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Take Toto along

Your faithful four-legged running partner puts in the time and the training with you—so doesn't he deserve to compete too? Dog Run Dog has begun hosting 5K and 10K events nationwide for dogs and their owners. Even if you're not a runner, your pooch may be the perfect motivation to pound the pavement.

For more options, check out these nine other dog jogs across the country. But remember to bring a scooper—each man or woman is responsible for their best friend's droppings.

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