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ZORRO UPDATE: APRIL 30th 2008
Zorro improves daily, sunning on the Mackey's home porch. He continues to choose the outdoors over the comfort of a couch. Lance says "he has the mind of a 2 year old, he still wants to run and play, but his body reminds him that it is not possible yet." Each day he gains strength in his back and hips. He has the will power to heal and resume being the dog he once was.


Lance Mackey & Ron Udd
Anchorage Chysler Dodge Presents Lance
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Lance was all grins today. Like a teenager with his very first car. Lance received his 2008 Iditarod Dodge key, part of his winnings in this years Iditarod Sled Dog Race.


He surprised everyone by choosing a beautiful Dodge Charger instead of the traditional truck.

"It was a tough decision," Lance said with a twist of the head "but when I saw that pretty blue Doge Charger in the showroom, it was screaming at me" he smiled. "I have trucks for mushing, they just need some work, transmissons replaced or some cosmetic touches. This will be a better family car and better on gas".

"Ron Udd, owner of the Anchorage Chysler Dodge dealership, is an amazing guy for his continued sponsorship with Iditarod year after year". Lance says with pride, "He's my hero. The man just gives and gives".








 

The Big Mackey !!!!!
Stand Aside MacDonalds. Alaska now has the "Lance Burger". Served at Mia's Cafe (22.5 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road - near Fairbanks ) and consists of 12 ounces of plain or garlic-seasoned beef - cooked rare, medium or well-done. It's topped with lettuce, tomatoes, fried onions, cheese, bacon, mushrooms and jalapenos on a sesame seed bun. The owner of Mia's cafe, Elliot Lowe says "Lance is a WINNER and we think his hamburger is too !!" $1 from the sale of every Lance burger will be donated to this exceptional musher.

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Zorro Continues to Mend - APRIL 17, 2008
With lot's of loving and fussing from the Mackey family, Zorro is doing amazing. "He still has his limits" says Lance " little baby steps each day. He's like me in this healing process. He does'nt want to sit around. He'd go crazy. So everyday he does what he can. He's standing for periods of time. When he gets tired he sits. I know it's frustrating for him. He's nine years old now, it's tough to bounce back from an injury when your older". explains Lance.

In
Alaska's mid morning sun, Zorro enjoys sitting on the porch for a half hour over looking the dog lot where he once ruled. Then it's back to his cozy kennel indoors.

"It will be a slow transition to the house for Zorro. I think eventually he will take a liking to the couch life. We are thankful we still have him around, hopefully for many years to come. It's a real blessing." Lance says with a sigh of relief.





"Zorro" photo by Jan DeNapoli
Zorro Update - April 8th 2008
Although weak and confined to a kennel, Zorro is happy to be back home amongst his kennel mates. Lance explains "his brain says I want to be back outdoors playing with the rest of the sled dogs, but his physical body says, not yet'.

"Zorro has been wagging his tail and tilting his head to the sky recognizing familar smells and sounds. We are all glad to see him home. The doctors say he must stay calm, no running, jumping or breeding for this stud for at least 4 months" says Lance.

Sincere thanks
for all your support!

There has been a tremendous response to helping with Zorro's medical bills and travel expenses. "People just helped us with open arms". Lance says with a heart felt sigh "We are so grateful to all the folks in Seattle and Tacoma, and all of those who sent us donations. Wonderful get well cards have been arriving in the mail every day with doggie cookies and blankets just for Zorro" wife Tonya adds."It's incrediable".

"We are at awe at the support and thank all of you for your help, it was one less worry on our minds as the days went by. We will never forget the kindness from so many". Lance and Tonya both said.

Mackey Makes the Top 25 List of Toughest Athletes
Lance Mackey is named on the top 25 list on Sports Illustrated CNN.com, taking #2
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Update:Back Home - April 6th, 2008
Zorro has returned home and is wagging his tail. he is glad to be back in recognizable surroundings with his family and team mates.



Iditarod champ dog heads home to begin retired life
By Bryan Johnson - 3/5/08 KOMO TV
The lead dog for Iditarod winner Lance Mackey is heading back home after receiving treatment at a Tacoma emergency hospital for what were described as potentially life-threatening injuries.

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Update on "Zorro" - April 2, 2008:
Zorro is in Seattle with Lance and Tonya. The best news is, vets have completed an MRI and Zorro will NOT need back surgery at this time. He has a minor concussion, some bruising on the lung,
3 broken ribs, swelling, bruising & bleeding on the spine with one injured disc.
Zorro is responding to things around him. They expect, with time, he will get feeling in his back legs and be able to stand and walk. Zorro will be released friday evening from the Seattle vet clinic to come home and begin his long road to recovery with veterinarians in Fairbanks. Zorro will need 6-8 months of care and therapy. Doctors are optimistic for his recovery.

March 31, 2008:
Many of you are aware that Lance Mackey's dog "Zorro" was injured during the 2008 All Alaska Sweepstakes when a snow machine collided with his team. Zorro was in the sled bag when the machine struck his sled. Zorro sustained 3 broken ribs, some internal bleeding, and spinal injuries. He is not able to stand or use his back legs. Doctors are considering flying Zorro to Seattle for spinal surgery. We will know more when an MRI is done on Zorro this afternoon.

A lot of you have been asking about helping with expenses associated with Zorro's vet bills. They already are $3,700 and the cost will certainly climb if he needs to be flown to Seattle for surgery.




Final race results of the
All Alaska Sweepstakes March 26th, 2008

Nome to Candle & back


HE'S DONE IT AGAIN!!!!
The Fox from Fox, Alaska is the 2008 Iditarod Champion




photo by Donna Quante
UPDATE ON "HOBO"
For all of you asking..."Hobo", one of Lance's key lead dogs, is doing just fine. He was on antibiotics for a few days from a dog bite to his leg (a puncture). Nothing serious. He has healed wonderfully!

He is getting plently of TLC. Shorts walks in the late afternoon, extra helpings of Red Paw dog food and many nose kisses. He'll be ready for All Alaska Sweepstakes if called upon.

UPDATE ON "LARRY"
Sweet and wild "Larry" is all good. No worries. The cut on his foot (the pad) was minor, just an abrasion. It is healing quickly and he, as always, is jumping and screaming to go.





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