Happy Tails: DOGTV's "Adoption Show" Sees Inspiring Success as Adopted Shelter Dogs From Across the U.S. Get New Start

Nearly one-third of the dogs featured on the "Adoption Show" have found their forever homes

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Jul 27, 2017, 09:15 ET

SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Numerous homes have welcomed new, furry family members into their lives after season one of DOGTV's "Adoption Show" reached its halfway point this month. DOGTV, the world's first and only television network created specifically for dogs, has helped to find homes for 20 dogs who were in rescue shelters across the country. The "Adoption Show" has placed 29 percent of its dogs in forever homes, edging out the national average of 25 percent of dogs adopted from all shelters in the U.S.¹

The "Adoption Show" is a 15 minute program featuring 10 adoptable dogs per episode from various rescue shelters and information on how to adopt them. The show is hosted by actress Maggie Lawson, and features renowned dog trainer Victoria Stillwell, who provides tips on helping adopted dogs cope in their new home. Viewers who adopt through the "Adoption Show" receive a DOGTV goodie bag and a special adoption kit with $600 worth of product for their new pup.

"It's thrilling to see the success of the show thus far, and we're looking forward to seeing how many more adoptions the second half of season one leads to," says Ron Levi, Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer, DOGTV. "When we created the 'Adoption Show,' our top priority was to find permanent homes for as many shelter dogs as possible, and we're quickly approaching our goal. Working with local shelters has been a pleasure and to see so many dogs finding homes is what motivates us each day."

"I've been involved in animal philanthropy for years and I'm honored to host the 'Adoption Show' with DOGTV," says Maggie Lawson, "Adoption Show" host. "I'm so happy that this show has had such a positive effect not only on dogs being adopted and the rescue foundations they come from, but also the DOGTV audience. Watching the show improve the lives of so many dogs is remarkable, inspiring, and is why I'm involved in this process."

New episodes of the "Adoption Show" air every Friday through August 25 everywhere DOGTV is available including on Comcast's Xfinity On Demand, DIRECTV, RCN, Apple TV, Chromecast, Amazon FireTV, Roku, iOS, Android and DOGTV's Social Media Channels. Previous episodes and additional information about all of the dogs featured on the show can be found at: dogtv.com/adopt.

"We found Jimmy, our little dachshund, through watching the 'Adoption Show' and he immediately won our hearts over with his energy and compassion. He loves to snuggle and uses his nose to tell you exactly where he wants to be pet," says Kaelyn Pagenkopp, DOGTV viewer. "Now Jimmy spends his time hunting lizards and rabbits around our acreage, and we are so happy we can give him the golden years he deserves."

DOGTV produces programming that is scientifically designed to combat dog boredom, separation anxiety, hyperactivity and more, and has been especially helpful with calming shelter dogs and increasing their adoptability. For the "Adoption Show," DOGTV has partnered with San Francisco SPCA, Chicago Canine Rescue, Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, San Diego Humane Society and SPCA and more.

For additional information on DOGTV and the "Adoption Show" please visit: www.dogtv.com/adopt. Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/DOGTV and follow us on Twitter: @DOGTV and Instagram: @DOGTV.

About DOGTV
DOGTV is the first television network for dogs. A trusted source of scientifically developed content for dogs, DOGTV programming is organized into relaxing, stimulating and exposure segments that work together to provide just the right balance for the daily routines of our beloved "stay-at-home" pups. DOGTV's revolutionary content is designed for a dog's visual, auditory and emotional sensibility. DOGTV is supported by Discovery Communications, and more information is available at dogtv.com.

¹American Humane (2016). Animal Shelter Euthanasia. Retrieved from https://www.americanhumane.org/fact-sheet/animal-shelter-euthanasia-2/

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