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the National dog show is one of the most famous dog shows in the world. Hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, the show was founded in 1879 and has been held annually since 1933. The NDS is sanctioned by the American Kennel Club, and only purebred dogs registered with the AKC can compete. The AKC recognizes 208 breeds and varieties of dogs, divided into seven different groups. Click here to stream it live online.

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Dog Show will be held without spectators, vendors, sponsors or media. Judging will be done under strict safety guidelines, including social distancing, the wearing of masks, and temperature monitoring of all participants. The competition will be limited to 600 dogs, a decrease of 70% from the nearly 2,000 who compete in a regular year. Learn more about the National Dog Show’s COVID-19 safety protocols for the 2020 edition.

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NBC has televised the event after Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade since 2002. John O’Hurley and David Frei will reprise their roles as hosts, having co-hosted together since the National Dog Show first aired. Mary Carillo will also be back for more commentary, analysis and behind-the-scenes looks at one of the oldest dog shows in the world.

This year, three dog breeds are making their National Dog Show debuts.

How can I watch the dog show at Thanksgiving?

Watch the 2020 National Dog Show on NBC directly after Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. Coverage of the National Dog Show begins Thursday, November 26 at 12 p.m. local time and continues through 2 p.m., covering the group and Best in Show judges.

The National Dog Show can also be streamed here on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app at 12 p.m. ET on Thanksgiving Day. The NBC Sports app is available on mobile and connected devices including Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire.