Posted By: Jessica Schulz
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!), an Austin based nonprofit group, partner with local running groups Team Spiridon, Hill Country Running Co., Bettysport and RuffWear to launch the “Jog-a-Dog” program.
Saturday runners can stop by APA! And pick up a four-legged running companion to accompany them to a nearby park. The program will keep the near 60 animals housed in the shelter active and happy, while encouraging runners to stay motivated.
Human participants get a 10 percent discount card at Bettysport and Hill Country Running Company and once they have run with 10 dogs, they get a $25 gift card for either of those stores. Special running leashes used in the program are donated by RuffWear.
APA! gathers animals from area shelters to make sure they are able to stay under their “no-kill” numbers. They hold national conferences about creating no- kill cities. APA! also hosts numerous adoption events partnering with local companies to promote services.
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