“Lucky Dog: Paws with Purpose,” a new series from Hearst Media Production Group, will premiere Oct. 3 on CBS, as part of its “CBS WKND” Saturday morning educational/informational lineup for the 2026-27 season.
\n\nIn “Lucky Dog: Paws with Purpose,” Emmy-winning animal trainer and host Brandon McMillan pairs dogs with military veterans and families. The series features dogs like mixed-breed Peaches, poodle Steeve and Smoky, a certified therapy dog and USAA’s new K9 ambassador and “chief pawsitivity officer.”
\n\n“The stories in ‘Lucky Dog: Paws with Purpose’ reflect the strength, resilience and connection that are such an important part of military life,” said Chris Curtain, chief marketing officer of USAA, which is a production partner on “Lucky Dog.” “We’re proud to be part of a series that celebrates those experiences.”
\n\n“Lucky Dog: Paws with Purpose” will air weekend mornings as part of CBS’ weekend educational/informational programming block. The series will lead a full hour of “Lucky Dog” programming on CBS.
\n\nIn the time slot following “Paws with Purpose,” McMillan takes viewers to Australia for stories of shelter dogs in “Lucky Dog: Down Under,” which is premiering its second season. Here’s the full “CBS WKND” schedule this season:
\n\n9 a.m. ET “Lucky Dog…
Original source: https://variety.com/