Event Information

Help America’s VetDogs make a difference in the lives of veterans and first responders by participating in the 11th America's VetDogs 5K Run & Dog Walk, now part of the Suffolk County Veteran Run Series!

This exciting event will take place in our hometown of Smithtown, NY, and dogs are welcome to accompany you on your run or walk. For those unable to attend in person, you can still make an impact by participating in the virtual run/walk!

Save the Dates:
In-Person Run/Walk: Saturday, September 27, 2025
 Virtual Run/Walk: Saturday, September 20, 2025, through Saturday, September 27, 2025.
All top runners in each age category will receive a limited edition America’s VetDogs medal!

Fundraise

We encourage all participants to ask family, friends and colleagues to sponsor your efforts.  For any questions, please contact  Kim Grossmann via email at kimberley.grossmann@guidedog.org or via phone at (631) 263-6835.

Learn more about our mission at www.VetDogs.org.

Race Packet Pick-Up
As our race moves to Smithtown, we're pleased to share that race packet pickup will take place on  Friday, September 26, 2025 from 12pm to 5pm at Smithtown Running Company, located at 91 E. Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787. 

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
 Location: Smithtown Running Company
Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Address: 91 E. Main Street, Smithtown, NY 11787


Join us in wearing red, white and blue!
Join us in wearing the colors of our nation – red, white, and blue –as we honor and support our veterans. Let's show our unwavering gratitude and patriotism for those who have selflessly served our country. Join us as we take steps to demonstrate our heartfelt appreciation and commitment to those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms.

 


11th ANNUAL 5K RUN & DOG WALK

SMITHTOWN, NY
 51 Lawrence Avenue Smithtown
Smithtown, NY US 11787


SEPTEMBER 27, 2025

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

7:30 am-Registration 
8:45 am-Family Fun Run & Dog Walk
9:00 am-5K Run & Dog Walk

 

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 Sponsors!

Legendary Sponsors:
Veolia

THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 Sponsors!

 

Legendary Sponsors:

Veolia
Spano Abstract Service Corp.

Liberty Sponsors:

CCP Solutions
D & B Engineers and Architects
Suffolk Credit Union
PSEG - Long Island 
RWT Productions  
Tayne Law Group
Suffolk OTB Regional

Justice Sponsors:

Jovia Financial Credit Union
DHC (2)

Independence Sponsors:

Clever Devices
Hub International
Copilevitz, Lam & Raney
Veterinary Center of East Northport
Anonymous Donor

Name a Puppy Sponsors:

CPL Christopher G. Scherer Semper Fi Fund
Westminster Strength and Conditioning
Greg Kline Foundation 

Please contact Kimberley Grossmann at Kimberly.Grossmann@VetDogs.org or call (631) 930-9053 for sponsorship opportunities.

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