The Humane Society of Durham Region is having its 17th Annual People for Pets Walkathon. Participate in the five-kilometre walk and enjoy refreshments, games and prizes. There are special prizes for the highest pledges.

The event is on Sunday, May 25, at the Heber Down Conservation Area on Country Lane, Whitby from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pledge forms are available throughout Durham and for more information call the shelter at 905-433-2022, ext. 29 or ext. 0.