‘Wonky’ Pooch Muppet Wins Britain’s Ugliest Dog Title
Meet Muppet, a 12-year-old Chinese Crested dog from Peterborough, crowned Britain’s ugliest dog in a quirky competition. With his permanently hanging tongue and missing teeth, Muppet stood out among seven other contenders in the event organized by photography company Parrot Print. The competition finale aired live on ITV’s This Morning show.
Muppet’s owner, Bev Nicholson, describes him as a “wonky little rescue dog” but emphasizes that he is “beautiful inside and out.” Despite his unique appearance, Muppet’s charm won over the judges, with head judge Matt Dahan calling him “both cute and ugly at the same time.”
Muppet is no stranger to fame—his brother, Mugly, won the title of World’s Ugliest Dog in 2012. Along with the coveted title, Muppet was treated to a pampering session at a luxury dog spa, complete with a mud bath and a festive Christmas-themed photoshoot.
Nicholson, reflecting on the competition, said: “I know people say there’s no such thing as an ugly dog, but it’s just a term of endearment. There are ugly humans, aren’t there? The difference is Muppet has inner beauty. He’s not just a pink dog with a comb-over.”
When out for walks, Muppet often attracts attention, especially when riding in his stroller, which Nicholson fondly calls his “chariot.” “He loves it in there. It’s warm and at a height where he’s happier,” she said. People frequently stop to take selfies with Muppet, even sticking out their own tongues to match his signature look.
Nicholson expressed her joy when she learned Muppet had won, saying it “gave me the giggles.” Despite his unusual appearance, she’s proud of her little “wonky rescue dog” and the fun experience they’ve had. Muppet thoroughly enjoyed his spa day, even though he had a little mishap at the photo studio. “Apart from a naughty poop at the photography studio, he behaved perfectly, and the photos look fabulous,” Nicholson added.
In the end, it’s been a fun and memorable experience for Muppet and his family, proving that even the “ugliest” dogs can have a heart of gold.
