Needless to say, good boy Krypto was the breakout star of last month’s new Superman trailer. So it’s no surprise that Superdog would be a major part of the film’s marketing. For example, Warner Bros. Discovery Channel announced that 21Yingshi The annual Puppy Bowl will take place next month on Sunday, February 9, according to filmmakers and DC Studios co-heads James Gunn There will be a special appearance alongside his dog Ozu, who was the inspiration for the film version of “Krypto.”
During the competition, not only will a special puppy win the “Krypton Super Play” award, but fans will also receive a special early access experience superman.
The official press release details are as follows:
The Puppy Bowl, the original and longest-running adoption television event, returns on the 21stYingshi will air Sunday, February 9 at 2:00 PM ET/11:00AM PT and will be simulcast on Animal Planet, Discovery, TBS, truTV, Max and discovery+.
The annual three-hour televised event will feature 142 rescue puppies from 80 shelters in 40 states and two countries to compete in this year’s cutest competition. With more puppies than ever before, Puppy Bowl XXI will highlight their inspiring journeys from birth to adoption, as well as the tremendous dedication of rescues and shelters to helping animals find their forever homes.
“Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl is an annual pop culture programming event that continues to expand its reach, popularity and, of course, puppies each year,” said Howard Lee, chief creative officer, USA Network and president, Discovery Networks ) said. “Win or lose, Puppy Bowl XXI will welcome the cutest players on Sunday, February 9 and inspire families across the country to adopt new furry friends.”
When Puppy Bowl referee Dan Schachner blows the whistle, the game officially begins and the PEDIGREE® starting lineup takes the field at PROGRESSIVE® Stadium. Julep, the first-ever St. Bernard mix and the only Pekingese to compete, Smoosh, will lead Team Fluff, while Mr. Pickles, a pug-chihuahua from Dallas, and Tuani, a pug-chihuahua from Dallas, will serve as team members. long. The two teams will go head-to-head on the court, hoping to take home the Walmart® “Lombarky” trophy and see which puppy player has the ability to win the MVP (Most Valuable Puppy) and win the SUBARU OF AMERICA Championship, INC .Loser Award.
11 inspiring special needs dogs, including Jolene, an American Pit Bull Terrier mix who competes in a wheelchair, and Sprinkle, an Australian Shepherd mix who is blind and hearing-impaired, will go all out on the field and not let their disabilities put them down. Slow down.
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.’s “Puppy Up and Personal” segments are interspersed with long puppy play sessions, star showdowns and behind-the-scenes moments that share the backstories of some of the all-star athletes. Dan Smyers from superstar country group Dan + Shay will bring a rescue puppy from Nashville’s Wags & Walks backstage at one of his concerts to get some socialization and increase their chances of adoption. Additionally, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derek Nnady and his girlfriend Nani will visit the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, where they will meet Parsnip, a rescue pit bull who will compete in the game Mixed breed. Derek and Nani spent time helping to train the parsnips and detail the home to suit him. For more “Pup Close and Personal” stories from Puppy Bowl XXI, click here.
An Incredible Puppy Who Shows “Excellent” Ability will receive krypton gold super play award. The audience can take a look superman The game will be played in Puppy Bowl before its release on July 11, 2025. To convey a special message, Ozu was the inspiration for the character Krypto in the DC Studios film “Krypto.” superman.
Returning fan favorites include an adoptable section featuring puppies and several kittens that will be available for adoption during the game, play-by-play commentary by sportscasters Steve Levy and Taylor Rooks, and the Wisdom Panel™ Pets DNA test results provide insight into each player’s breed mix and other unique characteristics, Kitty Halftime Show Presented by ARM & HAMMER™ Hardball™ and more.
Ahead of the big game, the all-new Puppy Bowl XXI kickoff will air on Animal Planet at 1 PM ET/10 AM PT. Ten puppies from across the country will take part in practice sessions and show off their moves in the inaugural Puppy Combine. Each puppy will compete for the No. 1 pick in the Puppy Bowl draft and join Team Ruff and Team Fluff rosters. The show will also speak with BISSELL® and the BISSELL Pet Foundation® about how they continue to make an impact through their life-saving efforts and prepare to send Trixie from partner shelter Little Traverse Bay Humane Society to participate in Puppy Bowl II eleven.
Viewers can join the conversation on social media using #PuppyBowl and follow Animal Planet on Facebook, XInstagram and TikTok, and Puppy Bowl on Facebook for more updates.
Keep checking PuppyBowl.com to learn more about the participating puppies, a complete photo gallery, and to vote for which pup you want to win the Pupularity Playoffs.
Official sponsors of the 21st Annual Puppy Bowl include BISSELL HOMECARE, INC., SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC., PEDIGREE®, TEMPTATIONS™, RING, WISDOM PANEL™, ARM & HAMMER™ HardBall™ Litter, WALMART and PROGRESSIVE®.
Puppy Bowl XXI is produced by Bright Spot Content, an All3Media America company, for Animal Planet.
