The Pella Police Department is continuing fundraising efforts for a new K-9 unit.

Captain Paul Haase says the Pella Police Department is organizing a K-9 5K event. Pre-registration will be $35 through this evening, and $40 on day of the race for the Run with Your Pooch event on Saturday at 9 a.m., starting at Pella Christian High School. All profits will be going towards the Pella Police Department K-9 Community Fundraiser Program. Sign up by clicking here.

Participants can run with their dog if the pooch is up-to-date on vaccinations and non-aggressive. Following the event, there will be an opportunity to take a picture with an officer and the dog, and winners will receive a medal and swag bag. All donors will receive a receipt and be recognized at the K-9 program kick-off ceremony.