In case your dog considers the park a personal runway, then this is an event they would love to be in. The Paw Power Challenge in Dubai returns, and it is as wild and fun as it sounds. Imagine racing with obstacles, shaking tails, dirty paws and human beings struggling to follow.
Paw Power Challenge Is Back In Dubai, & It Calls Pet Parents To Run Along!
This is not a typical pet event as it was staged amid the green fields of Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club. It is a complete rough race in which dogs and their owners go through hurdles jointly. Teamwork is mandatory, and there will be rewards waiting for you at the finish line!
What Is The Paw Power Challenge?
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This isn’t about speed alone but connection. The dogs and their owners will run, climb, jump and splash their way on the obstacle course that will be designed specially. Avoiding water jumps, slides, climbing frames and hurdles which challenge coordination, trust and recall skills.
According to the post by Dubai Festival, the event is a mix of both competition and community, making a simple race a social day out among the pet lovers around the city.
It’s More Than A Race
If racing is not necessarily your thing, but there is much to do. Race Village is open at 4 pm, two hours before the first flag of the race is dropped. Families will be able to shop in a mini market, take snacks, and have fun with pets and relax in the environment.
Don’t have a pet? You can still visit and have fun. The entry of the spectator is absolutely free. It is one of those few events taking place in Dubai where one can turn up, take a seat and walk away smiling without splurging.
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Why Dog Parents Are Excited
The pet industry in Dubai is a rapidly expanding business, and unique events involving dogs are still difficult to find. The Paw Power Challenge bridges that divide. It provides a place where dogs can expend their energy and allows owners to do something physical and not necessarily go to a gym.
Dogs live on mutual experiences. Taking a course collectively will instil confidence in them and reinforce a special bond.
This event is sure to be fun, thrilling, and one to be remembered. Begin to practise those zoomies now.
Where: Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club
When: Sunday, March 22, 4pm to 10pm (Race begins at 6pm)
Cost: Registration opening soon; spectators enter free
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