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September 2013

Jordan Rattenbury

I will never forget working behind the front desk the first year of the HRC and hanging out with Blue II whenever Michael came to work out. I would always have to stop him from shredding the basketballs, and he would get huffy with me, but I had so much fun spending time with him in the mornings. He would always make sure he came up to me before he left for a hug goodbye. He was such a big…

William “Bill” Ruppel

Thanks for the Memories from America’s Dog to Heavens Dog. RIP. I will never forget the Indiana State Fair Parade with Blue II, Trip and family. People from Dayton U, IU and Purdue. came up to get their pictures with Blue II. I had to stop many times for people to pet or run to the wagon to take a picture. I was Honored to have you in t…

Ike & Family

You were a GOOD DAWG here on earth, and I hope you’re resting comfortably now…woofs and kisses…

Susan Long George BA ’66 MS ’77

The Butler family will miss Blue II. He probably has a new job by now for he loved Butler, too. I am sure he is at the Rainbow Bridge to meet Butler alums when they arrive in Heaven. You were a great dog and loved by…

Penni M

RIP Blue II
You will be missed and never…

Julius Santos

My fondest memory of Blue II was when my brother encountered Michael and his family at the local froyo joint “Huddles”. To our surprise Blue II and Trip were both in the car. We asked if we could bring them both down and treat each of them to froyo. As expected each of the dogs obliterated their treats to their delight. It was a sight to see. Ever since then, every time I visited him in t…

David Chow

My name is David Chow from Hong Kong. I studied in USA as an international student for four years. While you never know who I am, I actually fell in love with you when I first saw you on tv for the NCAA basketball final four in 2011. I kept reading your blog , your pictures and video in the past few years.. Every time when I feel upset and stressful, your pictures always make me smile . Englis…

Mary Wolfla

Blue I was on campus when Butler welcomed you to school as the new mascot. It coincided with my first year at Butler.
I have fond memories of you tramping around school as a young pup, and because I always had to take summer school and I worked on campus during the summer I got to visit you and sometimes even have a play in the grass with you during those quite Butler summer days.
You wer…

Christie Corwin

I will always remember my little boys meeting Blue for the first time. My oldest immediately came out and talked about Blue all night. He even drew a picture of him and Blue together. Rest in peace, sweet Blue. You will be dearly…

Jani Brinson

You will be missed but I know Blue IiiI will make you proud. He had a great teacher and big brother. My dog Chompers and I will miss seeing you on T.V. RIP Blue and I know you will be looking down from heaven watching your favorite college team…Go…

Good Boy, Blue!

After much anticipation, the Butler Blue children's book, "Good Boy, Blue!" is finally off to print. Butler fans and kids of all ages are sure to love this heartwarming story and iconic illustrations.

Pre-order your copy today!

Get Your Pup a Blue III PetBox

Treat your best friend with a Blue III PetBox! After all, doesn't your dog deserve the very best? Blue III has teamed with PetBox to load up a box each month with the latest and greatest in treats, toys, and pet products. Proceeds benefit Butler's live mascot program too!

Order a Blue III PetBox today!

The Big Dawgs Tour

The Butler University Big Dawgs Tour rides again! From January through March, our beloved Bulldog, Butler Blue III will be venturing away from campus to spread some Butler cheer and follow the men's basketball team as they take on new BIG EAST opponents.

Be sure to follow along and enter yourself into the Big Dawgs Tour Contest!

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