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Posted: 26th April 2023

Muddy Dog Challenge boosts Battersea’s coffers
Obstacles included a water crawl and a 'lab-yrinth'.
New Forest event raises nearly £100,000 for the charity.

Dogs and their owners have raised a total of £98,621 for Battersea by competing the Muddy Dog Challenge on Saturday, 22 April.

The event, which took place at Braemore House, on the edge of the New Forest in Hampshire, saw 894 participants tackle an obstacle course which included a ball pit tunnel, a water crawl, and a ‘lab-yrinth’.

Participants could choose to run, or walk, either a 2.5km or a 5km course alongside their dog, raising money through sponsorship.

After crossing the finish line, the human participants were each awarded a Muddy Dog Challenge medal and the canine participants each received a rosette. There was also a much-needed dog rinsing station for cleaning up before the drive home.

Robert Banner, who completed the course with Baker, his one-year-old English cocker spaniel, said: “We had so much fun going round the course today and Baker was in dreamland. He’s such a fan of mud and water and always goes straight for the muddy puddles when I take him out on walks.”

Battersea’s senior challenge events officer Jasmine Monk said: “Last year was our first time taking the Muddy Dog Challenge to the New Forest and we’re so thrilled that animal lovers have come out again in their numbers to support Battersea.

“Participants have raised an incredible amount and all the money raised will allow our dedicated staff to care for the thousands of dogs and cats that need our help everywhere. I want to thank all those who participated, volunteered, and cheered on their loved ones. Everyone has helped make this a really special day and without everyone’s support, we simply wouldn’t be able to do it”.     

Muddy Dog Challenges are planned in other parts of the UK for later this year.



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