D.C. is once again among the cities where Uber and Animal Planet are working together to deliver puppies on Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Pawl Ryan visits the Glass Enclosed Nerve Center Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Bark Obama enjoys his visit to Ƶapp on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. (Ƶapp/Jamie Forzato)
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For the second year, Uber ran a puppy share to support the Washington Animal Rescue League. (Ƶapp/Meera Pal)
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Pawl Ryan visits Ƶapp on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Who knew puppies liked to read the newspaper? These puppies from the Washington Animal Rescue League like to stay informed. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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For the second year, Uber "delivered" puppies as part of a puppy sharing event to support the Washington Animal Rescue League. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Rick and a puppy Jake Pawl Ryan gives Rick Massimo a kiss in the Ƶapp newsroom Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. Uber "delivered" puppies to supports of the Washington Animal Rescue League to help raise funds for WARL. (Ƶapp/Mike Jakaitis)
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It's hard work delivering joy to D.C. Barko Rubio and three other puppies from the Washington Animal Rescue League visited Ƶapp Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016 as part of fundraising effort with Uber. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Bark Obama poses for a selfie during a visit to Ƶapp Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Shhh.....Barko Rubio is sleeping during a liveshot on Ƶapp Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. Uber "delivered" the puppies to the Glass Enclosed Nerve Center as part of a fundraiser for the Washington Animal Rescue League. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Muriel 'Bow'ser enjoys a visit to the Glass Enclosed Nerve Center with Ƶapp Traffic Director Jim Battagliese. Muriel and three other puppies were "delivered" to Ƶapp by Uber as part of a fundraising effort for the Washington Animal Rescue League Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Puppies from the Washinton Animal Rescue League try to pose for a photo in the Ƶapp newsroom on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. Uber delivered puppies to help raise money for WARL. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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A party of puppies in the Ƶapp newsroom. For the second year, Uber delivered puppies throughout D.C. to raise money for the Washington Animal Rescue League. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Bark Obama poses for a photo in the Ƶapp newsroom Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. For the second year, Uber delivered puppies in D.C. to raise money for the Washington Animal Rescue League. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
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Pawl Ryan, a girl, has black and white spots plus a salt and pepper nose. She was among the puppies that Uber delivered Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2016 as part of a fundraiser for the Washington Animal Rescue League. (Ƶapp/Amanda Iacone)
WASHINGTON — Uber is not only a ride-sharing service — it’s a puppy-sharing service, too. At least that’s the case on Wednesday, when for a second year it will deliver puppies in D.C. for a good cause.
D.C. is once again among the cities where Uber and Animal Planet are working together to deliver puppies on Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The experience costs $30 for a 15-minute window.
Seem a little expensive for some puppy playtime? Uber says the money will go to the , a nonprofit animal shelter located in Northwest.
And there’s good news if you find yourself unable to pull away from a pooch — the puppies are available for adoption.
The company says availability will be limited. Its last year brought an influx of requests — including in D.C.
“Demand will be high as many will want to play with these cute little canines, so your patience is appreciated,” Uber said in a news release.
Last year, D.C. ranked near the top when it came to — behind Seattle and Los Angeles.
In 2015, more than 70 puppies were adopted in the participating 10 cities. In fact, all of the canines circulated during last year’s event in D.C. found forever homes.
Even if you don’t get puppy time, you can still .
The event comes days before — the annual TV program where puppies rumble on a mock gridiron. The show airs opposite the Super Bowl.
To participate:
Open the Uber app between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wednesday and enter “PUPPIESDC.”
Request the “PUPPIES” option in the app.
Make sure you have an enclosed space for the puppies before their arrival.
Editor’s Note: WARL and Ƶapp are partners for the segment where adoptable pets are showcased.
Sarah Beth Hensley is the Digital News Director at Ƶapp. She has worked several different roles since she began with Ƶapp in 2013 and has contributed to award-winning stories and coverage on the website.