
From the Organizer
It's a fun way to support local disabled Veterans & their service dogs in training!
Join us on the Cross-Country Course at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, NC, to run, jog, walk, or cheer—with or without your furry friend. The course combines an open field and a natural trail, making it fun for runners of all ages and skill levels.
Vets to Vets United, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization comprised of local veterinarians and volunteers. Our mission is to help Veterans suffering from physical and/or emotional disabilities, including the potential for suicide, by matching them with rescued shelter dogs to be trained for service. All proceeds from the 5K9 Dog Jog will help cover the $24,000 program costs so our wounded warriors can focus on the healing power of the animal/human bond. Your participation in this event will help us improve and save lives, one Veteran and one dog at a time!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Apex, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
176,686
as of 2023
Elevation
413 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Vets To Vets United "The 5K9 Dog Jog", put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
Coming Up
The BIG Run
Less than a mile away
CORDUSA- 5K
Less than a mile away
Straightening The Path 5K
Less than a mile away
Sizzling Soles Half-marathon
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Vets To Vets United "The 5K9 Dog Jog"
Sep 26, 2026