
“I’m ready for my closeup Mr. DeMille…”
Chomper - 2009 Winner Ugliest Dog
The 15th Annual Ugly Dog Contest is back this weekend at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, and this year, it’s going to be bigger than ever. It’s even rumored that National Geographic will be there! Hey, Animal Planet was there filming last year… Worried it might rain? No worries! The show is being held under the dry roof of the newly roofed Activity Center. (TIP: This is the big covered pavilion that also houses the rodeo shows, monster truck showdowns, ostrich races, etc.)
Last year, the grounds were packed! Competition is stiff in the ‘Ugliest Dog” catagory, as well as Cutest, Most Handsome (our pal Wilson won it last year,) Most Beautiful, Dogs That Look Most Like Their Owners, Best Costume, Best Trick, and many more. Pet oriented businesses and shops will be on hand to offer suggestions on the perfect accessory, food, health and wellness programs for your beloved Fido or FiFi. For $8 per adult, and $2 for children under 12, we can’t think of a better (and funnier) way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
Official Site of the Ugly Dog Show – Times & Events
2009 Ugly Dog Contest – See photos of last years contestants here!