Students flock to Rent-a-Puppy event

More than 900 students have responded to the opportunity to rent a puppy in Dunn Meadow today.  

“It’s exceeded our expectations,” Executive Director and Campus Minister of Lutheran Campus Ministries Jeff Schacht said.

Schacht said he is expecting at least 400 to 500 participants to come to
the event.

“Rent-A-Puppy!” is sponsored by Lutheran Campus Ministries and proceeds will benefit the Bloomington Animal Shelter.

Students will pay $5 and provide a valid driver’s license or student ID. They will receive a puppy for a half an hour, according to the event page.

“We’re just hoping to provide students with the opportunity to relieve some stress with it being being dead week and finals next week,” Schacht said.

In addition to the $5 cover charge, the shelter will accept donations of toys, food, pet beds and other supplies.

Registration for slots begins at 12:30 p.m. and the first available slot will be
at 1 p.m.

— Michael Majchrowicz