Tether your leashes and fasten your running shoes, it is almost time for the annual The Animal Guardians (TAG) Spayathon, hosted by Benoni Northerns Sports Club.

From 08:00 on March 22, humans and hounds will tackle the 5km fun run/walk through the sleepy streets of Northmead.

The highly ‘paw-pular’ fundraiser is aimed at funding the organisation’s ongoing sterilisation outreach project.

Tickets are now available at www.webtickets.co.za (search spayathon), at R60 per person, leashed social pups enter for free.

Registrations can also be done at the club, on the day from 07:00.

Before arriving, pop into your local shopping centre grab some dog or kitty food, treats, toys or bedding as an additional donation to the animal welfare organisation.

For more information, contact Bernice Piveteau on 082 450 0605.

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