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Smoky XI will be the next mascot of the Vols
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Wendy Davis
The father of Smokey XI is a droopy good boy. One of his favorite snacks is shoes — specifically Sanuks.
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Wendy Davis
Smokey XI has a modest collection of toys that he loves to chew and cuddle with.
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Wendy Davis
Smokey XI needed to get used to turf since his new job would have him spending a lot of time on the grass.
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Wendy Davis
Every family shares embarrassing baby photos. Here is when Smokey XI was still a small bean.
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Wendy Davis
Smokey XI eventually started growing into himself — but he’s always had big, floppy ears!
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Wendy Davis
Smokey XI’s proud, hardworking and distinguished mother had a lot of responsibility in raising a litter of puppies.
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Wendy Davis
Getting kids together for a family photo is never easy. But Smokey XI’s mother managed to get all the puppies in the shot.
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Wendy Davis
Smokey’s likeness runs in the family, especially in Smokey XI’s brother.
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Beth Haynes
It's not everyday you get to meet a celebrity, so WBIR's Beth Haynes had to grab a selfie!
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Wendy Davis
The father of Smokey XI is a droopy good boy. One of his favorite snacks is shoes — specifically Sanuks.
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