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National Dog Show 2025 to Air on NBC on Thanksgiving; More Than 2,000 Dogs to Compete in Oaks, Pa.

A well-groomed Golden Retriever standing on its bench at an indoor dog show, with handlers and show equipment blurred in the background.

The 2025 National Dog Show — a benched conformation event with over 2,000 entrants spanning 205 breeds — was held Nov. 15–16 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pa.; NBC will air a two-hour special on Thanksgiving Day from noon to 2 p.m. Read On…

AKC adds Danish‑Swedish Farmdog as 202nd recognized breed in the United States

Danish‑Swedish Farmdog standing alert in a farmyard at golden hour, showing compact build and short coat

The American Kennel Club has granted full recognition to the Danish‑Swedish Farmdog, increasing the registry's roster to 202 breeds. The compact, hardworking breed—rooted in centuries of northern European farm work—counts roughly 400 dogs in the U.S. and will make its National Dog Show debut on Thanksgiving. Read On…

National Dog Show 2025 to Feature 1,994 Dogs Across 201 Breeds at Oaks Expo Center

Danish-Swedish Farmdog standing in a show ring inside the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center

The Kennel Club of Philadelphia will stage the 2025 National Dog Show at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pennsylvania, showcasing 1,994 dogs from 201 breeds and airing on Thanksgiving Day at 12 p.m. ET for a two-hour broadcast. Read On…