How to Watch the 2025 National Dog Show: Date, Time, Streamer, Dogs and More

With each Thanksgiving comes a few traditions almost everyone celebrates — traveling home to visit friends or family, the mass consumption of turkey and various calorie-filled side dishes and gazing at all the balloons in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

But there’s one other event that’s quickly become a part of everyone’s annual festivities — watching the parade of canines in the annual National Dog Show.

Now in its 24th year, the National Dog Show presents the finest dogs in the country. Who will take the crown this year? Watch With Us has everything you need to know about the 2025 National Dog Show, including the date, time, streaming options and more.

What Date and Time Is the 2025 National Dog Show?

Like previous years, the 2025 National Dog Show will air immediately after Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 27. The usual start time is at noon and ends around 2 p.m., no matter which time zone you’re in.

Where Can I Watch the 2025 National Dog Show Live?

You can watch the 2025 National Dog Show live on NBC.

Is the 2025 National Dog Show Available to Stream?

Yes! The 2025 National Dog Show will be available to stream at noon on Peacock.

Who Is Hosting the 2025 National Dog Show?

There are two hosts this year. David Frei, a professional dog breeder, will preside over the competition alongside Seinfeld actor and Dancing with the Stars alum John O’Hurley. Joining them is veteran NBC Sports personality Mary Carillo, who will provide commentary directly from the showroom.

A fun bit of trivia — Frei guest-starred on Sex and the City in a role he was born to play: himself! In the season 6 episode “The Cold War,” Frei played a judge at a dog show that Kristin Davis’ character, Charlotte York, was competing in with her beloved pooch, Elizabeth Taylor.

Who Won Last Year’s Competition?

Vito the Pug dominated the 2024 National Dog Show and won the top prize. Vito is the Meryl Streep of the canine world, having snagged the Best of Breed award at the AKC National Show and Best in Breed at the Westminster Dog Show in 2023.

Who Is Competing at the 2025 National Dog Show?

Over 2,000 dogs are expected to compete in this year’s edition, with over 200 breeds represented. Every dog is separated and placed into seven main groups: Terriers, Toy, Sporting, Non-Sporting, Working, Herding and Hound. Some popular breeds you can expect to see this year include collies, Boston terriers, Irish setters, akitas and more.

Is the National Dog Show Based on the 2000 Movie ‘Best in Show’?

It is! After the cult comedy premiered in 2000, NBC executive Jon Miller was inspired to start a real dog show like the one seen in the movie, minus all the outrageous contestants and inappropriate commentators.

“When Best in Show premiered, it gave audiences a hilarious and heartfelt look into the world of competitive dog shows — a world we proudly showcase every Thanksgiving,” said Miller.

If you haven’t watched Best in Show, now’s as good a time as any. The Christopher Guest movie is streaming on MGM+ and available to rent or purchase on Prime Video.