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The famous Boston Marathon dog, who cheered on the runners for many years, now has a statue in his honor!
Boston Marathon
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Spencer, Boston’s most famous dog, who cheered on the runners of the famous marathon for many years before going to dog’s heaven in 2023…
In his honor
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…now has a statue in his honor.
Forever
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Because of his remarkable involvement, the organizers wanted him to be remembered forever…
Forever on the course
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…who will forever be present on the Boston Marathon course.
Boston Strong
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This bronze statue was presented just before the new edition of the Boston Marathon, depicting the golden retriever with two Boston Strong flags in his mouth.
An emotional day
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Rich Powers, Spencer’s owner, had a very emotional day at the inauguration ceremony.
The return
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“THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to this happiness. Spencer is back on the marathon course!” he exclaimed, very moved.
Frankland and West Union streets
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The statue will stand on the corner of Frankland and West Union Streets in Ashland, Massachusetts, where runners frequently pass during the Boston Marathon.
Nine Boston Marathons
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Spencer was present at nine Boston Marathons, becoming the event’s official dog (appointed by the Boston Athletic Association) before passing away at the age of 13 from inoperable cancer.