National Dog Show 2020: How to watch live on TV and online this Thanksgiving
The contest was taped without an audience due to Covid-19
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.The Covid-19 pandemic has forced many households to switch up their traditions this Thanksgiving Day, but one staple remains: the National Dog Show.
This year’s contest was held on 14 and 15 November in Oaks, Pennsylvania, at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Centre.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the show was held without spectators, sponsors, vendors, or media, according to NBC Sports. Social distancing and other safety guidelines were in place, including mask wearing and temperature checks.
The event was taped and is now ready to air on Thanksgiving Day following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Here is everything you need to know about this year’s National Dog Show:
The National Dog Show will air on NBC on Thanksgiving day, from 12pm to 2pm local time.
The event is also available to stream online and on the NBC Sports app.
As always, the programme will include group categories and will see one dog crowned Best in Show.
This year, the number of canine contestants was capped to 600 – a significant decrease compared to the usual 2,000.
Last year’s National Dog Show was won by Thor the Bulldog.
Three breeds are being featured in the National Dog Show for the first time this year: the Dogo Argentino, the Belgian Laekenois, and the Barbet.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments