This Non-Profit Org Helps Canine OfficersHere’s a race from our friends, K9s United. If you’re near Cape Coral, the races are this Saturday, February 23rd. The 9K and 5K begin at 8 am. The 1-miler is at 9 am. Sign up online until Friday, or in person on race day. Stay after your run for the amazing K9 demonstration. Check out the Cape Coral Police, Fire, and SWAT equipment on display. 🐕🚔 🚒🛥🚨💙🐾 Photo credit: K9s United and Cape Coral Police Department. K9s United supports K9 officers with essential equipment and training. They memorialize fallen K9 officers. When you run you help K9s! Can’t make it to Cape Coral? Then sign up for a Virtual Run. Run when and where you are and receive a medal and bandana. 💙🐾 www.K9sUnited.org to register. Discount Code for First RespondersIf you're a First Responder, use the code: K9FIVE when you register to SAVE $5 off your race entry. #K9CapeCoral #K9Unit #K9Partner #K9Support #K9UnitedSponsor #RunFlorida #9K #5K #MRTT #InstaRunners #NonProfit #K9Officers #K9 #backtheblue #FloridaRunner #WeRunSocial #K9s #CapeCoralPD #MedalMonday #CapeCoralFire #CapeCoralSWAT #CapeCoralFlorida #JayceePark #K9Officer #VirtualRun #WeRunSocial #BibChat #MRTT #RunCapeCoral
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to K9sUnited 9K virtual race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews
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A Virtual Race for Canine Heroes
Since I couldn't be in Apopka on December 1st to race in person, I opted to run my 9K (5.59 miles) virtually. A virtual race means you race when you can, where you are. You can run on the actual race day, or as close to it as possible. I was recovering from a sinus infection, so I ran a few days after the race date.
Lucky for me, my race day was gorgeous. As you can see in the photos below, it was a blue sky day. I ran my miles around and around a local lake. The lake loop is just over a mile, so I ran it 5 times. I'd tell you my race time if I could. My watch was on low battery about 40 minutes in. And it wasn't tracking anything when I finished. But this race wasn't about time. It was about the K9s. So it's all good. Plus, it felt wonderful to get outside and run again after being sick.
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Canine Demonstration
The only downside to running the virtual option is I missed seeing the K9 dogs and their partners in action on race day. There was an impressive K9 demonstration after the race in Apopka.
Three More K9s United Races in Florida
If you enjoy running for a reason like I do, try a 9K for K9s! There are three more races in Florida scheduled for next year. Try the 9K, 5K, or one-mile fun run.
Special Note: The race in Jacksonville, Florida on May 11, 2019 will be to honor Fang. Fang was killed in the line of duty this year.
#Apopka #BibRavePro #K9 #K9sUnitedBR #BibChat #RunFlorida #K9Partners #K9Demonstration #K9Training
 Disclaimer: I received a free entry to K9sUnited 9K virtual race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews! Look at these photos of the K9s United race held Saturday, December 1st in Apopka, Florida. The event included beautiful K9s and wonderful people running to support them. The race was staged at the Northwest Recreational Complex. It was a great venue for the 9K, 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Photos from the K9s United December 1st RacePhoto credit: K9s United Photo Booth and K9 DemonstrationThere was a K9 demonstration after the race to showcase the talents of the canines. Runners could get pictures with the K9s in the special photo booth!
Photo credit: K9s United Since I was struggling with a fever, I moved my Virtual 9k to Wednesday, Dec. 6th. (Results can be subbed anytime between 11/30-12/8). Check back for my race report. If you want to get in on a race in person or virtually go to www.K9sUnited.org for all the details. All race proceeds support K9 officers during and after they serve. Upcoming Dates for K9sUnited Races in Florida
If you enjoy running for a good reason like I do, try a 9K for K9s! #Apopka #BibRavePro #K9 #K9sUnitedBR #BibChat #RunFlorida #K9Partners #K9Demonstration #K9Training
Don't miss your chance to support dog heroes! Run the K9sUnited 5K or 9K in Apopka, FL on December 1, 2018. You can choose a 9K, 5K, or 1 Mile Fun Run. If you can't make it to Apopka, sign up for a virtual race. All runners earn a t-shirt and medal. After the races there will be a K9 photo booth, arts and crafts, and a K9 demonstration. You'll see first-hand how important our canine heros are to the community.
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to K9sUnited 9K virtual race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews!
Save 10% Off Registration with "BibRave18"Use the code "BIBRAVE18" when you register to receive 10% OFF your race. Get all the details at www.k9sunited.org All proceeds from the races benefit K9s United, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the best equipment, amenities, and quality of life to dog heroes during and after their service. K9s United memorializes K9s who give their lives in service. Other K9s United Races in FloridaLooking for a race closer to you? K9s United is hosting races in support of K9s in the following cities: Jan. 12, 2019 in St. Augustine, FL Feb. 23 2019 in Cape Coral, FL May 11, 2019 in Jacksonville, FL IMPORTANT REMINDER: Since the race is to benefit Law Enforcement K9s, only service dogs are allowed to attend. There will be several from surrounding agencies. We want our K9s to have the freedom to participate in the run as well as the K9 demonstration afterwards. #K9sUnitedBR #K9s #PoliceDogs #Canines #BibChat #BibRavePro #Apopka #Florida
Running for a Reason — Canine Officers
Disclaimer: I received a free entry to K9sUnited 9K virtual race as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find, and write race reviews! Is there anything better than running for a reason? I find it hard to think so. That's why I just registered for another canine-related race. This race is the K9s United 9K on December 1, 2018 in Apopka, Florida. The 501c3 non-profit K9s United was established after Debbie Johnson heard of the tragic death of a local K9 officer. The races help raise money to provide:
K9s United supplements K9 unit agencies that have more needs than budget. Each agency is different, but budget constraints mean there are always needs.  (Photo credit: K9sUnited.org) Save 10% with "BIBRAVE18"You can SAVE 10% on 9K, 5K with my code "BIBRAVE18" when you register at https://www.k9sunited.org/events/ If you can't be in Apopka on Dec. 1st, do what I'm doing — run the race virtually! That way, you can run your distance wherever you are and still support the K9s. Race Pricing ScheduleRunners and walkers are welcome at all distances. Check out the prices below. Register before the prices go up on November 10th! More details on the race here.  Pricing schedule for K9s United Apopka, FL races. #K9sUnitedBR #BibChat #BibRavePro #K9s #DogOfficers #K9Officers #PoliceDogs #VirtualRace
The @K9sUnited Race is December 1, 2018Support our dog heroes when you register for @K9sUnited on 12/1 in Apopka, FL Use "BIBRAVE18" for 10% OFF when you register! Choose from 9K, 5K or 1 Miler. Run in person, or choose the virtual race option. Register at www.K9sUnited.org  (Photo credit: K9sUnited) Runners Can Choose a Shirt or Dog BandanaEvery runner registered by the shirt deadline is guaranteed their choice of a t-shirt or dog bandana. If you miss the shirt deadline, you'll receive a dog bandana in place of a shirt as supplies allow. Meet the Canines After the RaceJoin us for the race at Northwest Recreation Complex in Apopka, FL. Afterwards stick around to enjoy activities for the whole family:
Important Note: Leave your pets at home on race day. Service dogs only are allowed. This is in the best interest of the Law Enforcement K9s participating in the event.
All Proceeds Benefit K9s United Nonprofit Org100% of the proceeds will benefit K9s United. K9s United is committed to supporting and honoring K9 law enforcement officers who detect, protect and serve our communities. K9s United gives these dogs the best equipment, amenities, and quality of life during and after their service. We also memorialize the dedicated canines who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. #K9 #K9sUnitedBR #K9unit #K9partners #K9handler #k9training #Apopka #9K #5K #onemiler #Supportk9s #BibChat #BibRavePro
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