While football fans tuned in to watch Sunday’s Super Bowl, dog lovers were glued to the highly anticipated Puppy Bowl XX broadcast.
The annual show comes with a bit of sadness for dog lovers following the death of the program’s smallest player — an adorable cavapoo named Sweetpea. The late puppy’s death sparked increased interest in the dog’s story and many online tributes.
All About Puppy Bowls & Its Smallest Competitors
The Puppy Bowl has won the hearts of dog lovers for 20 years, with this year’s installment being no exception. Fans of the show tune in to see a variety of cute puppies available for adoption, which is the main objective of the program.
The show encourages people to adopt puppies instead of buying them from breeders. Sometimes, as is the case with Sweetpea, these young puppies need extra care, and the audience is shown the brilliance of each dog’s personality.
In short, the Puppy Bowl takes time to honor dogs in need of a home and has generated quite a bit of buzz to air opposite the Super Bowl. Although the famous football event was broadcast live, the puppy show was filmed in October and dropped on the same day as the NFL program.
The Puppy Bowl was filmed early because it reportedly took several days for the cast to put together the necessary footage. Veterinarians always take part in filming to ensure that no dogs are harmed during the game, per divert attention.
Unfortunately, the considerable care and attention put into the show could not save the smallest dog in the history of the competition. Sweetpea stole the hearts of many watching the Puppy Bowl, but sweet cavapoo died after filming the game.
There is little information about the exact circumstances surrounding Sweetpea’s death; however, Animal Planet confirmed the puppy’s death in a touching X broadcast, write:
“Sweetpea was rescued by a shelter that specializes in helping puppies with special needs. Unfortunately, he was unable to overcome his health problems. We dedicate #PuppyBowl XX to his memory.”
Tributes Are Poured In For The Puppy Bowl’s Cute Sweetpea
As noted, the heartbreaking announcement of Sweetpea’s death sparked many tributes on social media. Many X users expressed regret over the puppy’s death, noting that he had been an important player in the game.
Sweetpea was rescued by a shelter that specializes in helping special needs puppies.
Unfortunately, he was unable to overcome his health problems.
We are dedicated #PuppyBowl XX in his memory. pic.twitter.com/qs2askZ0CM
— Animal Planet (@AnimalPlanet) February 11, 2024
A user sigh, “Oh no! We’re cheering so hard for his sweetheart. Really disappointed but know he’s happy on the rainbow bridge and in good health and able to play.” Another Sweetpea fan echoed the same sentiment, write:
“He’s so cute. See you at the rainbow bridge, Sweetpea ?? Thanks to her rescuer for doing what you can for her. ^st.”
Third add, “I didn’t expect this at the end of your post & it really breaks my heart. RIP precious girl.” More Puppy Bowl viewers continue to rave about Sweetpea’s memory, with a fourth state“Aw sweetpea is such a cute dog and I’m so sorry for her loss and keep her in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Not my girl Sweetpea! ?” someone cryingwhile others demanded, “Baby tried her best at the #PuppyBowl Sweet little Sweetpea. You will be remembered!???”
“I’m glad you kept her on the show and dedicating it to her was a special touch. She’s so sweet. I’m glad I got to see her and enjoy her from afar. RIP Sweetpea,” user X sharedwith a grieving fellow fan adding, “WORST NEWS I COULD HAVE RECEIVED.”
“So glad we all got to meet him & fall in love with him during Puppy Bowl XX today! He deserves a Hall of Fame spot for sure ❤️ Love you forever, Sweetpea! Rest in infinite Peace & Love, you great and beautiful angel,” a sweet commenter said written.
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