UNheardof has another adidas collaboration on the way, this time using the Adistar Control 5 to tell the story of Otto, the 12-year-old dog owned by founder Phil Lipschutz. Following the Cincinnati shop’s earlier “Piggy Runner” releases, the new project puts attention on dog adoption and encourages people to adopt from shelters rather than buy from puppy mills.

The shoe uses black pony hair across the upper with white Three Stripes, matching Otto’s coat. A pink tongue is meant to resemble a dog’s tongue and includes a stitched portrait of Otto on the left shoe. There is even a squeaker built into the top of the tongue, adding another playful detail tied directly to the theme.

Paw prints appear on the toe and right heel, while the insoles show Otto alongside some of his favorite toys. Green “Doggy Runner” embroidery lands across the heels with reflective 3M detailing underneath. The inner tongues read “Ok Sit” and “Ok, Give Me Paw,” while the multicolor outsole includes a small yellow section that continues the dog-inspired humor.

The UNheardof x adidas Adistar Control 5 “Doggy Runner” will release on December 5, 2026 exclusively through UNheardof in limited quantities. Adult sizing will be available along with kids pairs, which are being called the “Puppy Runner.”

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