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PETALUMA, CA — World’s Ugliest Dog Contest is often misunderstood. People think that the event is poking fun at the pooches nature hasn’t been too kind to. At the Sonoma-Marin Fair taking place June 24-28, 2015 in Petaluma they celebrate the spirit and imperfections that make dogs lovable and adoptable, instead. New at the annual contest, to be held June 26, is consolidation of categories, pedigreed and mutt, with awards now given for the World’s Ugliest Dog and the addition of the Spirit Award. Dogs are judged generally on appearance, personality, and audience interaction. The World’s Ugliest Dog Spirit Award honors a dog and owner who have overcome obstacles and/or are providing service to the community based on the dog’s biography. Dog owners must submit a high-resolution close-up photo of the dog, a bio, a health certificate showing up-to-date vaccinations, and a $10 entry fee. All entries must be received by midnight June 25, 2015. See: Sonoma-MarinFair.org  Here are some past contestant “ugly” dogs!