The highly anticipated Puppy Bowl is almost here! Warner Bros. is gearing up for the 21st edition of this “cutest competition of the year,” featuring an impressive lineup of 142 rescue puppies hailing from 80 shelters spanning 40 states and two countries. Described as the “longest running call-to-adoption television event,” the three-hour extravaganza will showcase the inspiring journeys of these pups from birth to forever homes, shining a light on the dedication of the shelters and rescues involved.
Scheduled to air on Sunday, February 9th at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET, the Puppy Bowl will be simulcast on Animal Planet, Discovery, Discovery+, TBS, truTV, and Max. The competition will see Team Fluff taking on Team Ruff for the prestigious Walmart “Lombarky” trophy and the coveted MVP (Most Valuable Puppy) title. Notable contestants include Smoosh, the sole Pekingese competitor, and Tuani, a chihuahua-German shepherd mix from Nicaragua.
Returning as referee is the familiar face of Dan Schachner, accompanied by sportscasters Steve Levy and Taylor Rooks providing lively commentary. Prior to the main event, viewers can tune in to “Puppy Bowl XXI Kickoff” at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET on Animal Planet, featuring a showcase of 10 puppy prospects engaging in practice drills and a Puppy Combine to determine the top picks for Team Ruff and Team Fluff.
Adding a heartwarming touch, the event will spotlight 11 special needs dogs who refuse to let their disabilities hinder their spirit on the field. Notable participants include Jolene, a wheelchair-bound American pit bull terrier mix, Julep – the first St. Bernard mix to compete, Sprinkle – a blind and hearing-impaired Australian shepherd mix, and Parsnip – a rescue pit bull mix trained by Kansas City Chiefs player Derrick Nnadi and his girlfriend.
In a bid to promote adoption, segments featuring adoptable puppies and kittens will be integrated into the event. Moreover, audiences can participate in the “Pupularity Playoffs” by voting for their favorite pup on PuppyBowl.com.
Excitement is building as the 2025 Puppy Bowl promises to be a heartwarming and memorable event for all animal lovers to enjoy.
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