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Bulldog Named Petunia Crowned the ‘World’s Ugliest Dog’ — and Will Appear on Limited-Edition Root Beer Cans

The annual World’s Ugliest Dog contest “celebrates the imperfections that make all dogs special and unique," according to ...

What makes Labubu so lovable? The psychology behind ‘ugly cute’ appeal

Labubu, blobfish and bulldogs all trigger the same instinct: protect, nurture, adore. Science explains why ‘ugly cute’ is ...

'World's Ugliest Dog' lives in Eugene: Petunia the hairless French bulldog

Eugene is home to the World's Ugliest Dog. Petunia, a hairless French bulldog, received her crown on Aug. 8 during the annual competition at the Sonoma County Fair, north of San Francisco.

World’s ugliest dog crowned — see why a ‘gentle soul’ bulldog named Petunia was tops: ‘Unique beauty’

A hairless English-French bulldog mix was crowned as the winner of the 2025 “ World’s Ugliest Dog ” contest. The 2-year-old ...

From wrinkles to riches: Hairless bulldog wins Rs 4 lakh as 'world’s ugliest dog'

The annual contest, held at the Sonoma–Marin Fair near San Francisco, is best known for rewarding canine quirks and unconventional looks rather than the polished perfection of traditional dog shows.