The event at Eridge Park, on May 21, attracted 770 participants, who tackled obstacles with their dogs, weaving in and out of the Mutt Maze, wriggling through the mud at the Canine Crawl, leaping over the Hurdling Hounds and splashing through the Doggy Ball Pit.
At the finishing line, the humans who stayed the distance were greeted with applause from their friends and supporters, and awarded a Muddy Dog Challenge medal, while the canine finishers earned a rosette each.
The event raised £81,222 toward the care of the thousands of dogs and cats everywhere that the charity helps every year.
This was Battersea’s fifth Muddy Dog Challenge in the district.
Battersea’s Senior Challenge Events Officer, Jasmine Monk, said: “Once again, our event here has seen our participants raise a fantastic amount for Battersea 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 say thank you to all those who participated, volunteered, and cheered on their loved ones. Everyone here has helped make this a really special day and without everyone’s support, we simply wouldn’t be able to do it”.
