Spencer, The Official Boston Marathon Dog, Watching Over Runners Again Today

Via People Magazine

As reported on April 1:

A statue of Spencer — the late golden retriever named the official dog of the Boston Marathon in 2022 by the Boston Athletic Association — was unveiled on Saturday [March 30] in Ashland, Massachusetts, across from the canine's favorite spot on the marathon route. Local sculptor Jeff Buccacio made the statue. The canine became famous for cheering on marathon runners from the place near Ashland State Park year after year. Spencer's owner, Rich Powers, began the tradition with his cherished pet after the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. Still, the dog didn't go viral until 2018 when he showed up in the pouring rain holding "Boston Strong" flags in his mouth to show his support for the drenched athletes.

 

Via Boston Magazine

A behind-the-scenes look at the statue project:

'Golden retrievers posing with of Spencer, the official dog of the Boston Marathon.'
Via People Magazine, Photo By John Tlumacki, The Boston Globe