How Dogpool Went From ‘Britain’s Ugliest Dog’ to ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Star

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A canine actor named Peggy stars alongside Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Marvel Studios’ latest film. There’s a lot of star power in *Deadpool & Wolverine*. Marvel Studios’ latest installment features a stacked cast, including Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Emma Corrin, Rob Delaney, and Matthew Macfadyen. But the film also introduces a new hero to the Marvel Cinematic Universe — one of the four-legged, furry-tailed variety.

*Deadpool & Wolverine* marks the debut of Dogpool, played by a mixed breed pup named Peggy. The titular anti-heroes encounter Dogpool — aka Mary Puppins — on their journey through the multiverse, and Wade Wilson quickly bonds with his tiny canine counterpart. In fact, it was Reynolds who first advocated for Peggy’s casting. “We did a global search, and Peggy beat out lots of contestants because of her sheer ugliness,” director Shawn Levy says with a laugh.

Before joining the cast of *Deadpool & Wolverine*, Peggy had some experience with the spotlight, having been named “Britain’s Ugliest Dog.” But she had never set foot (or paw) on a movie set before, and she quickly embraced her Super Hero training regimen.

“Peggy had never been trained to do anything,” Levy explains. “So once we found Peggy, she went into training for this movie. And she trained! Like, cut to the Rocky training montage. That’s how I imagine Peggy learning to run, learning how to hit a mark, learning how to look at something.”

Peggy’s transformation from Britain’s ugliest dog to a Marvel Cinematic Universe star is nothing short of extraordinary. Her journey is a testament to how every dog, no matter their appearance, has the potential for greatness. As Dogpool, Peggy brings a unique charm and energy to the film, proving that even the unlikeliest heroes can steal the show.

*Deadpool & Wolverine* is set to be a hit, and Peggy’s role as Dogpool adds an extra layer of excitement for fans. With her newfound fame, Peggy is sure to inspire many and become a beloved character in the Marvel universe.