Name: Doggy Dash 5K
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Dexter

About the Event

In honor of Anders Elmblad, we are proud to host the 3rd Annual Doggy Dash 5K.

Anders passed away in 2024 at the age of 25 after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. During his time at Michigan Medicine, the therapy dogs brought him comfort, companionship, and moments of joy. To honor Anders’ life and continue his legacy, we are raising funds to sponsor a new therapy dog at Michigan Medicine through the Paws4Patients program. All proceeds from this event will directly support that mission.

This year’s race features chipped timing, but participants of all ages, paces, and abilities are welcome—whether you choose to walk, jog, or run. Strollers, children, and of course, furry friends are encouraged to join the fun!

We are grateful to Ann Arbor T-Shirt Company for once again generously donating the first 100 event t-shirts. After those are claimed, 50% of all t-shirt sales will continue to benefit Paws4Patients, and the online store will remain open well beyond race day. In addition, Lara Elmblad has created custom dog bandanas and dog stuffed animals which will be available for purchase during registration and on race day. Pre-order online sales for t-shirts, bandanas, and dog stuffed animals will close on Friday, September 11th.

Water and bananas will be available along the course. After the race, participants can enjoy baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, and dog treats available for purchase, with proceeds supporting the fundraiser.

Please note: Hudson Mills Metropark charges a $10 vehicle entry fee unless you have a Metroparks annual pass.

Thank you for helping us celebrate Anders’ life while supporting the healing impact of therapy dogs for future patients and families.

Races Offered

Doggy Dash 5K

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

10:00

sell

$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Dexter.

thermostat Temperature

13.9° / 24.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

12.9° / 23.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 32m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.4 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

72.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:15

nightlight Sunset

19:43

About Dexter

Learn more about the host city, Dexter.

Dexter is a city in Washtenaw County, Michigan, in the United States. As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 4,500.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Doggy Dash 5K.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Samuel Schechtman	M	40	Barton Hills, MI	17:52.96
🥈	Meg Rolfzen	F	32	Ypsilanti, MI	20:49.23
🥉	Jason Szatkowski	M	26	Irving, TX	21:55.6
4	Brendan Williams IV	M	15	Howell, MI	22:33.3
5	Kenny Zimmerman	M	30	Ypsilanti, MI	23:10.54
6	Eric Breese	M	27	Ann Arbor, MI	23:21.3
7	Paul Picton	M	56	Ann Arbor, MI	23:29.76
8	Julius Sawyer	M	48	Ann arbor, MI	23:29.93
9	Alyse Guenther	F	30	Ann Arbor, MI	23:36.41
10	Dmitriy Kuznetsov	M	52	Northville, MI	23:49.91
11	Sokheng Nov	M	23	Roseville, MI	23:51.87
12	Dana Falk	F	51	Plymouth, MI	25:22.14
13	Therese Rosell	F	27	Wolverine Lake, MI	26:19.84
14	John Szatkowski	M	58	Arlington, VA	26:48.01
15	Craig Kreger II	M	16	Ann Arbor, MI	26:48.58
16	Ciara Witt	F	30	Ann Arbor, MI	27:32.05
17	Andrew Mooradian	M	51	Northville, MI	27:56.75
18	N. Geml	M	9	Brighton, MI	28:01.51
19	Donald Geml	M	41	Brighton, MI	28:02.2
20	A. Williams	F	8	Howell, MI	28:56.51
21	Susie Szatkowski	F	63	Arlington, VA	29:12.49
22	Ryan Bouchard	M	39	Ann Arbor, MI	31:43.38
23	Steve Vozar	M	39	Dexter, MI	31:45.44
24	Alyssa Skulborstad	F	39	Ann Arbor, MI	31:45.68
25	Lee Dobryden	M	39	Ann Arbor, MI	32:05.66
26	Irma Hamilton	F	39	Roya, MI	32:29.16
27	Marlyn Zerbock	F	23	Ann Arbor, MI	32:57.32
28	Dawn Scripps	F	47	Howell, MI	32:57.95
29	Ashley Hogan	F	39	Milford, MI	33:51.8
30	A. Hogan	F	6	Milford, MI	34:18.5
31	R. Hogan	F	8	Milford, MI	34:19.8
32	L. Hogan	M	3	Milford, MI	34:22.56
33	Ryan Hogan	M	41	Milford, MI	34:26.41
34	Frank Maue	M	35	Royal Oak, MI	36:35.9
35	Douglas Webber	M	50	Brighton, MI	37:07.93
36	Laura Bates	F	45	Pinckney, MI	37:33.97
37	Astrid Haakonstad	F	49	Belleville, MI	37:52.56
38	Kelly Pappas	F	38	Plymouth, MI	38:45.96
39	Ilyse DeNike	F	36	West Bloomfield, MI	39:16.47
40	Claudia Lalancette	F	55	Canton, MI	39:26.54
41	Craig Kreger	M	47	Ann Arbor, MI	41:15.59
42	Stephannie Seidl	F	60	Dexter, MI	44:42.97
43	Scott Williams	M	38	Ann Arbor, MI	46:29.16
44	Theresa Haines	F	62	Northville, MI	47:32.74
45	Shane Cowger	M	49	Howell, MI	48:59.92
46	Alicia Williams	F	48	Howell, MI	49:12.18
47	Jillian Marshick	F	26	Haslett, MI	50:02.88
48	Rachel Fillip	F	26	Novi, MI	50:05.69
49	Robert Marshick	M	64	Novi, MI	50:05.86
50	Lori Marshick	F	63	Novi, MI	50:07.33