Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year Award

The Farm Dog of the Year award celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers in producing nutritious food for families and their pets across America. Farmers submitted nominations for the 2025 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year, supported by Nestle Purina.

Sponsor / Prizes

For the 2025 contest, the American Farm Bureau Federation, with support from Nestlé Purina PetCare, will recognize a grand prize winner – Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year – as well as up to three regional runners-up and a People’s Choice Pup.

The owner of the Farm Dog of the Year receives a $5,000 cash prize, a year’s supply of Purina Pro-Plan dog food, a $500 travel stipend and two free adult registrations to attend the 2025 AFBF Convention, a trophy plate and a Purina products basket. The owner of the People’s Choice Pup receives a $2,500 cash prize, a $500 travel stipend and two free adult registrations to attend the 2025 AFBF Convention, a trophy plate and a Purina products basket.

For more information about the award and videos of the finalists, visit FB.org.

Sponsored by:

Nestlé Purina

Nestlé Purina promotes responsible pet care, community involvement and the positive bond between people and their pets. A premiere global manufacturer of pet products, Nestlé Purina is part of Swiss-based Nestle S.A., a global leader in nutrition, health and wellness.

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