Netflix Secures Broadcast Rights to Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Starting in 2027
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Netflix will become the new telecast partner for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, beginning with its 151st edition in early 2027. The streaming service will broadcast the evening judging at Madison Square Garden live, while daytime breed competitions will be streamed on other platforms. This marks a shift from the event's previous broadcast home on Fox Sports.
Facts First
- Netflix will broadcast the Westminster Dog Show starting with its 151st edition in early 2027.
- Evening judging at Madison Square Garden will air live on Netflix from February 1 to February 2, 2027.
- Daytime breed competitions will stream live simultaneously on Tudum.com and westminsterkennelclub.org.
- The move follows the expiration of Fox Sports' 10-year exclusive broadcasting deal.
- The event features over 3,000 champion dogs representing 200 breeds from around the world.
What Happened
Netflix has entered a deal to become the new telecast partner for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The streaming service will begin showcasing the event starting with its 151st edition in early 2027 in New York. This follows the expiration of Fox Sports' 10-year exclusive broadcasting deal, which began in 2017. Starting in February 2027, Netflix will stream events live from New York City, including evening judging at Madison Square Garden from February 1 to February 2. Daytime breed competitions will be streamed live simultaneously on Tudum.com and westminsterkennelclub.org.
Why this Matters to You
If you're a fan of the Westminster Dog Show, you will need a Netflix subscription to watch the main evening events live starting in 2027. This change may make the prestigious competition more accessible to a global audience that already uses the streaming platform. For those interested in the full breadth of the event, you will still be able to watch the daytime breed competitions for free on the official club website and Tudum.com.
What's Next
The 151st Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is scheduled for early 2027. The event will feature more than 3,000 champion dogs, with the Best in Show event set for February 2 at Madison Square Garden, judged by Espen Engh. The Canine Celebration, including the Masters Agility Championship, will be taped on January 30, 2027, and shown at a later date. The transition to Netflix could introduce the long-running show to new viewers and may set a precedent for other major televised events moving to streaming platforms.