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Event Info
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Join Us on Saturday, August 31 at Riverfront Park, Salem
Check out all the details for the day below so you can plan ahead and ensure you and your pup have the best possible experience while strutting your stuff for shelter animals in need.
Need more info? Please check our frequently asked questions (FAQs) or email the WillaMutt Strut Support Team.
Prepare for the Event
Registration
Your $35 registration fee includes a special edition t-shirt and a doggie bag of goodies. Kids 10 and under participate for free (does not include t-shirt or doggie bag). Register online or in person the day of the event.
Walk/Run/Strut
This is a family-friendly, group-friendly, and dog-friendly event, though dogs are not required to join in on the fun. The Willamutt Strut is an untimed event making it perfect for anyone, at any level of fitness—whether you're an avid runner or casual stroller. Walk, run, strut, or wag your stuff in our 5K or 1K route around Riverfront Park.
For the health and safety of all dogs and people participating in WillaMutt Strut, please observe the following rules for canines attending the event with you:
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Oregon Humane Society's first priority is the safety and health of pets, attendees, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and staff.
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Your $35 registration fee includes a special edition t-shirt and a doggie bag of goodies. Kids 10 and under participate for free (does not include t-shirt or doggie bag). Register online or in person the day of the event.
Day-of Registration
Day-of registration will be available at the event starting at 8:30 a.m. This year's WillaMutt Strut will take place on Saturday, August 31, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riverfront Park in Salem, Oregon.
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Day-of registration will be available at the event starting at 8:30 a.m. This year's WillaMutt Strut will take place on Saturday, August 31, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riverfront Park in Salem, Oregon.
Experience the Event
Walk/Run/StrutThis is a family-friendly, group-friendly, and dog-friendly event, though dogs are not required to join in on the fun. The Willamutt Strut is an untimed event making it perfect for anyone, at any level of fitness—whether you're an avid runner or casual stroller. Walk, run, strut, or wag your stuff in our 5K or 1K route around Riverfront Park.
The Festival
Open to all WillaMutt Strut registrants, the festival is a family and fur-family friendly event with local vendors, booths, and activities. Enjoy festive food trucks, a 21+ libation station, dog contests, music, and more!
Open to all WillaMutt Strut registrants, the festival is a family and fur-family friendly event with local vendors, booths, and activities. Enjoy festive food trucks, a 21+ libation station, dog contests, music, and more!
Event Schedule
- 8:30 a.m. – Registration and Check-In Opens
- 9 a.m. – Festival, Food Trucks, and Libation Station Open
- 9:30 a.m. – Runners Start
- 9:45 a.m. – Walkers Start
- 10:45 a.m. – Contests Begin
- Dog/Owner Look-A-Like Contest
- Doggie Musical Sit
- Treat Toss Tournament
- Doggie Leap Contest
- Peanut Butter Lick-Off
- 1 p.m. – Event Ends
Event Rules for Dogs
For the health and safety of all dogs and people participating in WillaMutt Strut, please observe the following rules for canines attending the event with you:- If your pet is displaying any signs of illness, please leave them at home or consult your vet before attending the event.
- Participating dogs must be currently licensed with proof of DHLPP and rabies vaccinations. You do not need to bring proof with you; if an incident occurs, you must be able to produce proof in a reasonable amount of time.
- For safety reasons, “extend-a-leashes” will NOT be allowed. Dogs must be kept on a regular leash at all times. Leashes should be no more than six feet in length while on the course or at the festival. This event gets very crowded and longer leashes can be extremely hazardous.
- The use of choke chains and prong collars are discouraged in alignment with our positive reinforcement training practices. Click here to read about why we discourage use of aversives.
- Female dogs in heat are not permitted.
- Race officials reserve the right to refuse entry to any dog whose behavior is observed to be potentially dangerous to others. Please use good judgment regarding the temperament of your pet so that this event will be safe and enjoyable for everyone.
- Dogs younger than six months should not participate.
- Be sure you and your dog are well-conditioned for this event, especially if you plan to run/walk.
Event Health & Safety Measures
Oregon Humane Society's first priority is the safety and health of pets, attendees, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and staff.- We are monitoring the weather closely. The festival will have kiddie pools and water stations, in addition to a First Aid booth sponsored by VCA Salem.
- If you have a smoosh-faced or young dog under one year old, consider skipping the walk/run and instead enjoy the festival.
- Costumes are cute, but they can be hot. OHS staff and volunteers will gladly assist if you need an extra set of hands to help put on or take off your pup's costume.
- Pavement, asphalt, metal, and even sand that have been heated by the sun can burn dogs' paw pads. Remember: if the surface is too hot for your bare hand or foot, it's too hot for your dog's feet.
- Please visit our website for more tips on staying safe in warmer weather.
- If your pet is displaying any signs of illness, please leave them at home or consult your vet before attending the event.
Event Info for Sponsors
Whether you are new to WillaMutt Strut or are one of many returning business partners or vendors of our largest consumer fundraiser in Salem, we can't wait to welcome you to this year's event!
