BANGKOK, Thailand – Her Majesty the Queen graciously presided over and joined the “Run for Wheels#5: Run So Dogs Can Run” charity event, held at Kasetsart University’s Bangkhen Campus in Bangkok.
Upon arrival, Her Majesty was received by Acting President of Kasetsart University Damrong Sripraram, senior university executives, the Chair of the organizing foundation, and members of the organizing committee. Her Majesty proceeded to the starting point, where a briefing on the event objectives was presented. The project aims to use proceeds after expenses to provide wheelchairs for disabled animals and to support the purchase of medical equipment for the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Kasetsart University.
Her Majesty signaled the start of the running events, which include categories for runners and those accompanied by dogs over distances of 10 kilometers and 3 kilometers. Her Majesty also joined the walking activity over a distance of 3 kilometers, accompanied by the royal dog, Winter.
Upon reaching the finish point, Her Majesty received a commemorative medal and a certificate of recognition for the royal dog. Her Majesty then proceeded to the stage to present trophies to winners in the 10-kilometre race categories, including male, female, and runner-with-dog divisions. Representatives of the organizing committee and supporting partners later presented souvenirs to Her Majesty before she departed the venue.
The event promotes physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and positive relationships between people and their companion animals, while supporting animal welfare and veterinary medical development. (NNT)
