Annual Stanley Pup charity special features dogs playing hockey
Annual Stanley Pup charity special features dogs playing hockey
Updated at: June 8, 2026 at 08:00 AM
Hockey fans and animal lovers have a new favorite tradition: the Stanley Pup.
Similar to the famous Puppy Bowl, this annual charity special celebrates the NHL playoffs by featuring adoptable rescue dogs on a miniature ice rink.
Since its 2024 debut, the event has become a heartwarming postseason staple.
Produced by Emmy-nominated Michael Levitt, the show features 32 rescue dogs, each representing an NHL team and sporting a pun-filled name inspired by hockey legends, such as 'Matthew Schaefurry.'
The event is more than just entertainment; it is a serious campaign for animal welfare.
In partnership with the Brandywine Valley SPCA, the broadcast highlights the 'power play for adoption,' using the visibility of professional hockey to help every featured pup find a forever home.
With celebrity guests and professional commentary, the Stanley Pup perfectly blends sports culture with social good.
New segments even follow up on previously adopted dogs, proving that this initiative creates lasting, real-world impacts for pets and families alike.
