‘We’re Not Just Here to Sell Weed’: An Illinois Dispensary’s Mission To Home Shelter Dogs
Cannabis businesses are increasingly stepping up their community involvement, addressing pressing social issues, and fostering positive local connections. One standout example is Ivy Hall, a dog-friendly neighborhood cannabis retailer in Illinois and a proud member of the Illinois Social Equity Program.
Ivy Hall has recently launched an initiative to combat the issue of overcrowded animal shelters helping local fluffy friends.
A Lifeline For Shelter Dogs
In response to alarming trends in animal shelters, including a 16% increase in euthanasia rates at Chicago Animal Care and Control during the first four months of 2024, Ivy Hall decided to take action.
Their Dog Adoption Days initiative, which runs throughout July, transforms Ivy Hall’s dispensaries into temporary adoption centers. Partnering with local adoption agencies, they aim to address the critical issue of overcrowded shelters. Customers can visit any of Ivy Hall’s eight participating locations between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. multiple days throughout July to find their future canine companions.
Jonny Boucher, director of marketing at Ivy Hall, explained …