On June 21, 2024, the Sonoma Marin County Fair in Petaluma, Calif., hosted the World’s Ugliest Dog contest. After four attempts, eight-year-old Pekingese Wild Thang finally claimed the title of the world’s ugliest dog. The crowd went wild as he was crowned the winner, much to the delight of his owner and fans alike.
Rome, a 14-year-old pug owned by Michelle Grady, came in second place and also won the People’s Choice award for his charming personality and likability. There were a total of eight competitors in this year’s competition, but it was Wild Thang who stood out as the ultimate winner. He received a trophy and $5,000 prize for his efforts.
Wild Thang had been competing in the contest for years, coming in second place three times before finally winning the crown. His owner was thrilled to see him receive recognition for his unique appearance and quirky personality. The competition drew a large crowd of people who were eager to see which dog would take home the title of the world’s ugliest. In the end, Wild Thang emerged victorious and proved that beauty is only skin deep.