Kitten Bowl VII is Coming!

Get ready to huddle around your TV set and cheer on the option of pet adoption during an annual presentation that’s a real game changer for felines in need: Kitten Bowl VII, airing Sunday, Feb. 2 on the Hallmark Channel!

While only time will tell which team will be victorious at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, there’s no doubt that every cuddly calico quarterback, Siamese safety and tabby-striped tight end who pounces on the ball inside the Hallmark Channel Stadium will win the hearts of television viewers.

Here’s the scoop on Kitten Bowl VII:

Who is Hosting Kitten Bowl VII?

Always a cheerleader for the option of pet adoption, North Shore Animal League America spokesperson and famous feline foster Beth Stern has once again stepped into the role of host of the event.

Covering the cat-letes’ during the big game will be Hallmark Channel commentators Jill Wagner and Brennan Elliott for all the play-by-play action.

Gridiron greats Rashad Jennings and Boomer Esiason provide commentary from the moment the furry fullbacks and meowing middle linebackers step a paw on to the pint-sized playing field.

Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: Keith MacDonald

Who Are This Year’s Draft Picks?

Just who are the purring players who will charge the stadium in Kitten Bowl VII? Their names range from Baby Bear (which was also the shelter name of our dog Barli!) to Jacques Le Mew.

Each four-pawed draft pick was a former shelter cat; you can even see their player profiles online!

Credit: ©2019 Crown Media United States LLC/Photographer: JJ Ignotz

Kitten Bowl Events Help Homeless Cats Across the Country!

For football-loving fans of felines who want to add a new furry family member to their own home team, North Shore has teamed up with shelter partners from coast to coast that will host Kitten Bowl purr-ties on game day!

Attendees can watch a virtual clowder of cat-letes as the shelters show Kitten Bowl clips, and at many of the participating facilities cat lovers can also receive Hallmark Channel’s Kitten Bowl trading card packs!

Since the first Kitten Bowl aired in 2014 more than 40,000 homeless companion animals have won the title of MVP (Most Valuable Pet!) in the hearts of forever pet parents.

During “Kitten Bowl” weekend, shelter partners of North Shore Animal League America show clips from the show while showcasing beautiful animals in need of loving, forever homes. Hallmark Channel, as part of the network’s overall pet initiative ADOPTION EVER AFTER, will provide cash grants to the top participating shelters.

Take a virtual visit behind the scenes of Kitten Bowl V with Beth Stern by watching the following Hallmark Channel video:

To find a “Kitten Bowl” party near you go to Hallmarkchannel.com or AnimalLeague.org for further details.

Don’t Miss the Cat Bowl II!

Wonder “Where are they now?” when you think back to previous Kitten Bowl broadcasts?

“Cat Bowl II” will answer that question! This a one-hour special features kittens from previous Kitten Bowls–now adult cats–coming together for an all-star game.

Featuring ‘where are they now’ segments with fun and heartwarming profile pieces. Presented in association with North Shore Animal League America, it is hosted by Beth Stern.

Cat Bowl II airs Saturday, February 1, 11 p.m. ET/PT on Hallmark Channel–the day before Kitten Bowl!