The cutest sporting event of the year, Puppy Bowl, is back for its 22nd edition. 150 adorable pups from 72 shelters across the U.S., the British Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico will represent two teams – Team Ruff and Team Fluff – in a bid to win the prestigious “Lombarky” trophy.
Here's how to watch Puppy Bowl 2026 online from anywhere with a VPN.
When: Premieres Sunday, February 8 at 2pm ET/11am PT |
Where: Animal Planet, HBO Max, Discovery+ |
This fun event takes place just before the main Super Bowl and will be officiated by Referee Dan Schachner, who’s returning for his 15th year. Puppy Bowl XXII will also introduce a Pro-Dog Halftime Showdown for senior pups, with Team Oldies and Team Goldies going head-to-head in an exhibition match.
This year features 15 specially-abled dogs – the most in Puppy Bowl history. Among them are Knick Knack from Green Dogs Unleashed, who has both hearing and vision impairment, and Cricket from Harley’s Haven in Pennsylvania, born with a heart condition.
Before kick-off, viewers can tune into the Puppy Bowl XXII pre-show, which includes fun challenges featuring 10 adorable puppies, with the winner earning a spot on one of the teams.
Our furry athletes will also compete for MVP (Most Valuable Pup), where fans can vote for their favorites during the event. Beyond the entertainment, Puppy Bowl continues to highlight inspiring stories and promote adoption, as most pups find a home shortly after the show.
Catch all the fluffy chaos by streaming Puppy Bowl XXII from anywhere using a VPN.
How to watch Puppy Bowl 2026 from anywhere
If you're keen to watch Puppy Bowl 2026 but you're away from home and access to the show is geo-blocked, then you could always use a VPN to access it (assuming you're not breaching any broadcaster T&Cs, of course). You may be surprised by how simple it is to do.
Use one of the best VPNs to watch Puppy Bowl 2026 from anywhere:
How to watch Puppy Bowl 2026 in the US
In the US, you can watch Puppy Bowl 2026 online on HBO Max or Discovery+. You can also watch it live on TV on the Animal Planet channel, which is available with most cable plans as well as alternatives like Sling and Fubo.
Usual prices for HBO Max start at $10.99/month. There's no free trial but if you're looking for a way to get HBO Max for free, we can reveal a secret hack.
Outside the US? If you're currently traveling outside the US, you can use a VPN to watch the event from anywhere in the world. We recommend NordVPN.
Watch Puppy Bowl 2026 around the world
Can I watch Puppy Bowl 2026 online in the U.K., Canada and Australia
It doesn't look like Puppy Bowl 2026 will show in the U.K., Canada or Australia. If that changes we will let you know right here.
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN to gain access to all the content you'd normally stream at home.
When will Puppy Bowl 2026 air?
Puppy Bowl 2026 is a 3-hour event that will begin at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT on Sunday, February 8. It'll air on TV on the Animal Planet channel, and cord-cutters can stream it live on HBO Max or Discovery+. If you're traveling abroad, you can use a VPN to access the streaming platforms back home from anywhere in the world.
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