Is it more attractive to be imperfect? A small dog with an unusual physique has prompted a debate on the true meaning of beauty, from scientific evidence to cultural phenomena.
World’s ugliest dog celebrates victory
In it to win it: Pekingese Wild Thang won the crown and a $5,000 prize on his fifth try. Glossary
Pekingese - A toy dog breed originating from China. They were once favoured as companions by the Chinese Imperial court.
Mutations - Changes to the structure of genes.
Malnourishment - When someone does not have the nutrients they need in their food.
Picasso - Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) is regarded as the greatest artist of the 20th Century. Three of his paintings have sold for more than $100 million (82m).
Corroborate - Support a statement or theory. It comes from a Latin verb meaning to strengthen.
UCLA - University of California, Los Angeles.
Smallpox - A disease estimated to have killed 300 million people in the 20th Century.