Peanut, the World’s Ugliest Dog: Won $1,500
Rescue mutt Peanut was lucky to survive the fire from intentional abuse that disfigured his face and body. But instead of feeling sorry themselves, Peanut and owner Holly Chandler entered — and won — the World’s Ugliest Dog Competition in 2014. Chandler decided to use the $1,500 prize money to help pay for other animals’ vet bills.