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7th Annual Barky Pines Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk

location_city Royal Palm Beach

location_on Florida

flag United States

calendar_today 07 Feb, 2026

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About the Event

We are so excited to announce our 7TH  Annual Puppy Love 5k Race and Walk. FEB 07,2026

Thank you so much for joining us! Your support means the world to us and the animals we rescue. You are running/walking for THEM!  The race will be held at Commons Park, located at  11600 Poinciana Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

TIMELINE:

If you haven't already, please register your pet. We want to be sure to have their packets ready too. If your pet is participating in the costume contest, be sure to sign up for them either at early check-in or when you arrive on race day. You get your costume contest voting sheet at the registration booth to choose your favorite dressed up pet!

If you haven't told your family, friends, and neighbors about the race, please do! Share on social media using the hashtag #puppylove5k

Group formation is made available and provides discounts for groups of over four.

Along with the Pet Costume Contest, come early and visit with adorable and adoptable pets.

Take a chance on the AMAZING raffle prizes that sponsors donated. Visit our sponsor's booths. Have some fun with photo opps ad be sure to see our Race photographer Leonard Bryant for amazing photos. Race warm up. Enjoy music by DJ RIZZ and our Emcee  will keep you motivated!

 

VIRTUAL RACE: For those wishing to do a virtual race at your own pace.

FUN RUN/WALK (WITH OR WITHOUT PETS):  no pressure and those wishing to dress up their pet and take them on a stroll - come as you are! 

We will have a pet costume contest and fun photo ops, along with raffle prizes for the winners!

Of course, Barky Pines' finest adoptables will be available for adoption! 

With each race we learn and strive to put on a better event each time.  Course maps will be sent to all participants prior to race day, please familiarize yourself with this beautiful park trail. Please also watch for signs and volunteers guiding you. Most of all, HAVE FUN! It's all about pets! 

Any questions, please feel free to email, call or text 561.402.1451.

Thank you so much,

Elizabeth & Barky Pines Crew

*Barky Pines is an animal rescue and sanctuary located in Loxahatchee, Florida. It is their mission and goal to save those who would otherwise be euthanized at our County shelter. To face the pet overpopulation through a systemic approach of rescue, adoption, education, and of course spay/neuter. Providing low-cost, or free, veterinary care to keep more pets at home.

ASK US HOW YOU CAN SPONSOR A FREE SPAY OR NEUTER 

Registration CH44145 A copy of the official registration and financial information may ne obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state

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7th Annual Puppy Love 5k Virtual Run

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7th Annual Puppy Love Pet Registration

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TIMED RACE 7th Annual Puppy Love 5k

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Royal Palm Beach.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 16.5° / 25.7°
wb_sunny 16.0° / 25.0°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 11.8 /
water_drop 74.9%

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