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Cardiff Half 2027

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 21 years

Run for and help raise funds for the dogs in our care. !function(e,t){if(!e.getElementById(t)){var c=e.createElement("script");c.id=t,c.src=")[0].appendChild(c)}}(document,"beacon-js-sdk") Wales’ largest sell out mass participation event has put Cardiff on the map as a destination for sports tourism, raised huge sums of money for charity and made positive contributions in areas including mental health, women’s running, grassroots sport, volunteering and environmental sustainability. Special celebration finishers items, including medals and t-shirts, will also be awarded to all of those taking part. This fast, flat and iconic race runs through the Welsh capital, exploring the wonderful sights of the city. On the route you can see the beautiful Barrage that leads to a picturesque view of Cardiff Bay, the delights of Roath Lake and the buzz of the city centre. If you would like to join then please register below. All we ask of our runners is to contribute your entry fee and in return you will receive: Got your own place but not picked a charity yet? Please consider running for Hope Rescue dogs. We would be thrilled for you to join us. Our fundraising team would love to hear from you Here is how you money can help - £50 - Buys a collar, training lead, comfy harness and tag for our dogs at the Rescue Centre or in Foster Homes. £100 - Can vaccinate four dogs. £500 - Covers a dental for a dog with severe dental disease. £1,000 – Covers 6 week’s worth of gas to heat the kennels. If you would like any help with your fundraising, please do not hesitate to contact us on Terms and conditions on registering for a place with Hope Rescue; Start: 3rd October, 2027 at 10:00am End: 3rd October, 2027 at 3:00pm Published: 3rd October, 2026 Author: Katie Hedges Location: City Hall Cardiff (Event Village), Cardiff, CF10 3ND City Hall Cardiff (Event Village), Cardiff, CF10 3ND Start: 3rd October, 2027 at 10:00am End: 3rd October, 2027 at 3:00pm Sign up to take part in Cardiff's iconic Half Marathon as part of Enjoy fantastic live local bands, festive games, special guests and mince pies. Copper is a Cocker Spaniel looking for his forever home. Win a one week stay in a gorgeous dog-friendly caravan in West Wales. Win a one week stay in a gorgeous dog-friendly caravan in West Wales. Get ready to pull on your festive finest and join us at Barry Island for the Hope Rescue Santa Run 2026 Join us for a night of mediumship with Nataly Churchill Are you coming? Oh yes you are! Could you solve the mystery of The Final Curtain? Our popular Elvis Night in the diary and we are heading back to The Hi Tide Porthcawl Sign up to take part in Cardiff's iconic Half Marathon as part of Twenty years ago, we started with a simple but powerful mission “Save Our Strays. Give Them Hope.” Today, that mission has never been more urgent. We’re not giving up, not without a fight. But we can’t do this alone. We need you. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions we get asked about fundraising for Hope Rescue Discover the Hope Rescue dogs waiting for their forever homes. Find out more about adopting a dog with Hope. We have a number of dogs that would benefit from a foster home rather a kennel environment. If you live in the South Wales area and would like to find out more, please get in touch. To check if we have your dog at our centre, please contact us directly on , 8am to 8pm, or email . You can also check on our Facebook page. Since 2005 Hope Rescue has been saving the lives of stray, abandoned and unwanted dogs that, through no fault of their own, need a second chance. We're always looking for donated items like blankets, treats and toys. Tetris is a Dutch Herder Cross looking for his forever home. Explore the volunteering opportunities with Hope Rescue. Help make a difference for the dogs in our care. Our charity shops are in Merthyr Tydfil, Pontyclun and Pontypridd, for shopping and donations. Our official Hope Rescue partnerships programme has a range of packages that have been created with exclusive benefits to make supporting and Hope Rescue easy and mutually beneficial. Read more Published: 27th January, 2024 Updated: 2nd October, 2026 Author: Stuart McCarthy-Thompson Explore the volunteering opportunities with Hope Rescue. Help make a difference for the dogs in our care. Read more Published: 1st March, 2024 Updated: 6th July, 2026 We take dogs irrespective of their breed, age or condition and with your help, we can continue to help more dogs in need. Read more Published: 28th January, 2025 Updated: 28th October, 2025 Author: Mike Walmsley Are you up for the challenge? Read more Start: 30th September, 2027 at 12:00am End: 10th October, 2027 at 12:00am Published: 5th May, 2026 Updated: 11th August, 2026 Author: Katie Hedges Location: Mount Kilimanjaro

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 21 years
Location
🇬🇧Pontyclun
Shelter
Hope Rescue
Living with Cardiff Half 2027
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Good with dogs
Cared for by Hope Rescue · PontyclunLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Cardiff Half 2027 home

What you'll need for Cardiff Half 2027 in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Cardiff Half 2027

What life with Cardiff Half 2027 looks like

Cardiff Half 2027 is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Hope Rescue in Pontyclun.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

Pontyclun, United Kingdom — browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Cardiff Half 2027, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Cardiff Half 2027?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Hope Rescue handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Cardiff Half 2027 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Cardiff Half 2027 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hope Rescue will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Cardiff Half 2027 already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Cardiff Half 2027 isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Hope Rescue early rather than rehoming privately; they know Cardiff Half 2027 and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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