National Dog Show: All You Need to Know

"The National Dog Show: A Thanksgiving Tradition" 🐾 Dive into the history, highlights, and charm of this beloved event, airing every Thanksgiving on NBC!

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📜 Started in 1879 – Inspired by the 1876 U.S. Centennial Dog Show. – Hosted annually by The Kennel Club of Philadelphia. – Resumed in 1933 after a brief pause.

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Major U.S. Dog Show 🏆 Part of the Big Three: 1️⃣ National Dog Show 2️⃣ AKC National Championship 3️⃣ Westminster Dog Show

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Unique Feature 🐕 One of the Last Benched Shows: – Six remain in the U.S. – Spectators can meet the dogs and their handlers.

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Televised Thanksgiving Event 📺 Aired on NBC since 2002: – Follows the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. – Hosts: John O’Hurley & David Frei – Sponsor: Nestlé Purina PetCare

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Memorable Winner 🥇 Record-Breaker: – GCH Foxcliffe Claire Randall Fraser (Scottish Deerhound) – First dog to win Best in Show twice (2020 & 2021).

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Why Thanksgiving? 🍂 Perfect Fit for Families: – Pets are like family, creating a natural bond. – Viewers root for their favorite breeds—a unique “alma mater effect.” 🎞️ Inspired by the 2000 film Best in Show.

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A Timeless Tradition 🌟 Thanksgiving Day Staple: – Aired nationally at 12 PM (all time zones). – Re-airs: Friday, Saturday, or Sunday after Thanksgiving. 🐾 Celebrate dogs and family with this enduring American tradition!

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