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Shelter waives adoption fees for adult dogs under 59-pounds to honor Luke Kuechly

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Control and Care says they wanted to do this since Kuechly has done so much for the community.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina shelter is doing something special to honor now-retired Panthers linebacker, Luke Kuechly.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Control and Care is waiving adoption fees for all adult dogs under 59-pounds, as long as a financial donation is made. Kuechly wore the number 59 during his eight seasons with the Panthers.

The promotion runs through February 14.

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The shelter has a goal to find homes for 107 dogs. The number represents the total of some of Kuechly's career stats.

2 Touchdowns
12.5 Sacks
7 Pro Bowl Appearances
18 Interceptions
67 Pass Deflections

Adopters will be entered in a drawing to win a Luke Kuechly prize pack.

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