20th Annual Run for the Paws
Event Date
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Event Address
Paradise Coast Sports Complex
3940 City Gate Blvd. North
Naples, FL 34117
Vendor Application
Click below to sign up as a vendor at this year’s event!
Please note: vendors at Run for the Paws are not permitted to sell items. However, you are encouraged to share free samples, promotional items, or informational materials with attendees.
Join the race to help shelter animals by participating in Patty Baker Humane Society Naples’ 20th Annual Run for the Paws 5K, presented by Subaru of Naples! Thousands of human participants and their canine companions have taken part in this race, providing our community with a healthy and fun event that gets bigger and better every year.
New this year: Raise Funds. Save Lives. Win Prizes. Fundraise as an individual or a team for a chance to win amazing prizes!
Located at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex for the second year, the scenic flat course ensures that first-time walkers and runners can comfortably participate alongside more experienced runners. View the course map here.
PBHSN will be collecting donations for our pet food pantry at this year’s Run for the Paws 5K! Please consider bringing a bag or cans of pet food on race day to help support our community’s pets in need. Your generosity makes a difference! Donations will be collected by the check-in tent.
Race Packet Pick-up
It is strongly encouraged that you pick up your packet early.
- When: Friday, January 23, from 8:00am-6:00 pm
- Where: Patty Baker Humane Society Naples, 370 Airport Pulling Road North, Naples, FL 34104 – Look for the PBHSN branded tents
- Packet pick up on Race Day will begin at 7:00 am (60 minutes before race start) at the race check-in point at Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Please try to pick up in advance.
Registration Cost
- $30/person ($35 if you register after January 7, 2026)
- $25/child (ages 12 and under)
Registration Includes: Run for the Paws T-Shirt* and Finishers Item
*T-shirts are guaranteed only for participants who register by January 7, 2026. Registrations received after this date are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Event Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Race Information
Q: Will all event participants receive a t-shirt?
A: T-shirts are guaranteed only for participants who register by January 7, 2026. Registrations received after this date are not guaranteed a shirt. We will have them available at packet pick-up at our Patty Baker Humane Society Naples main shelter (370 Airport Pulling Rd. N) and onsite the morning of the race.
Q: I was unable to pick up my t-shirt and goodies. Will you mail it to me?
A: Because of the costs and logistics in mailing out shirts, we will not mail out any shirts. You may pick up your shirt during our Packet Pickup. In addition, you may have someone else pick up your shirt on your behalf.
Registration & Fundraising
Q: How do I register myself or others for the race?
A: Register here.
Q: Do I need to pay a registration fee for my dog?
A: No! Our canine guests are free, but we do limit no more than one (1) dog per registered participant. Dogs must be on a leash (retractable leashes prohibited) and up to date on all vaccinations and records. Failure to adhere to this policy may result in being asked to leave the event with no refund issued. For the safety of all human and non-human participants, those running with pets are asked to start the race at the back of the pack.
Q: I registered for the event but can no longer attend. Can I get a refund?
A: Because our registration fees help cover our event costs, we are unable to issue any refunds for any reason (including but not limited to: illness, cancellation of event due to weather, family emergency, etc.).
Q: What does my registration fee cover? If I am fundraising for this event does it count towards my goal?
A: Your registration fee covers our costs associated with putting on the event, such as a t-shirt and event logistics. In order to encourage additional fundraising to help shelter pets, we DO count the registration fee towards your fundraising goal!
Pet Questions
Q: Can I bring more than one dog?
A: For the safety of all animals and humans, only one dog per human is allowed.
Q: What type of leash should I use?
A: Only non-retractable leashes are allowed at the Run for the Paws 5k.
Q: Are dog strollers allowed?
A: YES but dogs must still wear a non-retractable leash in case they jump out.
Q: May I bring a cat if they are in a carrier/stroller?
A: You may, however, we discourage owners from doing so. With many dogs in attendance, the environment is very stressful for most cats.
Q: Do runners with pets start at the same time as other runners?
A: Yes. However, for the safety of all human and non-human participants, those running with pets are asked to start the race at the back of the pack.
Individual and Team Fundraising
Raise Funds. Save Lives. Win Prizes.
Patty Baker Humane Society Naples’ lifesaving work is only possible because of the support and funds raised by animal-loving community members like you! By fundraising, you can help us save homeless pets, prevent pet overpopulation through free spay/neuter, provide under-resourced communities with important resources and raise awareness.
How To Set Up a Team or Individual Fundraiser
Step 1: Visit runsignup.com to register
Step 2: Register yourself as an individual for the race
Step 3: Check the waiver agreement
Step 4: Become a Fundraiser. In order to join a fundraising team or create your own, you must first make an individual fundraiser.
Step 5: Sign up to become a fundraiser. This is your final step if you are interested in only becoming an individual fundraiser. Set your fundraising goal, custom URL (what you will send or post for people to donate to your fundraiser), and write a story about why you are fundraising. Your story will be displayed on your personal fundraising page. If you are creating a team fundraiser or joining an existing team fundraiser, please continue on to step 6 after completing step 5.
Step 6: Create a team fundraiser or join an existing team fundraiser. If you are joining an existing team fundraiser, please search for it using the drop down feature. If you are creating a team fundraiser, select (New Team Fundraiser) from the drop down, toggle the switch to yes, and continue to step 7.
Step 7: Set up your team fundraiser. Choose your team fundraiser name, set your fundraiser goal, and write your story which will be displayed on your fundraising page.
Fundraising Prizes
1st Place – FC Naples VIP Package (for up to 10 guests)
- The first-place fundraising team will be treated to the ultimate FC Naples experience. Ten guests will receive premium seats in Section 4 to cheer on the team with fantastic views of the match. During the game, your team will be recognized on the jumbotron for your incredible support. Afterward, you’ll enjoy an exclusive post-game VIP experience, including the chance to meet players, coaches, and more.
2nd Place – Naples Zoo Private VIP Experience (for 4 guests)
- The second-place fundraising team will enjoy an exclusive VIP adventure at the Naples Zoo. Four guests will embark on a private golf cart tour through the zoo grounds, learning about its rich 100+ year history as both a botanical garden and wildlife haven. The experience includes a private tortoise encounter, where you’ll meet giant tortoises up close and enjoy a personalized session with a conservation educator and animal care specialist. You’ll also receive express entry and front-row seats for the Primate Expedition Cruise, a narrated twenty-minute boat ride featuring siamangs, gibbons, colobus monkeys, spider monkeys, and lemurs living on the Zoo’s islands. To top it off, your team will have the chance to hand-feed the Zoo’s majestic giraffes for an unforgettable memory.
3rd Place – Patty Baker Humane Society Naples Shelter Experience (for up to 5 guests)
- The third-place fundraising team will dive into a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience at Patty Baker Humane Society Naples. Up to five guests will spend the day behind the scenes with our shelter dogs, creating and delivering enrichment activities to keep them happy and engaged, joining in playgroups, and meeting some of our Orange-level pups who need extra training support. Our behavior team will also guide you through small group lessons, teaching essential skills like loose-leash walking, “sit,” and “stay,” before giving you the chance to practice with our dogs. This unique experience combines learning, play, and the joy of helping dogs in need—a tail-wagging adventure your team will never forget!
Sponsorship Opportunities
In addition to supporting a lifesaving cause, sponsors love our annual Run for the Paws 5k because it offers a unique and meaningful way to connect with fellow animal lovers. The PAWS 5K offers a valuable marketing opportunity for both pet-friendly businesses and any company which wants to network with pet-owners. View our sponsorship opportunities.
For more information or to set up a time to discuss further, please reach out to Patrizia Vila at patrizia.vila@pbhsnaples.org.
Thank you for supporting the 19th Annual Run for the Paws 5K. We had over 400 people register to participate in the race, both in-person and virtually. Click here to view the 2025 race results.
In its 19th year, the Run for the Paws provides our community with a healthy and fun event which helps raise money towards the life-saving work Patty Baker Humane Society Naples provides to homeless animals in and beyond our community.
Overall Male Winner: Reece Lolly
Overall Female Winner: Beth Marzigliano
1st Place Dog: Apollo with Lauren Osborne
2nd Place Dog: Charlie with Jayson Andino
3rd Place Dog: Emory with Haydee Staebell
2026 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
T-Shirt Sponsor
Kathy and John Rizzo
Water & Wags Sponsor
Tails & Treats Sponsor
Best Friend Sponsor
Best Friend Sponsor
Finish Line Friends Sponsor
2026 Vendors
