Meet the 2025 Puppy Bowl Lineup & How to Watch
The Puppy Bowl is back, and this year’s furry competition is shaping up to be cuter than ever! On Sunday, February 9th, puppies from Team Ruff and Team Fluff will face off for the ultimate prize: the Lombarky Trophy.
Featuring adorable players from shelters and rescues across the country, the Puppy Bowl isn’t just about fun—it’s also about finding loving homes for these playful pups.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Puppy Bowl, from the lineup to how you can get involved and help support rescue animals.
What to Expect This Year
Puppy Bowl XXI is set to deliver all the action, joy, and puppy antics fans love. The event features:
Full player rosters for Team Ruff and Team Fluff, showcasing adoptable pups of all breeds, sizes, and personalities.
The sixteen Starting Lineup players, who are competing for the fan-voted title of "Most Pupular" in the Pupularity Playoffs.
Special segments highlighting the incredible work of shelters and rescues that care for these adorable athletes.
And don’t forget the Kitty Halftime Show, featuring adoptable kittens ready to dazzle the crowd with their cuteness!
When and Where to Watch
📅 Date: Sunday, February 9th, 2025
🕒 Time: 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT
📺 Channel: Animal Planet
Why the Puppy Bowl Matters
The Puppy Bowl isn’t just an afternoon of entertainment—it’s also a platform for raising awareness about the importance of animal adoption. Every player in the Puppy Bowl comes from a shelter or rescue, and many find their forever homes as a result of the event. Since its launch, the Puppy Bowl has helped inspire countless adoptions and highlighted the incredible work of rescue organizations.
How You Can Get Involved
Whether you’re rooting for Team Ruff or Team Fluff, there are plenty of ways to make a difference for animals in need:
Adopt a Pet: If you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family, visit your local shelter or rescue to meet adoptable animals.
Support Participating Rescues: Donate to organizations like Operation Paws for Homes, which helps give pups like Abigail a second chance.
Vote in the Pupularity Playoffs: Show your support for your favorite player by voting daily for "Most Pupular."
Spread the Word: Share information about the Puppy Bowl and the importance of adoption on social media to help raise awareness.
Get to know the incredible rescue stories behind these pups on Discovery.
Tune in to the Puppy Bowl on Sunday, February 9th, at 2 PM ET/11 AM PT on Animal Planet, and see them in action while celebrating the amazing work of shelters and rescues.
