California Hosts 50th Annual World's Ugliest Dog Competition
Summary
Six-year-old pug Jinny Lou won the 50th annual World's Ugliest Dog Competition in Santa Rosa, California, taking home $5,000 and a spot on the Today Show. Organizers say the event is meant to promote pet adoption and not to mock animals.
Key Points
- Jinny Lou, a six-year-old pug, won the 50th annual World's Ugliest Dog Competition in Santa Rosa, California.
- Owner Michelle Grady said Jinny Lou had competed for three years before winning on her fourth attempt.
- The prize included $5,000 and an appearance on the Today Show in New York.
- Organizers said the competition aims to raise awareness about adopting pets.