The annual World’s Ugliest Dog contest at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California, is a unique event that showcases canines with unique looks that are judged by leash holders. This year, an 8-year-old Pekingese named Wild Thang from Oregon took home the top prize. Known for his lolling tongue and unruly fur, Wild Thang finally won after finishing second in the contest three times before. His owner, Ann Lewis of North Bend, received a $5,000 check for the victory.
Wild Thang caught the judges’ attention with his endearing story. Despite contracting distemper as a puppy and his tongue sticking out, Wild Thang is a healthy and happy dog. This was his fifth time competing in the contest, and the judges felt he deserved to win after being a favorite among fans.
The contest aims to promote adopting dogs from shelters, particularly senior dogs, instead of buying from breeders. This year, the second-place prize went to a wheelchair-bound pug named Rome, while the bronze medal was awarded to a mixed breed rescue named Daisy May. The World’s Ugliest Dog contest has been a tradition at the fair for nearly 50 years, showcasing dogs of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds.
After Wild Thang’s win, media outlets tried to interview Lewis
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