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Doggie Dash

£14.99

You will receive 28 points for entering this challenge

RACE DETAILS

  • DATE: 26th August
  • WHERE: Anywhere
  • HOW: Run, walk or jog
  • DISTANCES ACCEPTED: 1k, 5k, 10k, 10 miles, half or full marathon

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Colourful Doggie Dash paw-shaped medal with ribbon
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Colourful Doggie Dash paw-shaped medal with ribbon
Doggie Dash
£14.99

DOGGIE DASH VIRTUAL RACE

DATE OF THE CHALLENGE: 26TH AUGUST

Bring your best mate along (lead optional for treadmills!) and celebrate World Dog Day with the Doggie Dash virtual race. Run, walk or hike any distance, anywhere, anytime on 26 August 2026 (or the week around it if that suits you better). Log your activity, upload your evidence, and we’ll post your colourful paw-print medal to your door. It’s the happiest way to get active and support dogs that need a little extra love.

WHO IS IT FOR?

  • Dog owners who love a scenic walk or run

  • Runners building back fitness with a fun goal

  • Families looking for an active day out

  • Anyone who wants a feel-good challenge that supports pups

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THE DOGGIE DASH VIRTUAL RACE

    • Celebrate World Dog Day while ticking off a fun fitness goal.

    • Any distance counts — from a 1-mile sniffari to a marathon-with-mutt.

    • Run or walk anywhere — parks, pavements, trails, treadmills or the beach.

    • Earn a limited-edition medal – a vibrant paw-shaped keepsake.

    • Support canine charities with optional donations or fundraising.

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

Run, walk or jog any distance, anywhere, anytime on the 26th of August – World Dog Day for the love of dogs. We also accept treadmill activities.

Once you have completed your challenge, upload a screenshot of your activity using our secure submission form here. 

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

All participants will receive a beautiful 3D zinc alloy custom shaped medal. The medal is in the shape of a paw print and features a dog running across the front.  

The medal allows comes with a matching  880mm x 25mm patterned ribbon with the text “I’ve Caught THE RUNNING BUG!” embedded on it.

 

Got A Question?

If you have a question, then our FAQs section is a great place to start. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Send us a message through our Contact Us page.

SHARE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Whether you’re a seasoned runner trying to smash a PB or a beginner looking for motivation to stay fit and healthy, completing a virtual race is a massive achievement. Sharing your activities, photos and the story behind your run on social media platforms is a great way to keep yourself motivated and encourages others. 

Delivery

UK DELIVERY

  • Royal Mail Tracked
  • Prices start from £2.85
  • FREE delivery on orders over £40
  • Tracking included

INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY

  • Royal Mail Tracked
  • Prices calculated at checkout
  • Tracking included
  • Delivery times vary by country

Photo Reviews

Real runners. Real medals. Real motivation.

 

“I love these virtual runs as I can’t travel and after being unable to run, these races encourage me to try again. I’m motivated and I feel great after I’ve done it”

Sharyn, UK

 

SUBMIT YOUR EVIDENCE AND EARN DISCOUNTS. LEARN MORE HERE

Frequently Asked Questions

A virtual challenge is done on a particular date or dates and sometimes at a specified distance. You can run, jog or walk, as fast or as slow as you like, anywhere you want. You’re in complete control. All participants will receive a medal. You can send your evidence after you have finished your challenge. Please contact us if you need more information about how virtual races work.  

Yes you can. However, please note that there may be increased postage charge as medals are sent at Royal Mail’s international rates. 

There may also be extra import duty and custom taxes depending on your country. The Running Bug is unable to advise on these charges as there differ from country to country. We recommend you contact your local tax office. 

Complete and attach your evidence to our secure submission form on our Submit Your Evidence page. You can take a screenshot of your activity from any running, walking or exercise app and attach it onto the form. We also accept camera photos of treadmill displays. 

We have a variety of medals available from aluminium, acrylic to wooden and hybrid.

We also offer more expensive 3D, custom-shaped medals made from zinc alloy and gold-plated. These types of medals come with stylish, printed ribbons.

Photos of our medals are usually on our product pages.  

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