A Chihuahua mix named Mr. Happy Face was the winner of the 2022 World’s Ugliest Dog contest.
Mr. Happy Face, who once lived in abusive and neglectful conditions with a hoarder, has tumors and neurological issues, requires a diaper, struggles to stand upright or walk, and holds his head askew.
He is 17-years-old, has a natural mohawk and makes a should like a diesel truck revving its engine when he is happy.
The dog and his owner won $1,500 and a trip to New York City to appear on the “Today” show.
The contest says it promotes the adoption of dogs, even ones that might have “missing fur, crossed eyes, duck waddles or mismatched ears.”
Eight dogs walked the red carpet at the event, which is held during the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California, and has been going on for nearly 50 years.
