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Sign up for the Human & K9 Challenge

Studies show that spending time in nature is good for your physical and mental wellbeing. Research has also shown that having a pet lowers your stress levels. So why not combine the two next month with the Human & K9 Challenge? This unique adventure for people and their pooches is a non-competitive 8km hike lasting three to four hours in the wadis of Ras Al Khaimah. There are five checkpoints along the way, and teams can turn around at any point when the had enough. Plus, if you don’t have a dog, you can adopt one from K9 Friends or any other shelter for the day. We can’t guarantee you won’t want to take your new pal home for good, though. December 8

Al Khaimah, 7am to 3pm, Dhs260 for one person with one dog, Dhs475 for two people with a maximum of two dogs, and Dhs1,025 for a team of five people with a maximum of five dogs. facebook. com/HumanK9Challenge