Local pit bull, Mr. Worldwide, wins Best in Show at Animal Foundation fundraiser

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LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Mr. Worldwide earned another title from Las Vegas.

The 1-year-old, 62-pound pit bull was named Best in Show at The Animal Foundation’s 21st signature annual fundraiser.

Furry friends across the valley showed off their skills during a friendly competition at the Thomas & Mack Center on Sunday.

Celebrity guest judges Las Vegas Aces Forward, Alysha Clark, Magician Mat Franco, and Las Vegas Review-Journal Columnist John “Kats” Katsilometes selected Large Dog category champion, Mr. Worldwide, as the overall winner.Celebrity guest judges Las Vegas Aces Forward, Alysha Clark, Magician Mat Franco, and Las Vegas Review-Journal Columnist John “Kats” Katsilometes selected Large Dog category champion, Mr. Worldwide, as the overall winner.

Organizers say Mr. Worldwide charmed the crowd like his musician namesake, Pitbull.

The fan-favorite event raised money for the Animal Foundation’s lifesaving programs and found homes for all 28 dogs who participated.

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