This year, we wanted to do something extra special to mark the start of Crufts – aka 'the Olympics of the dog world’ – and highlight the importance of joint care for your pup.

And what better way to do it than with a 1km ‘golden leash’ relay race mapping out a dog’s face across London’s Victoria Park!

Supported by British Olympian and world’s fastest vet, Laura Muir, six incredible canines and their owners joined forces to complete the Joint Effort course in an impressive 9.01 minutes.

Get ready with us

Before embarking on the race, the dogs followed a tailored 6-week training programme designed by Laura, and of course, we made sure their joints were fully supported with YuMOVE Joint Care supplements.

During each leg, our canine competitors completed a series of fun challenges, inspired by the YuMOVE-sponsored Crufts agility course, including The Weave Walk, Magic Cups and Step-Ups.

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Meet the runners

Hector the Labrador

With more than 500k followers, loveable Lab Hector is a sporting superstar, as well as a social one!

Pippa the Two-Legged Wonder

Model dog Pippa made light work of the Crufts-inspired ‘chicane’ in her trusty wheels.

Tina the Mastif

Spanish rescue dog Tina, braved the British weather to smash a 200-metre sprint, proving she’s unstoppable.

Rolo the Support Dog

Home help hero Rolo brought heart and hustle to the race, showing the world the true meaning of ‘man’s best friend.’

Ella the Greyhound

Pets As Therapy dog Ellie is a retired racing champ who showed off her zoomies one more time in a nostalgic sprint to the finish line.

Nigel the Agility Ace

A Crufts agility up and coming star who dazzled spectators with tricks, leaving
the crowd begging for more!

Get involved for a chance to win!

Enter our Joint Effort challenge for your chance to WIN:

  • A two-night stay at a dog-friendly hotel, complete with dinner and breakfast, up to the value of £250 courtesy of Pet's Pyjamas

  • A 12-month subscription to YuMOVE Joint Care
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