Kobi as a baby
It isn’t my birthday, but it is Kobi’s birthday today. Coincidentally, there is a fun run and half marathon on the same day. You would almost think I planned it that way, but it wasn’t entirely intentional.
I was never exactly certain about Kobi’s actual birthdate, but September 21 seemed close (based on the approximate age she was when I found her). I also liked that date as it’s nearly the equinox which is cool (not so cool that the days get shorter now). Turns out we also plan a community half marathon and fun run the third Saturday of every September and today’s event fell on the 21st.
How many dogs can say they have over 100 people, 25 dogs, and a trail run for a birthday party? I doubt too many and if they are out there, I’d love to hear about their parties!
Because I’m one of the race coordinators I wasn’t able to run the race, but Kobi did run the half marathon with her Godmother (yes, she has a Godmother) and they both had a great time and ran pretty fast too.
I had the best time cheering on other runners and walkers and would highly recommend any runners out there who haven’t volunteered at a race yet to do so. It is a lot of fun.
Happy second birthday Kobi!
Kobi and her post party nap
September 22, 2013 at 8:55 am
I would love to enter my dog in a race! I love these ideas.
September 22, 2013 at 9:12 am
It is so much fun to race with your dog! We had water bowls for the dogs at all the water stations and had post-run dog treats available for them. Everyone who completed the run or walk received a “dog tag” including the dogs (they can be attached to their collars). Lots of the little dogs that came out were even dressed up in costumes.
September 22, 2013 at 10:13 am
Getting dog tags is the best medal ever! It sounds like a well organized race.
September 22, 2013 at 2:07 pm
The dog tags are pretty neat and are nice quality too (stainless steel laser engraved). I like that people like them and the dogs can wear them too. Each year we’re more organized (this was our third year).