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Raising Cane's mascot dies at age 17

The beloved mascot of Raising Cane's has died, according to the restaurant's official Facebook page.

The beloved mascot of Raising Cane’s has died, according to the restaurant’s official Facebook page.

The announcement came Sunday, along with a photo of the dog, Raising Cane II.

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According to the restaurant’s website, founder and CEO Todd Graves named the chain after his dog. Raising Cane II, a yellow Labrador, was a Christmas gift from his wife after the death of another dog, Raising Cane I.

You can read more about this story at The Advocate.

Patrick Dennis, Advocate file photo EXCLUSIVE TO WWL-TV.

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