Kids & Family

British Pooch Nabs 'World's Ugliest' Title

Patch was at the "World's Ugliest Dog Contest" held last Friday in Petaluma, CA.

Beverly Hills residents love their pets. Don't be surprised if you're eating on the Peninsula's rooftop and spot three diners with well-groomed pups in their laps and pooch carriers on wheels parked nearby.

That's why we wanted to share this story from our sister-site, Petaluma Patch. It's about the new winner of the "World's Ugliest Dog Contest," which took place last Friday at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, CA. 

Decked out in a sparkly blue top hat and Union Jack collar, Mugly, a Chinese Crested, stole the hearts of both the judges and audience at the World’s Ugliest Dog Contest at Friday’s Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma.
Mugly remained serene and composed as a frenzied press corps whirred around him and his proud owner, Bev Nicholson, who traveled all the way from Peterborough, England, to partake in what’s quickly becoming a world-famous contest.
"My whole family thought I was crazy coming here," Nicholson said. "They still do…but now the whole world can see his beauty from the inside out like I can."
As Nicholson spoke, a film crew from England was capturing her every word and movement, while reporters and photographers from Germany, China and Brazil hovered around, nearly tripping over one another.

In its 24th year, the contest is held to raise awareness of rescue dogs and the dangers of inbreeding. The accompanying photo gallery is especially enjoyable and proves that looks don't mean everything when it comes to companionship and love.

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