I mean, the outpouring of support for us is just absolutely amazing." Dozens of golden retrievers gather with their owners, and some other breeds, to pose for photos and play together in Boston on Sunday, April 16. "You know, it was like tears just came out," he said. Spencer's owner, Rich Powers, says he was overwhelmed by the gesture. The event on Sunday, hosted by MA Golden Meetups, was meant to honor the life of Spencer, and his sister, Penny, as well as all dogs who lost their lives to cancer. The Boston Athletic Association eventually named him the race's official dog, or the "Grand Barkshal." Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)įor years, Spencer had been one of the race's most beloved unofficial cheerleaders, encouraging runners who were making their way from Hopkinton to downtown Boston and holding a Boston Strong banner. Spencer and his owner Rich Powers, left, with the artist Tom Mosser who gives a kiss to Spencer. A massive portrait of the Boston Marathon's dog, Spencer, was unveiled by the artist at Fairmont Copley Plaza on Jan. Spencer died of an inoperable cancer in February. On Sunday, golden retrievers gathered on Boston Common to remember Spencer, the Boston Marathon's official race dog.
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