Sunday, October 26
12 PM - 3 PM
Directions | Vote | RSVP + Donate

Does your furry friend have that interesting aesthetic that you just couldn't resist? Are you totally obsessed with all things costumes? Or do you think your dog is simply the best?

If you said yes to any of the above - then we want you! Join us for the 8th Annual Jo's Ugly Dog Contest on October 26th from 12 pm to 3 pm. Each winner will win big prizes and, better yet, all funds raised will go to help support animals at Emancipet.

Enter your dog in one or all of the categories below:

Contest #1: Ugly Dog Contest

Contest #2: Best Costume

Contest #3: Best in Show Competition

To enter the competition, purchase your $5 entry fee (1 per dog) and 100% of the proceeds go to Emancipet! Entry deadline is Oct. 14th and make sure to email your dog's entry photo to Chuck Wylie at chuck.wylie@joscoffee.com.

Don't forget to get your friends to RSVP to attend the event on October 26th where we will crown the winners!

Just want to be a spectator? Join us for live music, face painting, paw-some vendors, and an adoption event hosted by Austin Animal Center. The fun will start at 12 pm and the runway show will begin at 2 pm. Vote early and often for your favorite contest at any Jo's location. Votes are $2 a piece and all proceeds go back to Emancipet!

For questions or information on vending opportunities, please reach out directly to the Emancipet Events Team at katy.catney@emancipet.org.