‘Hunks for Hounds’ Calendar Pairs Handsome Men With Dogs for a Very Good Cause

Some fundraisers sell cookies. Others host silent auctions, organize charity walks, or ask supporters to buy a raffle ticket. Philadoptables has another idea. Find some animal-loving men, introduce them to adorable dogs, put everybody in front of a camera, and turn the results into a calendar that helps animals in need. The nonprofit’s annual Hunks for Hounds calendar is back for 2027, proving once again that puppies and shirtless men can, in fact, be part of a perfectly respectable fundraising strategy. More importantly, every calendar purchased helps Philadoptables support at-risk animals throughout the Greater Philadelphia area. Credit: Facebook The Requirements Are Pretty Simple Earlier this year, Philadoptables put out a call for “animal loving men” willing to pose for its 2027 Hunks for Hounds calendar. CBS Philadelphia helped spread the word, noting that the annual fundraiser raises money to help provide veterinary care for pets in need. Despite the name, previous editions haven’t relied on professional models. Over the years, local police officers, personal trainers, scientists, city employees, radio executives and other willing volunteers have stepped in front of the camer...