Thanksgiving Day isn't just about family and food — it's also about furry friends!
Running for more than two decades, the Kennel Club of Philadelphia's National Dog Show is one of America's most prestigious dog shows. The event showcases and celebrates purebred dogs of all kinds as they compete for the title of Best in Show.
In last year's competition, Vito the pug won national honors, making him the first pug to win the Best in Show title. Which dog will stand out this year?
Here is everything you need to know about the 2025 National Dog Show, including TV and streaming options for the annual canine competition.
Where to watch National Dog Show 2025: TV channel, live stream
- TV channel: NBC
- Live stream: Peacock
The National Dog Show will air nationally on NBC. Cord-cutters can stream the entire competition on Peacock.
Peacock's sports programming features live coverage of NFL Sunday Night Football, the NBA, Olympic and Paralympic Games, Big Ten football and basketball, Notre Dame football, Big East and Big 12 basketball, Premier League soccer, golf and more.
National Dog Show 2025 start time
- Date: Thursday, Nov. 27
- Time: Noon ET
The National Dog Show broadcast will begin at noon ET on Thanksgiving Day. It will air right after the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
National Dog Show Best in Show winners list
Here are the last 10 Best in Show winners at the National Dog Show:
| Year | Winner | Breed |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Vito | Pug |
| 2023 | Stache | Sealyham Terrier |
| 2022 | Winston | French Bulldog |
| 2021 | Claire | Scottish Deerhound |
| 2020 | Claire | Scottish Deerhound |
| 2019 | Thor | Bulldog |
| 2018 | Whiskey | Whippet |
| 2017 | Newton | Brussels Griffon |
| 2016 | Gia | Greyhound |
| 2015 | Charlie | Skye Terrier |