T-Minus Tails Wagging:
Strut your mutt. Show up for animals. Celebrate community!
The bow-WOW-walk is where Charlottesville comes together for a joy-filled morning of movement, connection, and compassion for animals and the people who love them.
This beloved, family-friendly event is dog-forward, community-powered, and designed for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re walking with friends, cheering on runners, or soaking up the fun with your kids and pups, the bow-WOW-walk is a celebration of wellness, togetherness, and care.
Events
5K Trail Run
Junior Dog Walk
Kids' Dash!
Think you’ve got what it takes to be Top Dog? Want to take your fundraising to the next level?
Peer-to-peer fundraising is one of the most powerful ways to make an impact! Rally your pack and compete for fun local prizes like gift cards to Great Outdoor Provisions, Dairy Market, Sal’s Italian, SunPins, and Southwest Mountains Vineyards, plus fitness classes from Relay Active, cycling perks from Pūrvelo, and of course, our coveted “Top Dog” award. Bragging rights included!
Why bow-WOW-walk Matters:
Every step taken and every dollar raised helps power the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA’s lifesaving work.
Your support fuels:
- Compassionate shelter care
- Lifesaving medical treatment
- Community programs that keep pets and families together
- Second chances for thousands of animals each year
Every wag. Every step. Every gift makes a real and lasting impact for animals and the people who love them. Join us!
