Muscovites and Their Dogs Race Cross-Country for Charity
More than 200 runners and their four-legged friends put their best feet — and paws — forward this weekend for the Fast Dog Cross Country charity run in Moscow's Bitsevsky Forest Park.
The annual race raises money to help support animal shelter and rescue efforts.
Take a look at the fast-paced race in action:
The annual race raises money to help support animal shelter and rescue efforts.
Take a look at the fast-paced race in action:
All dog breeds were welcome...
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...from lean and athletic hounds...
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...to short and cuddly corgis.
Some runners needed a little extra help to make it to the finish line.
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Winners were chosen by their personal running time.
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Staying hydrated is key.
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What's the saying about how dogs look similar to their owners?
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Every dog deserves a gold medal.
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