Puppy Bowl: Time, Adoption Info, and Details

On Super Bowl Sunday, you won’t want to miss out on the cutest event of the year – the Puppy Bowl! This heartwarming celebration of adoption is back for its 22nd year, featuring a whopping 150 dogs from 72 shelters across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the British Virgin Islands. These adorable pups from Team Fluff and Team Ruff will not only compete for the Lombarky Trophy but will also steal your heart in the hopes of finding their forever homes.

For the first time ever, this year’s Puppy Bowl will shine a spotlight on senior dogs with a special halftime exhibition game between Team Oldies and Team Goldies. Get ready for some serious puppy love!

So, when can you catch all the puppy action? The 22nd Puppy Bowl kicks off on Feb. 8th at 2 p.m. ET and runs until 5 p.m. ET. You can tune in to Animal Planet, Discovery, TBS, and truTV to watch the furry fun. And if you prefer streaming, you can catch the Puppy Bowl on HBO Max and Discovery+.

Curious about how the game works? The dogs are split into Team Fluff and Team Ruff, competing on a field-like carpet. They score touchdowns by carrying toys across any goal line. Each pup has a unique nickname like “Slick Rick” or “J-Paw,” along with a special talent, such as an “Epic end zone dance.”

And in case you’re wondering, the Puppy Bowl has been a huge hit with viewers, attracting 12.8 million fans last year, according to ESPN. The event’s popularity keeps on growing, with the first Puppy Bowl garnering nearly 6 million viewers.

But here’s the best part – those adorable pups you see on TV are all up for adoption! If you fall in love with one of the competing puppies, you can head over to PuppyBowl.com to connect with the shelter and inquire about adopting your new furry friend. So mark your calendars for the Puppy Bowl and get ready for a day filled with puppy love and tail-wagging fun!