With the Westminster Dog Show behind us, you might be looking for dog friendly tv shows to take your mind off of the sorrowful lack of on-screen doggies. Don’t worry. We’ve got just the line up that will have your dog’s tail wagging while you prepare the popcorn.
Sit back and relax with these dog-tastic shows!
First of all, why these dog friendly tv shows?
If you caught our article on top dog-friendly movies, you’ll know that we are downright picky about the media we recommend for Dog Owners! In order for a show or movie to make our list, it has to check some of the following boxes:
- Plenty of doggy stars. Your pupper is more likely to respond to shows that dedicate a lot of screen time to their doggy actors. So, we’ve picked shows with canine characters to get your doggo invested!
- Dog-friendly scenery. It’s not just doggy actors that will capture your pup’s attention! Your dog may respond more to nature shots, bird calls and the sounds of a babbling brook. Remember also, that dogs are best able to see yellows and blues, so you may find them more likely to be captivated by colours on that spectrum.
- The perfect mood. Okay, sure. Your dog won’t really be following along with the plot. But they will be able to pick up on the emotional journey of their beloved Owner. So, while we’ve included some shows that pack an emotional punch, most are light-hearted!
Ready to see the dog friendly tv shows we can’t stop barking about? Here’s our list of series to snuggle up and watch with your dog!
#1: Dogs (Netflix)
If there’s one thing that can bring us together as humans, it’s a shared love for dogs. And with this heartwarming series on (hu)man’s best friend, you’ll get a glimpse of what dog ownership is like everywhere from Brazil to Syria to Japan. We’re not going to say that you won’t be sobbing at the end of some of these episodes, but in general, they’ll be happy tears!
#2: The Pack (Amazon Prime)
Looking for a show that will satisfy your travel bug? The Pack is an action-filled whirlwind of a show that pits dog-Owner teams against one another in a race to the finish line. Think of the drama of the Amazing Race, but with furry contestants. Truly, a brilliant move to remake such a popular show, but with dogs!
Unfortunately, the Pack was cancelled after just one season, due to mid-pandemic production challenges. But, you’ll be tempted to rewatch your favourite episodes over and over!
A fun fact about The Pack: while the show aired, it donated $250,000USD to animal rescue charities in the countries where filming took place. The winners of the competition (no spoilers!) were able to donate an additional $250,000USD to the animal charity of their choosing.
#3: Dogs with Jobs (Amazon Prime)
An oldie, but a goodie, Dogs with Jobs was a Canadian documentary series highlighting the many different canine careers that a dog can enter. The show ran for 5 seasons, with 65 episodes, so you can be sure that you’ll know every different kind of doggy job there is to know. And, you’ll meet some unforgettable furry characters along the way.
One thing that we adore about Dogs with Jobs is that it reminds us of all the amazing things our own doggos can do! Yes, even your lounge-loving Pug can learn how to wiggle through an obstacle course with the right encouragement—especially if there’s a bowl of delicious raw dog food at the end!
#4: Bluey (Disney+)
Bluey’s been a furry family favourite ever since it first aired in 2018. Whether you have a Blue Heeler at home or not, kids and doggos enjoy the whimsical tales of this Aussie Cattle Dog family.
If you’re looking for children’s programs that are as fun for the kiddos as they are for puppers and parents, Bluey is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!
#5: Reality Dog Training with Zak George (YouTube)
Okay, this series isn’t technically a prime-time television show but rather a collection of videos from world-renowned dog trainer Zak George. Even so, you’ll find yourself completely invested in the main canine characters and looking forward to new episodes every week.
The series follows Zak as he works one-on-one with an untrained—and sometimes difficult—dog over the course of a few weeks leading up to their Adoption Day. The show is all about revealing the good, the bad, and the ugly of real-life dog training, so be ready to have all your own training struggles and accomplishments validated as you watch!
#6: Dug Days (Disney+)
Since it’s not out yet, there’s not much we can say about this upcoming Disney Plus show other than the fact that the trailer had us howling with anticipation!
If you watched the 2009 Pixar film, Up, you definitely remember Dug, the talking dog with an affinity for tennis balls and squirrels. In the new spinoff, you’ll get to see this lovable pup navigate his new life in the suburbs alongside his endearingly grouchy Owner.
Now, we have to be honest. In the 12 years since Up first came out, we were really hoping that technology would have given us real-life talking collars for our dogs. But alas, hearing Dug’s every adorable thought will have to do for now!
Which dog friendly tv shows are you most looking forward to?
With 6 amazing series just waiting to be binged, you and your pup are in for some brilliant tv watching. Pop the popcorn, serve up a bowl of your dog’s favourite raw food and settle in for an evening of entertainment!
Have some tv shows that capture your canine’s attention? We’d love to hear your suggestions for dog friendly tv shows!
