Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I can’t make it to the race, but would like to donate to the HTAF.
A: If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to the Seattle Animal Shelter, you can easily donate online using Active.com, or, you can send a check payable to: Help The Animals Fund/Furry 5K
Mail your donation to: Seattle Animal Shelter, 2061 - 15th Avenue West, Seattle, WA 98119
The Seattle Animal Shelter’s tax ID# is 91-6001275

Q: Is the registration fee for the whole family or per person?
A: The registration fee is per person. We do not offer a family registration fee. Registration fees are outlined here.

Q: Can I pick up my race packet and t-shirt before the race?
A: Yes, avoid the registration table crowds on race day by picking up your race packet which includes: t-shirt, bib number, goody bag and timing chip (if you are being timed) on Saturday, June 19. You can stop by the upper level of the Seattle Animal Shelter between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Please bring a photo ID and/or the e-mail confirmation you received if you registered for the race online.

All team captains are strongly encouraged to pick up their team members' race packets during this time. Please note that team captains are responsible for distributing the packets to their team members.

The Seattle Animal Shelter is located at 2061 15th Ave. West.
For directions and a map, click here.

If you have questions about early race packet pick up, please email registration@furry5K.com.

Q: I don't have a dog. Can I still participate in the Furry 5K?
A: Everybody is welcome to participate in the Furry 5K!

Q: I don't have a dog. Can I run one of the shelter dogs?
A: No. Only SAS Staff and SAS trained volunteers are allowed to handle shelter animals. All SAS volunteers are required to go through a certain amount of training before ever handling any shelter animals.

Q: I have a puppy that is not quite 6 months old but is very active. We would like to run him/her to the race. Would this be okay?
A: Feel free to bring your puppy to the race however you will need to participate in the walk and not the run. This regulation was established with your puppy's best interest and health in mind.

Q: Will there be shelter dogs at the race? We think it will be great to see all of the dogs that are available for adoption.
A: No. As much as we would to show off the dogs that are available for adoption at the race, the race atmosphere might be too stressful for our shelter dogs. We encourage you to stop by the shelter after the race to see what dogs are available for adoption. The shelter will be open that Sunday from 12 to 6 p.m.

Q: I have an animal {other than a dog} that I would like to bring. They get along with our family dogs as well as other dogs in the neighborhood so we don't think it will be a problem. Would this be okay?
A: We discourage bringing animals other than well-behaved, non-aggressive dogs to the Furry 5K. We cannot assume that all dogs at the race will respond well to other animals.

The event does benefit ALL ANIMALS at the Seattle Animal Shelter though!

Q: Can I use my in-skates or ride my scooter in the Furry 5K?
A: No. This is for the safety of humans and animals.

Q: Are baby strollers allowed in the Furry 5K?
A: Yes.

Q: I have a child, do I need to register them?
A: Yes, we ask that you do. This is a fundraiser so we hope that you will think of the registration fee simply as a donation to a good cause.

Q: How do I get to the race?
A: From North or South I-5, Go east on I-90. Take Exit 3 Rainier Avenue South. Turn right on Rainier Avenue and go 3.1 miles. Turn left on South Orcas street and go 0.9 miles. Continue onto Lake Washington Blvd. S. and go south for 600 feet to Seward Park. Additional directions can be found here.

Q: Is there parking in Seward Park?
A: No. You will need to park in the surrounding neighborhood. We encourage you carpool and arrive early as parking can be difficult.

Thank you again for supporting the Furry 5K!