Every dog owner believes that their beloved pet is the smartest and most beautiful canine in the world. You can’t really fault them for this; being unbiased when it comes to your dog is extremely difficult. However, not every dog is as cute or charming as owners may think. In fact, each year at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in California, one (un)fortunate dog is awarded the questionable title of “the World’s Ugliest Dog.” Some dog breeds, specifically the Chinese crested and the Mexican hairless dog, have a higher prevalence of less aesthetically pleasing individuals than others. Though the adage states “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”, let’s be honest – these 25 dogs would struggle to be considered beautiful. Here are the 25 Ugliest Dogs You’ve Ever Laid Eyes On.
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