The RaceBuddies -
Virtual Races For You & Your Dog

Virtual Races. Real Medals. Fun Adventures! Every Race donates back to a Good Cause!

Join a race, walk anywhere at your own time and pace. Receive your finisher medal & support a good cause.

Our Mission:

We want to enrich the bond between humans & their dogs by participating in our virtual challenges. Our races include everyone and every dog, regardless of age or fitness level. We aim to motivate people to grab the leashes and walk more with their dogs, which benefits their health. We reward our participants with actual 3D finisher medals, and every participant supports a charity or organization. Walk for a Good Cause!

What Are Our Virtual Races?

Our Vision

"Be the human your dog thinks you are." Our dogs are family. We want what's best for them and work hard to give them the wonderful life they deserve. We strive to encourage dog owners to be more present with their fur babies by spending time together. We want to include every dog, regardless of age or fitness level.

Our vision is to build a community of dog lovers who love adventure. An adventure can be a stroll around the block or meeting a new dog to play with. We want to put focus on the "simple" yet most important thing in life - being content. Let's see the world through our dogs' eyes and leave a better place behind. That's why our races donate to shelters, communities, and nature.

Be a part of us and become a Racebuddy.

How We Started

Whether you love walking, running, hiking, swimming, or a simple stroll around the block with your four-legged friend, you can track your daily activity which will be tracked and logged in a virtual race across one of the most stunning American National Parks, German National Parks, and even the North Pole!

I started The RaceBuddies with my cousin Linda who lives in Germany to help bridge the gap between movement, community, and quality time with our four-legged friends. In the aftermath of the pandemic, we’ve seen a disconnect worldwide in connection, health, and philanthropy and we saw a purpose-driven opportunity to create one.

What's In It For You?

Getting active with your dog, and for a cause! All of our race packages include a digital race bib, info emails and motivation along the way, a Gold 3D digital finisher certificate, the medal and a surprise for the dog, and a $5 donation to an organization, school, or shelter.

Unlike in-person races, The RaceBuddies requires no baseline fitness level, can be performed anywhere in the world and at one’s own pace, and welcome’s all breeds, ages, and temperaments of dogs. All that matters is that you get out there and spend time together.

Testimonials

I have participated in every challenge thus far and am super proud to support different charities by doing what I love - hiking with my Beagles! Also, those medals are super cool!

Marion S. with Jim & Jani

Gemeinsame Zeit mit Yuki zu verbringen, ist für uns das Wertvollste am Tag. Dabei noch Gutes zu tun, macht es rundum perfekt. Wir lieben es, Racebuddies zu sein und freuen uns auf alle Abenteuer, die wir noch gemeinsam erleben dürfen.

Jessi mit Yuki

I’m a runner but have to leave my dog at home during races. With those virtual races, I can finally bring her along and use those runs as training for the real marathons. But - the medals I earn with my girl are more meaningful (that bling looks awesome!)

Daniel with Emma

FAQS

Who Can Participate in those Challenges?

Everyone! And every dog! No age or fitness restriction. We want to include everyone - this is not a competition, but a motivation to spend focused time with your beloved dog. If you need more time for the challenges, no problem! What counts is that you're taking part!

What Are The Benefits Of Virtual Races?

Bond with Your Dog: Spend quality time with your dog and have fun together.
Support Their Health: Enhance your dog’s physical abilities and overall health.
Jumpstart your own health: Get back into the habit of walking outside more.
Meet Up With Friends: Grab a fellow dog parent and do the exercises together, or connect virtual with our fellow participants!
Support a Good Cause: For every $27.99 sign-up, we donate $5 to support a senior dog rescue.

When Will I Receive My Challenge-Package?

You'll receive your stunning 3D medal (with a little surprise) after the challenge ends. That may take up another week or two, depending on where you are located.

Before the challenge start, you'll receive an email with more instructions and your digital dog portrait. After you've completed the challenge, you'll receive your digital Certificate of Completion. Once you'll receive your medal, we hope to see awesome photos of your doggy showing off proudly the hard earned bling!