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Check Out #ThanksgivingsTopDogContest on TikTok & Instagram!

Thanksgiving’s Top Dog Contest

Thanksgiving's Top Dog

Submit a Photo or Video of Your Dog to be Thanksgiving’s Top Dog

For just the second time ever, you can submit a photo or video of your dog for an opportunity to be named Thanksgiving’s Top Dog and be featured during the National Dog Show broadcast on NBC! 

Thanksgiving’s Top Dog Contest Details

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Take a photo or video of your dog (15 seconds max) that captures their unique personality or exhibits Top Dog-worthy traits.

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Share your photo or video on TikTok or Instagram using #ThanksgvingsTopDogContest by November 1, 2024.

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A panel of judges will choose 5 finalists to be featured on the National Dog Show on NBC where 1 grand prize winner will be chosen by you!

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Tune into The National Dog Show on NBC Thanksgiving Day to see the finalists and vote for your favorite!

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.  The Nestlé Purina Thanksgiving Top Dog Contest is open only to legal residents of the 50 U.S. and DC, 18 years or older (or 19 if resident of AL or NE). Enter from 10/15/24 at 12:00:01 AM ET until 11/1/24 at 11:59:59 PM ET. Subject to official rules at www.thanksgivingstopdog.com . Void where prohibited by law.  Sponsor: Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, PO Box 1326, Wilkes-Barre PA 18703. 

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Catch all the best moments from the National Dog Show streaming on Peacock. 

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Past Best In Show Winners

Check out the Best In Show winners from the last two decades.

stache

2023 Best In Show Winner

Breeders and handlers understand how important balanced nutrition is to be a contender, which is why so many choose Purina dog food. In fact, the last 13 National Dog Show winners chose Purina Pro Plan.* Which dog won Best in Show 2023? Watch the video to find out. 

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Purina knows pets and people are better together and we recognize the important role dogs play in our lives. We believe it’s important to thank dogs for the comfort, companionship and joy they give us, which is why our commitment to pets and people goes beyond the food in their bowls. See how:

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Duo Dogs Trains and Connects Dogs to People

Duo Dogs is a not-for-profit organization that trains and connects dogs to people with specific emotional, physical and social needs. They provide Assistance Dogs to individuals with physical challenges, Facility Dogs to those in need of assurance and Touch Dogs to hospitals.

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AKC: For the Love of All Things Dog

The AKC is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health and training information for dogs. The AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports.

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2023 National Dog Show Winners

Purina Pro Plan was the food of choice for all 7 Group winners, including Best In Show, at the 2023 National Dog Show. That makes 13 of the last 13 Best In Show Champions fueled by the advanced nutrition of Purina Pro Plan.* 

Terrier Group Winner   Stache   Sealyham Terrier

Terrier Group Winner

Stache 

Pumpkin

Non-Sporting Group Winner

Pumpkin 

 

yaro

Hound Group Winner

Yaro 

Comet

Toy Group Winner

Comet 

Carson

Working Group Winner

Carson 

Heathcliff

Herding Group Winner

Heathcliff 

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Sporting Group Winner

2022 National Dog Show Winners

BIS Winston

Best In Show & Non-Sporting Group Winner

Winston

BIS Nate

Hound Group Winner

Nate

NDS Best in Show, Toy Group Winner, Cooper

Toy Group Winner

Cooper

BIS Striker

Working Group Winner

Reus

BIS River

Herding Group Winner

River

BIS Hollywood

Sporting Group Winner

Sloane

2022 NDS Best In Show, Terrier Group Winner, Trouble

Terrier Group Winner

Trouble

*The handler or owner of these champions may have received Pro Plan dog food as a Purina ambassador.

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