James Arredondo and Mitsuha at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Denise Jones and Java at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Laura Orellana with Snow and Mille at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Russ Vance and Alfie at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Joy Feleo and Evette Lam with Sky at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Brian George with Mia and Madison at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Amana Leong and Foxy at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Charlie Evanilla with Sydney and Koukla at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Crystal Young and Rodie at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Erika Ingram with Cherry and Rex at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Greg and Jody Ball with Elle at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Sylvia Grion and Pluto at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Rio and James Alaoen with Mon Chi Chi and Boo at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Mike and Yukie Partos with Mom and Stevie at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Jimmy and Jax Ngor with Bennie at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Natalia Ruiz and Lupe at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pasadena Humane Public Relations and Communications Director Kevin McManus and Pasadena Humane President and CEO Chris Ramon at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Jamie Holeman, Pasadena Humane Events Director Julie Nakahara, John Legend, Emily Sandel, Mia Dunn, and Pasadena Humane President and CEO Chris Ramon at Pasadena Humane's Wiggle Waggle Walk for Animals at Brookside Park [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
A crowd of animal lovers and their four-legged companions gathered Sunday morning at Brookside Park near the Rose Bowl for the 28th annual Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run, a longstanding community fundraiser organized by Pasadena Humane.
Under clear skies, participants began arriving shortly after check-in opened at 8 a.m., collecting T-shirts and race bibs as the vendor marketplace came to life with local businesses and pet-related brands. The event took on a festive tone early, with live music from Pasadena’s School of Rock setting the stage ahead of the official start.
At 9 a.m., walkers and runners set off along the course, choosing between a 1-mile route and a 5K loop winding through the Brookside area. Many participants were accompanied by dogs of all sizes, some in colorful attire, reflecting the event’s blend of fitness, fundraising and community celebration.
A demonstration by Pasadena Police K-9 units at 9:40 a.m. drew a sizable crowd, offering a glimpse into the training and discipline behind the department’s working dogs. Later in the morning, Pasadena Humane President and CEO Chris Ramon addressed attendees, thanking supporters and highlighting the organization’s ongoing work. The program also included recognition of top fundraisers and a lively Doggy Costume Contest hosted by George Gray and Amy King.
Following the walk, the park remained active with food trucks, adoptable dogs, and interactive attractions. Families and pet owners visited photo stations and the “Sit, Stay, Play!” training park, where dogs navigated an agility course. A replica of “The Price Is Right” wheel added a playful element, drawing participants for spins and prizes.
Proceeds from the event support a range of Pasadena Humane programs, including its animal intensive care unit, foster care services, kitten nursery, wildlife rehabilitation efforts, pet food pantry and the Helping Paws assistance program for pet owners in need.
This year’s event also carried a note of reflection tied to Altadena’s recovery from the January 2025 Eaton Fire. Organizers highlighted the story of Bootsie, a dog found as a stray after the fire and later adopted by an Altadena family. Bootsie’s image appeared on the event’s commemorative T-shirt.
