Wolves open the doors for Adopt-A-Dog program
The Chicago Wolves will host Chicago's Department of Animal Care and Control Adopt-a-Dog Program, sponsored by Pedigree, at their home opener at the Allstate Arena on Saturday when they face the Peoria Rivermen at 7 p.m.
More than 635 dogs have found homes through Wolves Adopt-a-Dog nights over the last seven seasons. Fans interested in adopting can visit "Brian's Barking Buddies" - named after Wolves defenseman and program spokesman Brian Sipotz - in the East Lobby by the customer service booth.
The Wolves became involved with the program through the team's chairman of the board Don Levin, who has adopted pets from similar programs. In 2003, Levin purchased and donated the Animobile, a mobile adoption unit and modern clinic staffed by veterinarians and adoption specialists.
The dogs will be available for adoption at both the game and tailgate party, which takes place from 2 to 6 p.m. in the Southwest Parking Lot of the Allstate Arena. Prospective owners must go through a screening process and pay a $65 fee, which includes spaying or neutering, all vaccinations, a Chicago license for their new pet and a Wolves dog collar. Those who do not live in Chicago will be charged a $54.50 fee, which does not include a pet license. Puppies less than three months old and too young for the rabies vaccination can be adopted for a reduced rate.
For more information, call 1-800-THE-WOLVES or contact ACC at 312-747-1380.