Strut your mutt. Show up for animals. Celebrate community.
The bow-WOW-walk is where Charlottesville comes together for a joy-filled morning of movement, connection, and compassion for animals and the people who love them.
This beloved, family-friendly event is dog-forward, community-powered, and designed for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re walking with friends, cheering on runners, or soaking up the fun with your kids and pups, the bow-WOW-walk is a celebration of wellness, togetherness, and care.
Why bow-WOW-walk Matters:
Every step taken and every dollar raised helps power the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA’s lifesaving work.
Your support fuels:
- Compassionate shelter care
- Lifesaving medical treatment
- Community programs that keep pets and families together
- Second chances for thousands of animals each year
Every wag. Every step. Every gift makes a real and lasting impact for animals and the people who love them.
Donate Here
When you sponsor the bow-WOW-walk, you’re joining one of Charlottesville’s most beloved community traditions and helping turn compassion into action.
Sponsorship directly supports lifesaving care and medical treatment for animals while connecting your business with a joyful, engaged audience of animal lovers, families, and community members. It’s meaningful visibility, authentic community impact, and a powerful way to show your values in action.
