Dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds came together with their owners to take part in a 5km canicross race at Ta’ Qali on Saturday morning. 

The race, the second edition, was organised by ultra-triathlete Fabio Spiteri, who in September became the second person to cycle around the Sicilian coast in less than two days.

Photo: Matthew Mirabelli

Apart from running, Spiteri has a passion for animals, one of the reasons he merged the two together and came up with the idea of holding a canicross race last year. 

"There were around 90 dogs this morning and the atmosphere was fantastic, everyone running or walking with their dog and having a good time," Spiteri said. 

Malcolm Vella, who runs under club Mellieħa AC, together with Milo, placed first male, with a time of 18:26 minutes.

Marija Cumbo, along with Prince placed first female, with a time of 21:28 minutes. 

Malcom Vella and Milo on Saturday morning Photo: Matthew Mirabelli