The Trafalgar ProPatria Legion is proud to announce that Muggins, The Historic Victoria Pooch has found a new home at 411 Gorge Road East.

The purebred Spitz raised over $400,000.00 (in today’s dollars) to support the Red Cross overseas during WWI. Muggins spent a lot of time at the Empress Hotel welcoming visitors to the City. He was taught to wander all by himself through downtown streets during the First World War with two donation boxes tied to his back, collecting funds for charities including the Canadian Red Cross, food for children in need and prisoners of war. This is what was printed on his pack…"I'm not chained to my job; I'm just doing my bit. Have you done yours?".

His contributions were recognized with eight different awards including the American and French Red Cross. Muggins became a famed mascot
meeting the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII) and famous Canadian General Arthur Currie.

Muggins also has a silent film (which will be debuting September 20 during Legion Week), showing him at the Empress receiving donations.

The intriguing story of this very special dog has been captured by Grant Hayter-Menzies in his book “Muggins: The Life and Afterlife of a Canadian Canine War Hero.” The Legion looks forward to sharing the story of this clever little dog who served his country and his community.

Please join us at the Trafalgar ProPatria Legion, 411 Gorge Road East on Friday, August 30 at 1:00 p.m. to meet Muggins and his Foster Parent Paul Jenkins who will share the history of the life of an amazing dog. The 2nd event will be during Legion Week, Friday, September 20, 2024 when the exhibit will be completed in our foyer. Hope to see you at one or both of our events.

Please feel free to contact me at the Legion 250-384-7814 Tuesday to
Saturday 11 to 3:30 p.m. or my cell.250-891-8691.