Trails for Tails is Pet Partners’ signature charity hike and outdoor fundraising event returning in Spring 2027.
Join us for the second Trails for Tails charity hike and take on a meaningful outdoor challenge in support of Pet Partners therapy animal teams.
Take a beautiful guided hike for charity, raise funds to support Pet Partners therapy animal teams, and connect with fellow supporters who care about the human-animal bond. Participants will receive fundraising support, official event gear, and enjoy a post-hike celebration and a special mission moment that will entail the love for pets.
Sign up for this outdoor fundraising challenge, set your fundraising goal, and start building support for your Trails for Tails journey. Every participant receives a personal fundraising page, plus helpful resources and support from Pet Partners to reach the fundraising minimum*.
Before the charity hike event, you’ll connect with fellow participants and receive guidance on training, gear, trail conditions, and what to expect on the hike.
Raise more than the minimum* and you’ll receive 20% of every dollar raised above the minimum to help offset eligible hike-related expense.
*Fundraising minimums vary by location, ranging from $2,000 – $2,500.
“We love Stowe for its beauty, hiking, and atmosphere, but what made Trails for Tails truly memorable was getting to know Pet Partners teams from around the country. Hearing their stories and the impact therapy animal teams are making was incredibly special. We’re already looking forward to the next hike!”
“Trails for Tails was such a meaningful way to support Pet Partners, connect with others who understand the human-animal bond, and simply enjoy an adventure with our canine partners. It gave us the chance to make new memories together and experience some of the joy our therapy animals bring to others.”
“When I had the opportunity to support a mission I believe in while doing something I love—spending time outdoors with like-minded people—I just had to say yes! I’m so grateful for this experience”
Trails for Tails is a Pet Partners hike that brings supporters together for a guided outdoor adventure while raising funds for the Therapy Animal Program. The event combines hiking, peer-to-peer fundraising, and opportunities to connect with the Pet Partners community.
Each participant commits to a fundraising minimum* and receives a personal fundraising page, resources, and support from Pet Partners. Funds raised support the Pet Partners Therapy Animal Program, helping train, register, and support therapy animal teams that bring comfort and connection to communities across the country.
*Fundraising minimums vary by location, ranging from $2,000 – $2,500.
Trails for Tails is open to Pet Partners supporters, therapy animal handlers, animal lovers, and anyone looking for a meaningful adventure. You do not need to be an expert hiker, but participants should be comfortable hiking for several hours and prepared for the terrain and elevation of the selected trail. Detailed information will be provided before the event to help you prepare.
Trails for Tails takes place in a different location each year, with destinations selected in part based on participant interest. Interested in bringing the charity hike to your area? Gather a group of friends, Pet Partners volunteers, or fellow animal lovers and let us know. Your community could be a future Trails for Tails destination.
Participants are responsible for their own transportation, lodging, and most meals during the Trails for Tails weekend. Participants who raise more than the minimum* can receive 20% of funds raised above that amount to help offset eligible hike-related expenses.
*Fundraising minimums vary by location, ranging from $2,000 – $2,500.
Pet participation depends on the selected trail. If the trail is pet-friendly, registered Pet Partners therapy dogs in good standing are welcome to join. For safety reasons, other dogs are not permitted.
