SAFE Haven for Cats is pleased to announce the sponsors for the 3rd annual “Run for Their Lives” 5K race on Oct. 4 at 9:00 a.m. The race, with options for both competitive and recreational runners, raises awareness for the no-kill shelter with all proceeds supporting SAFE Haven’s mission.

“SAFE Haven is thrilled to have these wonderful sponsors contributing to such a great cause,” says Pam Miller, Executive Director at SAFE Haven for Cats. “We are very thankful to them and encourage everyone in the community to come out on October 4th in order to raise awareness for pet overpopulation.”

The following companies have contributed goods, services and/or monetary donations to the Run for Their Lives 5K race:

Design sponsor:

• McDuffie Design

“My Best Friend”:

• CareFirst Animal Hospital

• 1st Choice Customized DJ Services / Brian Pate Entertainment

• Omega Sports

• Gina Katz

“Party Animal”:

• American Tobacco Historic District

• The Pet Pantry

• McCormick and Moore Photography

• Ora Designers/Fine Jewelers

• A Place To Copy

“Catnip Mouse”:

• Furry Friends Pet Sitting

• Midwest Veterinary Supply

• Big Apple Bagels

• Starbucks – Village at Falls Pointe

• Pet ‘n Nanny Pet Sitting

• Mobile Laser Veterinary Services

• Bruster’s Real Ice Cream

• Veterinary Specialty Hospital of the Carolinas

• Merial

• Moonshadow Medical Massage

• Whole Foods Market in Raleigh

• Blue Lotus Yoga & Movement Arts

• Pet Supermarket

Registration is $25, and race day registration will be $30. To register, please visit the Run for Their Lives 5K registration page. T-shirts are guaranteed to those individuals who register for the 5K by Sept. 20. For more information about the race and volunteer opportunities, please visit the SAFE Haven for Cats 5K website.