From snaggle-teeth to hunchbacks, 27 of the World's Ugliest Dogs competed on Friday night in the coastal town of Petaluma, Calif. at the Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds. The contest has been crowning homely hounds for 27 years and often features rescued pups from shelters, puppy mills and abusive homes. "We celebrate the spirit and imperfections that make these dogs loveable and adoptable," explains CEO Sarah Cummings.
"I love to meet new people and teach them about diversity. I have become a great ambassador for teaching people about acceptance and tolerance for things that are different. You should never judge a book by its cover! Just because an animal or person looks different doesn't mean they're any less deserving of love. It's OK to be different. I have been in the contest once before. Last year after my mom and dad were married in Las Vegas, by Clint Eastwood, they brought me here on their honeymoon."
Wise words from a dog.
