, with a time of 21:29, I think. Talk about fast! Way to go Karma!

Kent and Iggy and our new foster, Cricket, kicked butt running almost the entire way. They didn't place but to see Iggy, a year older and moving so much better than he did last year is a testament to healthy eating and exercise.

The volunteers were wonderful, the run was well supported and everyone had a great time. Thanks to Blue Dog for such a wonderful event!

Eden's friend Diva having fun!

Run For The Rovers ...Let's Run (or walk)

Hey All,

Who would be interested in getting together a group to run (or walk) this Sun at the annual Blue Dog Rescue Run For the Rovers? I'd love to see everyone. Last year Mike and Karma got 5th place and they are coming back to try and take first! We can help to cheer them on!

Here are the details- (send me an email if you have an interest in hooking up and we can make plans marlawanda@gmail.com )

Thank you for joining us for Blue Dog Rescue's first annual Run for the Rovers5K last year. This year, we're back again with an improved course and a Kids'1K so you can bring the whole family! Please join us on Sunday, May 27th, andhelp us make the second annual Run for the Rovers 5K an even bigger successthan last year's race.

If you register online by this Friday, you'll save $5 on your 5K entry fee. Allproceeds from the event benefit Blue Dog Rescue.When: Sunday, May 27, 2006, 8:30 am (5K), 8:00 am (Kids' 1K)Where: Williamson County Regional ParkWhat: 5K run/walk and Kids' 1KRegister today at http://www.bluedogrescue.com/

===Race Details===

Prizes go to the top overall female and male and the top 3 females and males from each age group (13–20, 21–30, 31–40, 41–50, 51–60, and over 60). Prizes include gift certificates to local businesses, veterinary care, heartworm andflea preventative, and more!

The race is primarily for human participants, but you can register your canine family members for the run as well. Each dog receives a goody bag, and the top5 dogs win prizes. All dogs must be spayed or neutered, current on vaccinationsand rabies shots, well-socialized, and on standard 4- or 6-foot leashes (noretractable leashes). One canine per person please.Entry fees:* 5K: $25* 5K with Dog: $30* Kids' 1K: $10