How far would you walk to help an animal in need?

That’s the question The Lost Dogs Home is asking Australians right around the country as it launches its March Walkies campaign!

Aussies will have a chance at getting fit with or without a pet this March while helping raise funds to care for the 15,000 lost and abandoned animals that come through the Lost Dogs’ Home doors every year. 

The Home’s spokesperson Suzana Talevski said Australia is a country in love with pets and a healthy appetite for fun and activity.

‘’The sun is shining, it’s summer in Australia and a perfect opportunity to make a difference in the lives of so many vulnerable animals that rely on us for critical care,’’ said Ms Talevski.

‘’Even if you don’t or are not in a position to, own a pet at the moment, March Walkies’ gives Australians a real way of making sure they are contributing to the health of animals that find themselves in need and really do rely on the community to pool together and support them.’’

Participants in the campaign choose their own distance and frequency of walks, making March Walkies accessible to all levels of fitness. There are currently more than 300 participants across Australia with a variety of animals and backgrounds participating with, the shelter hoping that 1000 people will join the cause as it reaches the March 1 kick off.

‘’We receive so many calls from the community wanting to know what they can do to help our shelters and that warms our heart more than we can say,’’ said Ms Talevski.

‘’This is a great way to show your support and go for ‘’walkies’’ like never before!’’

Registrations are now open. Find out more, join or donate: marchwalkies.com/