Westfield Welcome has announced the second annual Dog Tag Dash 5K benefiting Hoosier Veterans and local shelter pets. Dog Tag Dash, presented by Centier Bank, features a 5K run/walk and a Dog Walk, both dog-friendly.
The race begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, at Grand Junction Brewing Co., 1189 E. 181st St., Westfield.
This unique event celebrates National Veterans and Military Families Month and supports a local organization within the Humane Society for Hamilton County called Pets Healing Vets. Pets Healing Vets aims to improve the emotional well-being of Hoosier Veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) by pairing them with carefully selected shelter dogs or cats in need of homes.
Dog Tag Dash will include a fun, competitive component allowing participants to choose a “team” and support the military branch they choose with a unique color shirt for each branch. In addition to the commemorative shirt, registration for the 5K will include a finisher’s medal, post-race snacks and drinks, one complimentary drink ticket (for those aged 21 and over), a timed route, and a chance to win age group awards. Grand Junction Brewing Co. will have food and drink available for purchase, so families and friends are encouraged to attend.
Westfield Welcome thanks Presenting Sponsor Centier Bank, as well as Cooper’s Water, Fleet Feet, Grey Matter of Carmel, Gu, MetroNet, Steve Oleksiw State Farm, Unique Home Solutions, and Vital Connection Chiropractic.
The cost to register will vary by date. To sign up, visit westfieldwelcome.com/dog-tag-dash.
About Westfield Welcome
Westfield Welcome focuses on community engagement and hospitality for residents, businesses, and visitors. As a department of the City of Westfield, Westfield Welcome hosts over 50 annual events and provides hundreds of volunteer opportunities yearly.