18th Annual Canine Classic at Paws Up

18th Annual Canine Classic at Paws Up

Race Date

Aug 22, 2026

Location

Greenough, MT

The Experience

The Canine Classic is a trail hike/run for you and your dog(s) through the scenic trails at Paws Up! Participants can choose from Half-Marathon, 5-Mile, 2-Mile races or an untimed hike. Dogs are welcome and encouraged to participate, and can do so off-leash on these trap-free lands. The run takes you on mostly designated trails and some dirt roads. Runners can expect uneven trails especially through pasture area. After the race enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch prepared by the amazing team at Paws Up. All race entries include one lunch coupon, a swag bag, and the opportunity to win some great prizes! Additional lunch coupons can be purchased the day of the race for $15. The event is cupless. There will be four aid stations on the 13-mile course. Event proceeds benefit Working Dogs for Conservation.  Virtual Race option available! Download and send your results to breanne@wd4c.org and receive your swag. See Registration information for dates and pricing. Questions? Contact: Mindy at Mmarcum@pawsup.com (lodging, event information) OR Bre at breanne@wd4c.org (race information)                                                                                                                                                                  Tentative Race Schedule 7:45 am Half-Marathon check in 8:00 am Half-Marathon starts  8:10 am Half marathon start with dogs 9:00 am 5-Mile check in 9:15 am 5-Mile starts 9:25 am 5-Mile with dogs 10:30 am 2-Mile starts 8:30 am-12:30 pm Course open to any untimed hike participants

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

(TBD)

Start Location

40060 Paws Up Road, Greenough, MT, 59823

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Also Offers

5 Miles2 MilesUntimed Hike - All DistancesWine and Bitch DinnerFundraiserVirtual Hike/Run/WalkEarly Bird Special- 5 mile Run/Hike AND Wine and Bitch Dinner

Historical Performance

Median Finish

2:28:46

11:21/mi

Winning Time

1:46:55

8:10/mi

Finishers (2025)

35

States Represented

5 / 50

Gender Split

60% Female40% Male

Finish Time Distribution

2:102:10

FASTER 25%

2:21:31

MEDIAN

2:28:46

SLOWER 25%

2:56:15

Average runner age: 40

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

53°

Afternoon (High)

80°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

55%

Humidity

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