Pancake the First Puppy of Texas Passes | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Pancake, the beloved golden retriever and unofficial “First Puppy of Texas,” has passed away at age 11, leaving behind a legacy of joy and warmth for the Abbott family and countless Texans who knew her. A cherished fixture at the Governor’s Mansion, she was a constant presence at public events and social media favorites, bringing smiles to all who met her. Governor Greg Abbott and his wife Cecilia honored her memory, thanking her for the eleven years of love, laughter, and companionship she gave them—and the countless visitors who adored her. Her passing marks the end of an era, but her…