50 Ugly Dogs That Are Still So Darn Cute
Updated: May. 11, 2020Not every dog has a perfectly groomed and fluffy coat with perfect coloring, but even ugly dogs are adorable and make the perfect addition to any loving home.
World’s Ugliest Dogs
Even ugly dogs can be cute, especially when they flash those puppy dog eyes and snuggle up next to you. So many people agree that ugly dogs are adorable that the World’s Ugliest Dog Contest has been held annually for almost 30 years. Owners from around the country bring their pups to Petaluma, California to celebrate each and every dog’s unique beauty. The dogs walk up and down the red carpet in front of judges, international media, celebrity hosts, and fans. The contest promotes the love of all dogs and encourages people to adopt because many of the contestants came from shelters and puppy mills. Not every dog has to meet the AKC’s pedigree standards to be a great addition to any home. Read on to take a look at some of the adorable contestants from the past few years.
Jake
This enthusiastic pup knows how to smile for the camera. If you like these ugly dogs, you’ll also want to look at these hilarious dog photos.
Rascal Deux
Look at her style. Rascal has appeared on America’s Got Talent and the cover of a magazine.
Grendel
This Mastiff/American Staffordshire mix is the most gentle giant. If you’re a dog owner, these dog cartoons will make you chuckle.
TeeTee
TeeTee is a Crestie Mix from Arizona with a great sense of humor, strong spirit, and a cute little tongue.
Rooby Roux
Rooby Roux is completely blind and has two seeing eye humans. These adorable puppy pictures will make you melt.
Willie Wonka
Willie, an American Staffordshire Terrier mix, is only 7 months old but already has a following on Instagram, has met some pretty cool celebrities, and even made an appearance on TV.
Zsa Zsa
Zsa Zsa’s adorable face and swaying tongue won him first place in 2018’s World’s Ugliest Dog Competition. Many of these dogs were left on the streets or abandoned, but now they have a loving home. These before and after dog adoption photos will warm your heart.
Martha
The year before Zsa Zsa took home the blue ribbon, Martha, a Neopolitan Mastiff, won first in the 2017 competition.
Sweepee Rambo
Sweepee Rambo swept the competition and took home first place in the 2016 World’s Ugliest Dog Contest.
Icky
There is nothing icky about this adorable dog with the cutest afro. If you’ve noticed that your own dog is acting a little weird, these are the reasons behind their strange behavior.
Mugly
On top of being known as one of the cutest ugly dogs around, Mugly is also a therapy dog.
Frodo
Frodo is sticking his tongue out in hopes of getting some food. See if you can guess the dog breed based off of its puppy picture.
Angus
We can’t get enough of that smile. These adorable pictures of dogs dressed for work might actually make you want to go into the office.
Peanut
Peanut was the winner of the 2014 competition. His owner proudly shows her off to the crowd.
Mayzie Brown
Mayzie proudly walks across the stage at the 2013 competition. All of that fluff is sure to make her a top contender.
Walle
Walle is a Beagle Bassett Hound and Boxer Mix. He won the competition in 2013, it was probably because of that adorable smile.
Boolah
Boolah is a little shy and snuggles up to his mom on stage. If you want some laughs, check out these funny dog videos.
Eleanor
This pup is so happy to be out and about with her dad that she doesn’t even care about winning.
Elli Mae
Ellie Mae is a Chinese Crested and you will rarely see her with her tongue in her mouth.
Pabst
Pabst’s cute teeth won him first place in 2010. For more animal content, check out these hilarious cat and dog photos.