Happy Face is a “fearlessly adorable” Chinese Crested-Chihuahua mix.

Happy Face’s life hasn’t been a walk in the park.

Before landing at a shelter, Mr.

Happy Face spent time in a hoarder’s house and experienced abuse and neglect.

“When I first met him, he was the happiest creature that I had ever met.

In 2019, the top honor went to former strayScamp the Tramp.

Happy Face is the latest in a long line of pooches to get his paw on the prize.

Happy Face, long may he (hideously) reign.