Oregon Rescue Dog Petunia Wins 2025 World's Ugliest Dog Contest

Petunia, a two-year-old hairless French-English bulldog mix from Eugene, Oregon, won the 2025 World's Ugliest Dog Contest held at the Sonoma County Fair in California. Rescued from a backyard breeder and hoarder in Las Vegas, Petunia required surgeries to address health issues common in poorly bred bully breeds but now enjoys a happy, healthy life. The contest, which celebrates the unique beauty and personalities of dogs regardless of appearance, awarded Petunia a $10,000 prize that will help cover her medical costs and support other rescue dogs. Petunia's owner and rescue organization use her story to raise awareness about unethical breeding practices. As part of her win, Petunia gained national attention, appearing on the TODAY Show and featuring on limited-edition beer cans, highlighting the contest's message of embracing imperfections and promoting pet adoption and animal welfare. The annual event, in its fifth decade, emphasizes that true beauty lies beyond physical appearance, showcasing the loving qualities of all canine contestants.