Walk 31 or 62 miles in March and make every step count for local hospice care
1st – 31st March 2026
Choose your 31 or 62 mile challenge
Raise vital funds for St Clare along the way!
Walk your dog with purpose this March as you take on St Clare Hospice’s exciting virtual dog walking challenge.
Whether you walk, jog, wheel or run, you can complete this March dog walking challenge at your own pace, in your own way.
Paws for a Cause not only gives you the chance to enjoy quality time outdoors with your furry friend, but is also a brilliant way to stay active while supporting your local hospice.
How to take part in Paws for a Cause
Sign up
Sign up and generate your Enthuse fundraising page.
Walk 31 or 62 miles
Enjoy quality time with your pooch and complete your 31 or 62 mile charity dog walking challenge.
Fundraise along the way
Help raise vital funds for St Clare Hospice’s expert, compassionate hospice care – all while staying active this March.
Raise £30 for a free St Clare branded doggy bandana
Raise £60 for a free branded St Clare t-shirt
Raise £150 for an entry into the draw for our doggy photoshoot!
How Paws for a Cause makes a difference
Raising £50
Could pay for an hours visit by one of our clinical nurse specialist team, who can give specialist advice and emotional support on the phone and face to face, to ensure the patient feels reassured and confident in their care.
Raising £100
Could pay towards an hour of care on our Inpatient Unit, which brings compassionate and expert care together in one place.
Raising £200
Could help cover the cost of running our 24 Hour Advice Line for eight hours, where nursing staff are on hand day and night to allay fears and give expert advice.
Paws for a Cause has been kindly sponsored by Kew Vets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paws for a Cause?
Paws for a Cause is St Clare Hospice’s virtual dog walking challenge that takes place in March. You can choose your distance whether you want to complete 31 or 62 miles in 31 days.
What happens when I sign up?
Once you sign up for FREE, you will receive –
- Your very own Paws for a Cause mile tracker to track your paw-some progress
- Dog-friendly walk suggestions
- Helpful tips to get your fundraising started with your Paws for a Cause Enthuse page
- A medal and certificate – upon completion of the challenge – to celebrate your paws-itively amazing achievement!
Can I start early or late?
Of course! You can complete your 31 or 62 mile challenge anytime in March.
How do I complete my 31 or 62 miles?
You can walk, wheel, run or jog wherever and however you like – whether it is short daily walks or longer adventures with your dog(s).
How do I track my miles?
When you register for Paws for a Cause on Enthuse.com, you will receive a downloadable tracker to track each mile you take.
Alternatively, you can use apps like Strava or Nike to track your mileage.
What safety precautions should I take?
When taking on Paws for a Cause, we advise you:
- Make sure someone knows your route
- Keep your phone charged
- Stay alert
- Carry a flashlight to help see when walking in the dark
- Take breaks as needed
What if I don’t finish the challenge?
Do your best! Your supporters will appreciate your efforts, and we are grateful for any funds – big or small – raised for St Clare Hospice.
Contact us
Have a question about Paws for a Cause? Get in touch with our friendly fundraising team via –
Email – sarah.piercy@stclarehospice.org.uk
Phone – 01279 773732