A two-year-old Chinese Crested and Chihuahua mix dog was named the world's ugliest dog on Friday. The winner, named Elwood, came in a close second last year at the ugly dog contest at the Marin-Sonoma County Fair. This year, however, he easily beat his opponents, much to the delight of his owners.

Elwood is dark colored and hairless, except for a puff of white hair shaped somewhat like a mohawk on the top of his head. He is also referred to as "ET" or "Yoda" for his slight resemblance to the characters.

The dog's owner, Karen Quigley or Sewell, New Jersey, said that she rescued Elwood two years ago, and that "The breeder was going to euthanize him because she thought he was too ugly to sell."

Karen thought otherwise. "I think he's the cutest thing that ever lived," she said, adding "So ha ha, now Elwood's all over the Internet and people love him and adore him."