“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!
Awesome event.
Even if your dog is the most beautiful… like my Weimaraner
… this event is not only fun but gets you out and active with your dog.
LOVE THE UGLY DOG! My dog Baby (she’s ugly too – go ugly!) gets to see all her friends and meet new ones. Thanks for reminding me. Your site rocks!!!!
Do you know if Animal Planet is going to be there again this year? What’s the news on National Geographic?
Unsure about Animal Planet, BUT I was told by one of the main event coordinators from the Kiwanis that National Geographic would be there. Woohoo! We in the big time!