Write a warm, on-the-ground news report introducing eight Connecticut dogs chosen for the 2026 Puppy Bowl, highlighting their teams, shelters, and adoption-friendly angles. Include human-interest details like Teigan’s wheelchair mobility and Polly’s visual impairment, and note the two dogs who are siblings (Nova and Maverick) and the new senior exhibition halftime. Paint a vivid scene of the dog lineup, their rescue backgrounds, and how their stories inspire viewers to consider adoption.