The results are IN!
Petunia Crowned 2025 World’s Ugliest Dog® at the Sonoma County Fair
Sponsored once again by our generous friends at Mug Root Beer, this year’s competition featured 10 remarkable canine contestants, each with their own unique story, vying for their share of the $10,000 purse.
For nearly 50 years, the World’s Ugliest Dog® Contest has been a testament that pedigree does not define a pet. Dogs of all breeds and sizes have warmed our hearts and filled our lives with unconditional love. This world-renowned event celebrates the imperfections that make all dogs special and unique.
The Sonoma-Marin Agricultural Association is proud to partner with the Sonoma County Fair to bring you this year’s contest!
For more information, please reach out to Mandy Clendenen – CEO Sonoma-Marin Agricultural Association
707-283-3247
2025 World's Ugliest Dog (First Place)
Petunia AKA Pinky
Petunia is a perfectly healthy two year old hairless Frenchie + English Bulldog mix living her best life in Eugene, Oregon.
Petunia was rescued from a backyard breeder/hoarder in Las Vegas by Luvable Dog Rescue. After her rescue, Luvable provided for her spay and BOAS surgeries as Petunia, like so many poorly bred bully breeds had an elongated palate. She is now breathing easy!
Her family at Luvable likes to say “the only thing ugly about Petunia is the way she was raised and treated early in her life.”
Petunia is a gentle soul, she loves all other dogs, cats, and humans. Petunia’s favorite activities are snuggling and trail walks in the Oregon woods.
Second Place & Spirit Award Winner
Jinny Lu
Jinny Lu was found in a wooden box in freezing weather in the mountains of South Korea, likely destind for the slaughterhouse. Jinny Lu has two rescue organizations to thank for her success story: She as rescued by a wonerful team at Pug Rescue of Korea (Long Beach, CA) and now lives her best life at the Pug Hotel – Senior Pug Sanctuary (Rohnert Park, CA)
Jinny Lu loves to snuggle with her foster siblings, stretch out in the sun, and greet visitors. While her Mom is preparing the pug dinners, Jinny Lu sneaks onto the kitchen chairs and very stealthily puts her amazing tongue into everyones food bowls (just to make sure all of the meals are JUST right!)
When she isnt volunteering or wreaking havoc on the dinner table, you will find Jinny Lu screaming at her relection in the mirror.
Third Place
Poppy
Hi, Im Poppy! I’m the runt of my litter, and the only one born without any hair. I was born 5 years ago in Tbilisi. Georgia. I am a lucky dog and was rescued by a family in Marin County Ca. Despite my unique look, my Mom and sister help me live a thriving life. I have lots of hobbies. I enjoy finding and hiding sticks, burrowing in blankets, showcasing my latest fashion choices, singing along with my family in nightly howls and cuddling as much as possible. I woudl describe my look as chupacabra-chhic with hair inspired by Andy Warhol and a beard that would make Martin Van Buren blush. My fashion icon is Master Splinter from the Ninja Turtles and I think I have really captured his essence.
When I’m not busy being my sisters personal mealtime vacuum ( she is a toddler now, so we have a blast putting things we arent supposed to in our mouths and making messes for Mom) or building a blanket nest in the couch, I love helping to reduce my mom’s anxiety as a psychiatric service dog. I love meeting new people and making them smile and laugh. I am always quick to make friends and show them why beauty is so often more than skin deep – even if your skin has the smoothness and shimmer of a baby elephant like mine does. I belive that even if you are a tiny hairless mutant with a wonky eye that wears diapers, we are all worhty of love!
