One of the CFL\u2019s most popular players is set to star in a new television show chronicling his passion for rescuing dogs.<\/p>\n
Brady Oliveira and his partner, Alex Blumberg, are the faces of Must Love Dogs, a 10-episode television series that will debut on April 20.<\/p>\n
\u201cTogether with the dedicated volunteers of K9 Advocacy, this Winnipeg power couple rescues and finds forever homes for dogs in need across Manitoba,\u201d reads a press release from the CBC.<\/p>\n
\u201cMust Love Dogs\u00a0offers an intimate look at how this Winnipeg power couple navigates high-stakes rescues, Brady\u2019s drive to win another championship for the Blue Bombers, and their race to rehome as many dogs as possible before a brutal winter sets in.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a love story\u2014between two people, their hometown, and every four-legged soul that steals their hearts.\u201d<\/p>\n
The couple has documented their dog rescue efforts on social media for several years, boasting a combined 367,000 followers on Instagram. Now, they\u2019re going to be featured on CBC Gem.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen you watch a dog go from surviving to truly belonging, it changes the way you see adoption,\u201d said Blumberg in a press release. \u201cThey\u2019re not \u2018rescue dogs.\u2019 They\u2019re just dogs who need a chance \u2014 and once they get it, they thrive.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe series gives an intimate look at our relationship, our dogs, our life and Brady\u2019s career with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers \u2014 all woven together as a love letter to the city we call home.\u201d<\/p>\n
Oliveira has played six seasons with his hometown Blue Bombers, becoming the full-time starter at running back in 2022. He has rushed for 5,480 yards, caught 188 passes for 1,830 yards, and scored 27 touchdowns over 83 career regular-season games, winning two Grey Cups, two CFL rushing titles, two Most Outstanding Canadian awards, and one Most Outstanding Player award.<\/p>\n