Animal rescue volunteers raced to save a stricken dog trapped in a ditch at a holiday park — only to find it was a mutt-shaped statue.

Race alerts concerns of animal abuse More than 150 dogs have reportedly died from the race since its start, including three that occurred in the 2024 race, according to PETA. Those deaths do not ...

8:30 a.m.: NOLA Dogs Race to the Rescue 5K Run/Walk The race is for humans only. Participants will cover a 3.1-mile course through the beautiful, oak-tree lined streets of historic Metairie Cemetery.

Drawing more than 400 participants of all ages, the race has raised about $110,000 for local animal rescue organizations over the past five years. Proceeds from this year’s race and online ...