Newcastle pet shortlisted as one of UK's ugliest dogs

Photography company ParrotPrint.com, are offering a Christmas-themed professional makeover and photo session prize to the dog crowned the most unattractive in the UK.

They have now selected the ugliest seven dogs from hundreds of applicants with these finalists now going forward for a final selection.

The seven dogs hail from across the country and include a Pug Chinese Crested cross from Bristol who looks so much like a pig, her owner warns people in advance of meeting her.

Another finalist, Colin, a Bulldog from Stafford is the son of a Crufts champion, while Muppet, a Chinese Crested from Peterborough is the brother of the World’s Ugliest Dog 2012.

Last year's winner, Peggy, shot to stardom, appearing on BBC Breakfast and This Morning before landing a leading role in the latest Deadpool and Wolverine movie.

Newcastle’s representative is Louie, a seven year old French-English bulldog mix.

Matt Dahan, founder of ParrotPrint.com said: “We received hundreds of entries and these seven were the ones who made our eyes hurt when we looked at them.

“There really are some ugly mutts out there in the UK and we hope our contest will celebrate the best of them.

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“We were clear from the outset that no pretty pets need apply and these seven certainly could not be described as good looking in any way, shape or form.

“Now our judges have the tough task of choosing exactly which of these mutts is the most offensive to look at.

“We will select one of these pets for the coveted title of Britain’s Ugliest Dog 2024 and they will win a special Christmas-themed makeover and photo session.