Event Description

The AWLFC Paws and Claws 5K and 1 Mile Walk is an event you won't want to miss!!  The route takes you through beautiful and historic Frederick, MD and the best part is that you can take your best friend along with you.

Dogs are welcome along the route and we have lined up some great activities for both of you!! please register by September 1, 2025 to be guaranteed a t-shirt!! (Shirts run small).  This year's t-shirts will be Charity Pink

Course maps with be available the day of the event.

Early Packet Pickup will be Friday, September 19, 2025

Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm 

Place: Animal Welfare League  1202 East Patrick St., Frederick 21701

(The Great Frederick Fair starts at 4pm and we do not want to be in that congestion again like last year.  Thanks for understanding).

Bring your family and friends and help us help the animals of Frederick County on Sunday, September 21st!  You'll be glad you did!!!