Puppy Bowl Air Date and Time
The Puppy Bowl typically airs on the same day as the Super Bowl, which is the first Sunday in February. The main Puppy Bowl broadcast usually starts at 3 p.m. ET on the cable channel that holds the NFL broadcast rights for that year. For the most current schedule, check the official network page NFL.com.
In recent years, the Puppy Bowl has been produced by the same network that holds the Super Bowl broadcast contract. The exact start time can shift slightly depending on pregame coverage and NFL broadcast windows. Always confirm the current year's schedule with the network's official programming guide.
Where to Watch the Puppy Bowl
The primary broadcast airs on the flagship network that carries the Super Bowl, and it is also available on the network's dedicated streaming service. Subscribers can stream the live Puppy Bowl broadcast through the network's official app or website with a valid TV login.
Some streaming platforms that carry the network's live sports channels also include the Puppy Bowl in their live TV packages. Check the streaming service's sports event listings for the Puppy Bowl under the special events section.
Puppy Bowl Format and Key Facts
The Puppy Bowl features dozens of shelter puppies playing in a miniature football field setup with toys and obstacles. The event is structured like a football game with commentary, instant replays, and team divisions for the puppies.
The production is run by the network's programming team, and the event serves as a major annual promotional segment leading into the Super Bowl. The Puppy Bowl consistently ranks among the most-watched animal-themed television specials each year.