We've heard the barking, here's your Bobblehank
Ninth bobblehead added as September 13 will feature Bobblehank; financial donations by Brewers and players, Adopt-a-pet and pet supply collection drive to benefit rescue organizations also tied into Wisconsin Humane Society Day
MILWAUKEE - In response to overwhelming popular demand, the Milwaukee Brewers are adding a 15th all-fan giveaway to the schedule in 2014. Hank, the "Ballpark Pup," will be featured as a ninth Bobblehead to be given away to all-fans as part of a Wisconsin Humane Society Day on Saturday, September 13 at Miller Park. The Brewers take on the Cincinnati Reds that evening at 6:10 pm.
Tickets to the game are available now through Brewers.com, at the Miller Park Box Office, and by calling 414-902-4000.
A portion of the proceeds from tickets sales for that game will be donated by the Brewers to the Wisconsin Humane Society's "Hank Fund," a pool that benefits stray animals in their care transferred from the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission, as well as stray animals at the WHS Ozaukee and Racine Campuses. Brewers players have stepped forward and also will contribute to the fund.
"We had Hank down here with us for almost a month, and he became one of the most popular guys in the clubhouse," said Brewers pitcher Brandon Kintzler, who actively supports the Wisconsin Humane Society through financial contributions and participation in other initiatives. "We wanted to do something special to benefit other animals who are stray, homeless or have other needs, and there's no better cause than helping build this fund."
The team, in cooperation with the Wisconsin Humane Society, will sponsor numerous initiatives that evening, including an Adopt-a-Pet event on the Miller Park concourse where fans can meet four-legged friends available for adoption. In addition, all weekend long fans are encouraged by Brewers Community Foundation to bring new pet supplies that will be distributed to area rescue organizations as part of the "Drive for Charity." Items that will be collected include canned or dry puppy, cat and kitten food; dog and cat toys (no stuffed toys, please); dog and cat treats; dog harnesses; cat litter; stainless steel food and water bowls.
"Hank has crossed every demographic and is so much more than just a sports or pop-culture phenomenon," said Brewers Chief Operating Officer Rick Schlesinger. "We're seeing that his story can brighten everyone's day, but it also greatly benefits these worthy organizations that do so much good in our community."