Running for the dogs: Sheriff’s Office inaugural K9 run Sept. 28

WCSO NEWS RELEASE

Have fun on your feet and make the Washoe Sheriff’s K9’s paws your cause by participating in the inaugural Sheriff’s Office K9 Run on Saturday, Sept. 28, starting at the Summit Mall in south Reno.

Proceeds from this fundraising event will go toward equipment and training needed to support the mission of the Washoe County Sheriff’s K9 Unit.

This event  is pet friendly and is open to all levels of fitness and all ages, featuring a 5K, 10K and a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. All participants receive a free t-shirt, Finisher’s medal and a post-race breakfast.

Event sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, visit www.renorunningcompany.com.

Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Inaugural K9 Run

What:   Benefit for the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit sponsored by Reno Running Co.

When:  8 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28

Where:  The Summit Mall, south Reno

Cost:   10K – $30 (registration will increase up to $50 the week of the race), 5K – $25 (registration will increase up to $40 the week of the race), Kids 1 Mile Fun Run – $5

Registration:  To register visit www.renorunningcompany.com.

There are nine K9 teams currently assigned to the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office. Canines provide invaluable support to public safety through their highly specialized training and unique ability to locate narcotics, explosive devices and fugitives. They help their human partners with the apprehension of suspects who attempt to evade arrest by concealing themselves, or who pose a threat to the deputy or members of the public. For more information, visit washoesheriff.com.

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office celebrated 150 years of proud service and community partnership in 2011. Sheriff Michael Haley is the 25th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County. His office continues to be the only full service public safety agency operating within northern Nevada and is responsible for operating the consolidated detention facility, regional crime lab, Northern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center, Internet Crimes against Children Task Force, court security, service of civil process, traditional street patrols and Regional Animal Services.>