Is Doggie Dash a timed race?
Nope! Most participants enjoy a leisurely stroll.
When can I walk the course?
The Doggie Dash Portland course will be open from 9 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. Runners will lead the pack at 9 a.m. For your safety, attendees who wish to walk the course must do so by 10:15 a.m. The course will reopen to traffic and will not be monitored by course officials after that time.
The Doggie Dash Salem course will open for runners to line up at 9 a.m. Runners will start at 9:15 a.m., followed by walkers at 9:30 a.m. The course can be walked at any time during the event, but please note that the course will not be monitored after the initial wave of walkers has completed the course. Wayfinding signage will be taken down and by 1 p.m.
How do I collect my prizes?
Please visit the Fundraising Prizes page for all info about Doggie Dash prizes.
Are baby strollers, skateboards, or bicycles allowed?
Bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades, etc. are not permitted for safety reasons. Baby strollers are permitted.
Can I participate without a dog?
Yes! Doggie Dash is fun with or without a dog.
What are the leash rules?
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Leashes should be no more than six feet in length while on the course. For safety reasons, “extend-a-leashes” will NOT be allowed. OHS promotes a fear-free environment and asks that you not leash your dog to an e-collar, choke collar, or prong collar.
Do I need proof of my dog's vaccinations?
Participating dogs must be currently licensed and up to date on Parvo and rabies vaccinations. You do not need to bring vaccine records with you, but if an incident occurs you must be able to produce the records in a reasonable amount of time.
Are there restrictions on what dogs are allowed?
To keep this event safe for all, female dogs in heat are not permitted. We recommend that dogs younger than six months stay home. Doggie Dash officials reserve the right to refuse entry to any dog whose behavior could be dangerous to others. If you are unsure about bringing your dog, please take the “
Is Doggie Dash Right for My Dog?” quiz to determine what’s best for your pup.
Who is responsible for dog waste cleanup?
If you bring your dog(s), please be sure to clean up after them. This is important for health and safety on the course and in the park itself. Waste disposal cans will be provided. Some poo bags will be available at the event, but please come prepared and bring some of your own.
How do I log in to my fundraising portal?
After you've registered, you will automatically be logged in to the Doggie Dash fundraising website
(secure.oregonhumane.org/doggiedash). Whenever you need to log in, click the SIGN IN button at the upper right hand of the website home page. (If you are already logged in, this button will display your profile image instead of SIGN IN.)
How can I send a donation request or thank you email to my donors?
To easily send emails from your fundraising Dashboard, follow these steps:
1. Click the "Email" tab under your profile image.
2. Enter the email address of the person you want to thank. This can be manually entered or added from your "Contact Book".
3. Under the "Template" drop-down menu, select the type of email you would like to send. To ask for donations, select "Fundraiser Donation Request Email." To thank someone who has already donated to you, select "Fundraiser Donation Thank You Email."
4. Hit "Review Email."
5. A separate box will pop up. Then hit "Send Email."
To send emails from your standard email account, follow these steps:
1. Click the "Email" tab under your profile image.
2. Enter your email address.
3. Under the "Template" drop-down menu, select the type of email you would like to send. To ask for donations, select "Fundraiser Donation Request Email." To thank someone who has already donated to you, select "Fundraiser Donation Thank You Email."
4. Hit "Review Email."
5. A separate box will pop up. Then hit "Send Email."
6. Log in to your email account and open the email you just sent.
7. You can now forward this email to anyone in your address book, just remember to update the greeting for each individual you are contacting!
How do I add a livestream?
Add a Livestream:
Once you're ready to stream, follow the steps below to add your stream to your Doggie Dash fundraising page.
1. Log in to your Doggie Dash page, also known as your Dashboard:
2. Click "My Page" in the top navigation bar
3. Scroll up and hover over your site banner to reveal your edit options
4. Click "Add Livestream"
5. Choose your streaming service and enter your associated handle or direct URL to your video.
6. Choose whether to embed the chat feature along with your stream. The chat feature is available for Twitch and YouTube streams and allows your audience to interact with you.
7. Click "Add Livestream”
8. Reload the page to view your livestream!
Be sure to check out our comprehensive guide to livestreaming.
How do I enter Endurance Challenges?
On your fundraising page, click on the Endurance Challenges tab at the top menu.
Personalize your goal (optional).
Strava users:
- Click the orange “Connect with Strava” button and log in with your Strava credentials, then authorize Rallybound (the fundraising page) to connect
- Import the activities that you want to use in your Sweat for Pets challenge
- Check the box that says “Automatically post all imported activities to fundraiser feed” (otherwise, you’ll have to enter your workouts manually)
- The next time you workout with Strava, it will appear on your Doggie Dash page!
Non-Strava users:
- Click the blue “Enter Activity” button
- Choose your activity from the dropdown menu or type in alternate option below
- Log your distance and calories burned, as well as the date of your activity
- Check the box that says “Post to fundraiser feed”
- Click “Add Activity”
Please note: the Endurance Challenge tracker will not appear on your fundraising page until an activity is entered (synced or manual).
Do I have to register to attend Doggie Dash?
Registering for Doggie Dash helps animals, so we encourage all attendees to sign up so that together, we can have the greatest impact on animals and people in our community. However, we do not want the barrier of a registration fee to prevent anyone from attending Doggie Dash. Please note that some areas of the event, such as the walk/run and contests, are only accessible to registered attendees.
How do I make a donation during registration?
In Step 4 of Registration, you will see a button to "Add Donation to Start Fundraising." Click this and you’ll be prompted to enter your first donation amount. $50 will earn you the commemorative Doggie Dash 2025 t-shirt and will help OHS feed 25 shelter animals!
Someone else registered me for Doggie Dash. How do I log in?
If a friend registered you for Doggie Dash, you should receive an email at the address they provided for you. This email should contain instructions to set your own password. If you have questions or need help, please contact us at
doggiedash@oregonhumane.org.
How can I register additional participants, like my spouse, children, or friends?
The easiest way is to choose "Create Team" or "Join a Team" during registration. You will see a plus sign with "Add More Dashers" in the next registration step. Please enter a different email address for each person so they will be sent their own login info.
Children under 10 do not need to register and can attend for free. Same for canine participants!
If you registered solo but would like to join or start a Doggie Dash team, click “Join, Create, Switch Teams” from the checklist in your Doggie Dash portal (right side menu).
How do I switch teams or join a team?
All team management options can be found in the checklist menu on the right side of your fundraising portal. You can also select the option to leave your current team if needed.
What is my personal page URL?
A personal URL is a shortened web address that you can share to provide quick access directly to your fundraising page. If you would like to change your personal page URL, go to the My Page tab from your Dashboard.
How do I find a Dasher's personal page?
Click on the magnifying glass icon at the top of any page of the Doggie Dash website and enter a name in the prompt. If that person is a registered Dasher, their name will appear below the prompt field.
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Do I have to raise money to attend Doggie Dash?
There is no requirement to fundraise as an event participant. Funds raised for Doggie Dash help keep pets safe, protect animals from cruelty and neglect, provide access to critical veterinary care, and help spay/neuter both owned and community cats.
Can I raise money even if I can't attend Doggie Dash?
Absolutely! Attendance at at either event is not required to be a Dasher. You can raise funds from anywhere and do your own walk in support of animals at Oregon Humane Society – or you don’t have to walk at all!
What is the fundraising deadline for Doggie Dash?
You can continue fundraising – and earning prizes! – through June 18, 2025.
Online donations can be received until 11:59pm on June 18.
Offline donations must be received by OHS no later than 5 p.m. on June 18.
Offline donations made by check can be dropped off at the Portland or Salem shelter or mailed to:
Oregon Humane Society
Attn: Doggie Dash
1067 NE Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
With your offline donation, please include the
Doggie Dash Donation Form or a note with your name, address, and a request to add the donations towards your fundraising goal.
Where should I mail donation checks?
Please include the
Doggie Dash donation form. All donations should be mailed to:
Attn: Doggie Dash
Oregon Humane Society
1067 NE Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
What can I do if a check is written out to me personally?
If a donation check has been written out to you personally, you may endorse the back of the check and mail it in with a completed donation form to Oregon Humane Society.
How quickly can I expect a donation to post to my fundraising page?
Online donations should post immediately. Offline donations mailed or delivered to OHS may take up to 7 business days from time of receipt to post.
If you have questions about a donation being posted on your fundraising page,
contact us.
What is the OHS Tax ID number?
The Oregon Humane Society Tax ID number is 93-0386880.
A Tax ID number identifies Oregon Humane Society as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Many donors will request this number to validate their donation as tax-deductible.
All monetary donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Why are some of my donors not showing up in the Recent Donations list on my fundraising page?
Donors have the option to make their gift anonymously, so their name and/or gift amount may not appear in your list of donations.
Where can I find a list of the people who have donated to me?
Your most recent donations will appear on the right side of your fundraising page once you are logged in to the portal. To view a complete list of donors, select the "Reports" tab on your fundraising page dashboard. If you've participated in past years, you'll also see a list of your donors from past Doggie Dashes.
Can I ask a business for support?
YES! Individuals and teams that are soliciting support from a business (e.g. charity day/night, donation-based class, donation for raffle, etc.) should notify our
corporate partnerships team with the details. We want to ensure community businesses are not being over-asked, and we may even be able to help by promoting your fundraiser!
Can I have my prizes shipped to me?
Yes! For those who can't pick up your fundraising prizes, you can have your prizes mailed to you. More information coming soon!
How do I apply my employer’s matching gift to my Doggie Dash page?
How do I add a dedication when I make a donation?
When you make a donation online, you can designate what you want to appear as your recognition name on the participant's Honor Roll. This may be your name, or it could be something such as "From the whole Wolf family" or "in memory of Aunt Cathy." Make your selection under Display Name Options on the donation page.
Are donations tax-deductible?
All monetary donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Do all donors receive a receipt?
All donors who contribute by credit card online will receive an email statement of thanks from OHS. This gratitude includes their donation information and acts as a receipt.
If a Dasher receives an offline donation via check or cash, please be sure to include the Doggie Dash Donation Form when the donation is submitted to OHS so we can mail them a receipt. OHS cannot provide receipts bearing partial donor information.
For Canadian donations made online with a credit card, will the amount entered be in U.S. dollars?
Yes. For Canadian donations made online with a credit card, the amount entered in the online donation form will be in U.S. dollars.
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