Muggins - The Dog Who Served A Nation
Muggins - The Dog Who Served A Nation  
Podcast: A Dog's Devotion
Published On: Mon Aug 24 2026
Description: During the darkest days of the First World War, dogs played an extraordinary role alongside the men and women who served. They carried messages, comforted wounded soldiers, guarded camps, delivered supplies, and provided something perhaps even more powerful—their unwavering companionship and devotion.One remarkable dog who captured the hearts of Canadians was Muggins, a little white Spitz who became a fundraising hero during the war. He gave so much to those who needed help, asking for so little in return.In this special episode of A Dog’s Devotion, I’m joined by author and historian Grant Hayter-Menzies, whose fascinating book, Muggins: The Life and Afterlife of a Canadian Canine War Hero, brings this incredible story back to life.Grant takes us back more than a century to discover how Muggins became a symbol of generosity, compassion and the remarkable contribution dogs made during wartime.Their courage, loyalty and devotion helped people through some of the darkest moments in history—and their only reward was the love and trust they received in return.This is a story about a dog, but it is also a story about humanity, sacrifice and the extraordinary things our dogs are capable of giving us.🐾 Please listen, share this episode, and help us keep Muggins' remarkable story—and the stories of the many dogs who served alongside us—alive.Because dogs have always given us so much… and asked for so little in return.🎧 A Dog’s Devotion — wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow A Dog's Devotion📸 Instagram: @adogsdevotion1🎵 TikTok: @adogsdevotion📧 Email: adogsdevotion@gmail.comExecutive Producer: Chris Henley