The pup became a sensation when he won best in show at the competition, which was broadcast on Thanksgiving Day. One judge said the 2-year-old is “everything a pug should be.”

This year's Best in Show winner was Vito the Pug, also known as GCHG Andi In Cahoots. Vito triumphed first in the Toy division before taking the grand prize, with runner up going to Welsh Terrier Verde, winner of the Terrier division.