NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Louisiana SPCA and Pokémon Center are teaming up this month for a special partnership that celebrates the bond between people and pets while supporting animal welfare in the New Orleans community.
To celebrate the launch of Pokémon Center’s new “Pokémon Playful Partners” Pet Accessories collection, Pokémon Center is partnering with the Louisiana SPCA for a special pet adoption event taking place while the 2026 Pokémon North America International Championships are in New Orleans.
On June 11 from 4 to 6 p.m., community members and Pokémon fans alike will have the opportunity to meet adoptable pets from the Louisiana SPCA during a special offsite adoption activation at Petite Rouge Café and Coffee Truck. The event will feature adoptable animals and exclusive Pokémon Center product samples for adopters while supplies last.
Pokémon fans attending the 2026 Pokémon North America International Championships at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center will also have the opportunity to visit the official Pokémon Center store from June 11–14 to explore the new “Pokémon Playful Partners” merchandise collection.
“Partnerships like this create fun and meaningful opportunities to connect more animals with loving homes while bringing the community together in memorable ways,” said Cathleen Randon, chief advancement and marketing officer of the Louisiana SPCA. “We are excited to partner with Pokémon Center during this special event in New Orleans and celebrate the joy, companionship, and second chances pets bring to our lives.”
The Pokémon Center and Louisiana SPCA adoption event will include several exciting features, including:
- Adoptable dogs from the Louisiana SPCA
- Exclusive Pokémon Center pet accessory samples for adopters while supplies last
- Photo opportunities and community engagement moments for Pokémon fans and animal lovers
- A special offsite adoption activation hosted at Petite Rouge Café and Coffee Truck (3146 Calhoun St., New Orleans, LA 70125)
For more information, please visit the Louisiana SPCA Events Page.
