The winner of the 2022 World’s Ugliest Dog contest has turned into a celebrity with his own Instagram account, trips to live morning TV shows and appearances in dozens of interviews with publications around the world.
“He loves the attention,” said Benally, 48. “He actually has learned how to pose for pictures.”for the World’s Ugliest Dog contest, Benally probably never would have heard of the nearly 50-year-old competition celebrating the “imperfections that make all dogs unique.” Submissions for this year’s contest, which will take place on June 23 in Petaluma, Calif., are now open.at the time, in August 2021 at an Arizona shelter, she told The Post.
and tumors, hobbled his way to Benally and looked her in the eyes flashing, asking for a second chance.And that’s all it took. Twenty minutes later, Benally left the shelter with Mr. Happy Face despite being told that he probably had six more weeks to live, if they were lucky.With time, the dog who could barely walk and who shrieked when touched turned into one who runs after Benally and woofs in his sleep. He no longer takes any medication, Benally said over the phone as Mr.
Since Mr. Happy Face won the contest, fans have contacted Benally to say his story inspired them to adopt the underdog, that friend who needs more care than others, senior pets who might not get immediate attention from pet adopters.Benally, who submitted an entry for Mr. Happy Face on a whim last year, said those interested in participating should view the contest as a celebration of their dog’s uniqueness, not because of competition.
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