If there are competitions for anything and everything, dog the most disgusting, deformed and even disgusting in the world. The thing is not new. In fact, it already has more than 20 versions. Of course he doesn’t want to make fun of those dogs. the exact opposite, It aims to instill love for these animals and especially those who have been abandoned and rescued.. So this Friday the ugliest dog contest of 2023 was held in the United States, and Scooter crowned the winner.
At the Sonoma-Marin fair in Petaluma, California, dozens of dogs paraded to win such a privilege. In the face of the happiness and expectation of all their masters, The scooter was preferred because its hind legs were deformed and its hair did not grow even though it was domestic. race Chinese Crested.
His story is also moving. He was born with his hind limbs inside out and his breeder delivered him to animal control in Tucson, Arizona for euthanasia. However, it was rescued Hours after death by the group Saving Animals From Euthanasia (SAFE). Later, Linda Celeste Elmquist, a member of the organization, adapted it and explains it to American media “Today.”
“Raise awareness about adoption”
seven years from now, Scooter and Linda walked away with their recognition as the ugliest dog, taking away $1,500 for a bounty and the adoration of thousands of fans of the show.
“While the competition is a celebration of the flaws that make our dogs adorable, many have been rescued from shelters and kennels. “We used the fun and high profile of this competition to raise awareness about puppy ownership,” said Tawny Tesconi, Sonoma-Marin Fair Executive Director.
Last year, the competition returned after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. On this occasion, the dog named Mr. Happy Face (Senor Cara Feliz) won the competition thanks to his crooked face and white crest.
On the other hand, Another of the most famous dogs on the track was Zsa Zsa, who won the 2018 edition.. However, the female English bulldog died a few days after receiving the separation. The owner regretted that he did not have “time to digest his glory or fame”.