Enter your dachshund in the 5th annual Oktoberfest Wiener Dog Race. Whether your dog is a race champion or a race novice, fill out this form and submit by Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. All contestants must be real wieners (dachshunds) and will be required to show proof of current vaccinations. Submit a copy to this form.
1. Participating canines must be real dachshunds. There are no weight restrictions.
2. Each dachshund race will be 50 feet on the Oktoberfest “track.”
3. Each participating dachshund will need to bring two (2) humans. Humans must be able to carry and/or catch the dog.
4. One human will carry the racer to the starting line and the canine. The other human will stand at the finish line and catch the racing canine.
5. All humans will be required to sign a consent waiver releasing the City of Port St. Lucie from all liabilities and allowing City of Port St. Lucie to use their names and likenesses in promotional advertising.
6. The humans may coax their runners with a favorite chew toy, scarf or treat. No dog whistles or other shrill whistles are allowed.
7. Humans should not carry any loose articles onto the racetrack. Humans should wear comfortable shoes. Only canines will be allowed to be barefoot.
8. Participating canines are not allowed trackside except for their individual race.
9. Humans are responsible to clean up after their dogs. Canines in heat will not be allowed.
10. REMEMBER: The only thing serious about this race is the FUN! Judges’ decisions will be final. For the safety of everyone concerned, the City reserves the right to refuse participation to humans who cannot meet all qualifications of the race.
11. These races will be held rain or shine.
Good luck!