There's a New Dog in Town: Introducing the SPAM® Dog

Hormel (NYSE:HRL) introduced the new SPAM® Dog, a hot dog-style product made with classic SPAM® for foodservice operators.

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Hormel (NYSE:HRL) introduced the new SPAM® Dog, a hot dog-style product made with classic SPAM® for foodservice operators. It debuts nationally at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago and rolls out this summer to restaurants, stadiums and convenience stores.

The SPAM® Dog is designed for roller grills, served hot and crispy in a bun or alone, and pairs with toppings from mustard and chili cheese to kimchi or pineapple jalapeno salsa. Availability includes Rutters, CHS Field, LMCU Ballpark, select ABC and 7-Eleven stores in Hawaii and other convenience locations.

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This announcement highlights Hormel’s continued brand innovation with the SPAM® Dog, targeting foods...

Analysis

This announcement highlights Hormel’s continued brand innovation with the SPAM® Dog, targeting foodservice channels like roller grills in restaurants, convenience stores, and stadiums. It follows other branded launches and portfolio moves seen in recent months. Investors may watch how widely the product rolls out, its reception at venues, and any commentary on performance in future updates, while also considering the company’s capital flexibility under its senior unsecured debt shelf for funding growth initiatives.

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 A bold new take on the classic hot dog rolls out just in time for summer  

• The SPAM^® Dog unleashed nationwide: a crave-inducing reimagination of the classic hot dog that brings iconic SPAM^® brand style to a bold new format.
• Easy for Foodservice; Delicious for Consumers: the SPAM^® Dog delivers familiarity with a twist, providing operators an opportunity to offer additional varieties on the roller grill.   
• Two Culinary Icons: Making its national debut at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago, the SPAM^® Dog delivers one unexpected bite and will continue to roll out to additional restaurants, arenas and convenience stores this summer.

AUSTIN, Minn., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The SPAM^® brand is stepping outside of the can with the launch of the SPAM^® Dog, a crave-inducing reimagination of the classic hot dog made with the SPAM^® product you love. One of the most exciting convenience food innovations in years, the SPAM^® Dog brings together two American culinary icons in one bold, unexpected bite.

Designed for foodservice operators, the SPAM^® Dog captures the savory taste fans love and adds variety to roller grills at restaurants, convenience stores, and arenas this summer.

Following its launch in select regional markets, the SPAM^® Dog will make its national debut at the National Restaurant Association in Chicago.

"We're excited to be rolling out the SPAM^® Dog and the opportunity it creates for foodservice operators to offer something both familiar and surprising," said Haley Eggum, brand manager of the SPAM^® brand. "It's a fresh new take on a hot dog with the unmistakable flavor that SPAM^® fans know and love."

When it comes to preparation, versatility is the name of the game. The SPAM^® Dog is best served hot and crispy from the grill or roller, enjoyed in a bun or on its own. Its bold flavor pairs well with a wide range of toppings from classic options like mustard, ketchup, relish, onions and chili cheese to more adventurous combinations such as kimchi, chipotle mayo or pineapple jalapeno salsa.  

Beginning this summer, the SPAM^® Dog can be found at a growing number of stadiums and convenience stores around the country, including Rutters convenience stores in the Northeast, CHS Field in St. Paul, Minn, LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park, Mich, select ABC and 7-Eleven stores in Hawaii and select convenience stores.

For ordering details, nutritional information, and additional product specs, visit: https://www.hormelfoodservice.com/products/spam-dog-10lb/ 

About the SPAM^® Brand
When the first SPAM^® brand can came off the production line in 1937, the world was forever changed. This revolutionary product won over the hearts of soldiers, world leaders, celebrities, chefs, kids and parents. Future generations continue to enjoy it as a versatile, high-quality and great-tasting mealtime favorite. The whole world can't get enough of the iconic taste and the effortless creative potential contained within this iconic blue can. Fans of the brand can purchase SPAM^® products and browse their favorite SPAM^® merchandise at store.spam.com. For more information on the SPAM^® brand, including product information, recipes and where to buy, visit spam.com.

About Hormel Foods 
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of America's most responsible companies by Newsweek, was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World's Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SPAM^® Dog?

The SPAM^® Dog is SPAM^® reimagined as the classic hot dog, combining the iconic savory flavor with endless topping versatility.

What does the SPAM^® Dog taste like?

The SPAM^® Dog tastes like the savory, salty and slightly sweet flavor of SPAM^® Classic.

How do you prepare the SPAM^® Dog?

The SPAM^® Dog is best prepared hot and crispy from the grill or roller.

What toppings pair with the SPAM^® Dog?

The SPAM^® Dog is very versatile lending itself well to many flavor combinations from classics like mustard, ketchup, and relish to more out of the box pairings like kimchi and pineapple jalapeno salsa.

Where can I buy the SPAM^® Dog?

The SPAM^® Dog is currently available at restaurants, stadiums and convenience stores, including Rutters convenience stores in the Northeast, CHS Field in St. Paul, MN, and select ABC and 7-Eleven stores in Hawaii. Additional locations and vendors are expected to launch throughout the summer.

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What is the SPAM Dog launched by Hormel (NYSE:HRL)?

The SPAM® Dog is a hot dog-style product made with classic SPAM® for foodservice roller grills. According to Hormel, it combines the familiar SPAM® flavor with a new format aimed at restaurants, arenas and convenience stores seeking more variety.

When will the SPAM Dog be available nationwide for HRL customers and consumers?

The SPAM® Dog begins wider rollout in summer 2026 after its national debut at the National Restaurant Association Show. According to Hormel, consumers can find it at a growing number of restaurants, stadiums and convenience stores across the United States.

Where can consumers find the SPAM Dog from Hormel (HRL) in 2026?

Consumers can find the SPAM® Dog at select stadiums and convenience stores starting summer 2026. According to Hormel, locations include Rutters, CHS Field, LMCU Ballpark, select ABC and 7-Eleven stores in Hawaii, plus additional convenience outlets nationwide.

How is the SPAM Dog prepared and served on roller grills?

The SPAM® Dog is best served hot and crispy from a grill or roller, in a bun or alone. According to Hormel, its flavor works with classic toppings like mustard and chili cheese or bolder options such as kimchi and pineapple jalapeno salsa.

How does the SPAM Dog benefit foodservice operators working with Hormel (HRL)?

The SPAM® Dog offers operators a familiar yet different item to expand roller grill menus. According to Hormel, it uses the well-known SPAM® taste, helping restaurants, arenas and convenience stores add variety without changing core preparation methods.

Where can foodservice buyers get SPAM Dog nutritional information and ordering details?

Foodservice buyers can access SPAM® Dog ordering details, nutritional data and product specs on Hormel’s foodservice website. According to Hormel, information is available at its SPAM Dog product page, supporting menu planning, labeling and operational decisions for foodservice customers.