BOSTON (WLNE) — The family of Spencer the Boston Marathon Dog has a brand-new golden retriever puppy.
The Powers family revealed on their Spencer & Penny Facebook page that Golden Opportunities for Independence got them a totally free puppy to help them deal with losing both their cherished dogs one week apart.
“We promise we will to continue Spencer & Penny’s mission with your pup and we know he will do amazing things. WELCOME HOME JIMMY!” the Powers said.
The family said Jimmy was born upon March 3.
Boston Marathon fans are hoping he will suffer for Spencer, who got nationwide acknowledgment for holding a flag in the exact same area on the path near Ashland State Park for 9 years.
Spencer died from cancer in February. The Powers revealed one week later on that Penny likewise passed from a disease.
Marathon authorities said over 100 goldens and their owners strolled a mile near the park as a homage to Spencer.
A picture of Spencer was likewise produced and shown ahead of the race.