Vito the Pug Wins National Dog Show, First Ever

It’s a big day for the short snout community … ’cause the first pug in history just won the 2024 National Dog Show.

Vito the pug — a happy-looking pup with the trademark smushed pug face — was named best-in-show just minutes ago … beating out a crowded field of more than 1,900 dogs consisting of more than 200 unique breeds.

Check out Vito’s crowning moment … Verde — a Welsh terrier with long, luscious locks — is named Reserve Best-in-Show, a second-place finish.

Then, it’s Vito’s moment … with the dog receiving the honor — clearly to the surprise of the commentators.

Take a listen for yourself … obvious shock and awe in their voices as Vito runs up to claim his prize.

It’s the 23rd National Dog Show … and, the first ever won by a pug. Vito’s been cleaning up at awards shows in recent years — winning his 25th Best in Show title.

Like we said, Vito’s got the classic smushed pug face … and, he had us smushing our faces against the TV screen during this one.