Subaru of America, Inc. and the Philadelphia Union announced on August 21st that Subaru Park, home of the Union, will provide stadium seating to the likenesses of local adoptable dogs at home games in the 2020 season, starting with the very first home game on Tuesday, August 25. These cardboard cutouts of dogs available for adoptions will temporarily fill in for real-life spectators at the Union’s home opener and very first game played at Subaru Park.

Inspired by the Union’s legendary Sons of Ben team supporter group, the “Dogs of Ben” cutouts will represent a real pup available for adoption in the greater Philadelphia area. Working with local shelters, including the Providence Animal Center, Subaru will fill the stands at midfield with the cardboard four-legged Union fans with the goal of uniting the real-life pups they depict with new owners.

“At Subaru, our love for pets runs as deeply as our love for soccer, and from the onset of our partnership with the Union, we knew we wanted to bring our furry friends out to Subaru Park and bring awareness to adopting shelter pets,” said Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Subaru of America, Inc. “While home games may look a bit different this year, we hope the Dogs of Ben add some fun to gameday while helping to unite local dogs in the greater Philadelphia area with loving owners.”

“We are thrilled to be hosting the first Philadelphia Union game at Subaru Park on August 25 and to introduce the innovative ways we are incorporating our fans, community, partners, and even adoptable pets into a Union gameday,” said Tim McDermott, President, Philadelphia Union. “As a community-first minded company and alongside our partner Subaru, we will continue to look for ways to help and highlight organizations in need.”

Beginning with the first Philadelphia Union home game on August 25, viewers can spot the Dogs of Ben on partner station PHL17. Those looking to take home a real-life furry Union fan of their own can check out the dogs below to learn more information.

Subaru and the Union joined forces in February, kickstarting a multi-year stadium naming rights partnership that gave the name Subaru Park to the 18,500-seat sports and events destination and home of the Union. Together, the two companies are committed to supporting the greater Philadelphia community with charitable programs, including the Dogs of Ben program announced today, as an extension of the Subaru Love Promise vision.

Dogs of Ben is a part of the Subaru Loves Pets initiative, which is dedicated to helping improve the safety and well-being of animals in communities nationwide. The automaker’s commitment to pets is one part of its Love Promise company vision.

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Shelter	Name	Gender	Age	Breed	About
Providence Animal Center	Delphine	Female	10	Mixed-Chi	Whether she’s napping in the sun or cuddling in your arms, Delphine is an easygoing girl with a sweet and relaxed disposition.
Providence Animal Center	Ghost	Male	2	Mixed	This alpha dog is a natural leader who oozes confidence. Get Ghost on your team and you’re guaranteed to win the game.
Providence Animal Center	Leonardo	Male	2	Mixed	Put Leonardo in coach – he’s ready to play! This ball of energy dreams of chasing down chew toys, soccer balls and a loving owner to call his own.
Providence Animal Center	Mina	Female	1	Mixed	A glamour dog with a healthy dose of sass, Mina is a puppy princess just looking for a castle of her own.
Providence Animal Center	Mona	Female	2	Mixed	Mona doesn’t worry about her stats – she just wants to have fun. But once she’s on your team, you’ll never lose a game again.
Providence Animal Center	Perrin	Male	10	Mixed	Perrin may be an older dog, but that doesn’t mean she can’t learn new tricks! Adaptable and always ready for fun, she’ll be sitting, staying and heeling in no time!
Providence Animal Center	Reese	Male	1	Mixed	Reese is a ball magnet – on and off the pitch, he’ll always find his way into a game, and he’ll always find a way to win.
Providence Animal Center	Sheba	Male	2	Husky-mixed	Sheba is looking for her spot in the Union Hall of Fame. But for now, she’s looking to settle down with a family.
Providence Animal Center	Susie	Female	8	Mixed	Susie is one independent lady. Except when it comes to belly rubs, she’ll never turn one down.
Providence Animal Center	Trey	Male	1	Mixed	From napping to running around, Trey sure is a keeper..
Providence Animal Center	Veve	Female	5	Mixed	Veve is an asset to any team. For example, she always returns the ball and she is terrific at puppy kisses..