America’s VetDogs and Team Foster cycle for service dogs

October 7, 2025
America's VetDogs and Team Foster cycle for service dogs

America’s VetDogs and Team Foster, have revealed that registration is now open for Ruff Ride New York City, a high‑energy, 24‑hours spin relay set for March 28–29, 2026, at the Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory (216 Fort Washington Ave, Manhattan).

America’s VetDogs is a New York-based national nonprofit that provides specially trained service dogs to veterans and first responders and disabilities.

Team Foster is a nonprofit that fundraises to provide accredited, life-saving service dogs to injured and disabled veterans.

Features of the ride

Over the course of 24-hours, teams and solo riders will push their endurance limits in support of life‑saving service dogs for US veterans and first responders with disabilities.

Every pedal stroke funds the care, training and placement of these vital companions. Individuals, Teams, Corporations, Community Groups and more, are encouraged to participate.

To date, Team Foster has raised more than $2 million through high-energy events like Ruff Ride.

Founder and Executive Director, Team Foster, Nick Liermann’s statement

Nick Liermann, founder and Executive Director at Team Foster explained: “As we grow our presence in New York City, we’re proud to partner with America’s VetDogs, a national leader in training and placing service dogs with veterans and first responders.

“Together, we’re bridging the gap by connecting more folks with the support they deserve.”

President and CEO, America’s VetDogs, John Miller’s statement

John Miller, President and CEO of America’s VetDogs stated: “We’re excited to partner with Team Foster for the launch of Ruff Ride NYC.

“This one-of-a-kind event unites veterans, first responders, supporters and dog lovers right in the heart of New York City—all with the shared goal of raising critical funds and awareness for our mission.

“Together, we’re helping to provide service dogs to those who have given so much for our country and communities.”

America’s VetDogs and Team Foster cycle for service dogs: Summary

America’s VetDogs and Team Foster, have revealed that registration is now open for Ruff Ride New York City, a high‑energy, 24‑hours spin relay set for March 28–29, 2026.

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