The holiday TV season brings parades and puppies. The National Dog Show is gearing up for its 2025 contest, set to air after the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as per usual.

The National Dog Show is a two-hour special hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia as an annual celebration of dogdom, dating back to 1879, and is sanctioned by the American Kennel Club (AKC). The competition includes breed and group judging, culminating in the Best in Show finale, during which one of seven group-winning dogs will be chosen and celebrated as the winner. This year, 1,800 of the nation’s top dogs spanning over 190 breeds will make up the competitive field.

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