Higgins
Acting
Biography
Higgins was a Border terrier and one of the best-known dog actors of the 1960s and 1970s. Most people remember him as the original Benji or as the uncredited dog from Petticoat Junction, two of the most popular roles he played during a 14-year career in show business.
Known For
Benji is a stray who has nonetheless worked his way into the hearts of a number of the townspeople, who give him food and attention whenever he stops by. His particular favorites are a pair of children who feed and play with him against the wishes of their parents. When the children are kidnapped, however, the parents and the police are at a loss to find them. Only Benji can track them down, but will he be in time? If he can save the day, he may just find the permanent home he's been longing for.
Benji
A dog tries to become a canine star with the help of Zsa Zsa Gabor.
Mooch Goes to Hollywood
The story of Higgins the dog, who appeared in on the TV series "Petticoat Junction," and the played the title role in the film "Benji."