BEVO XIV began his tenure at the age of two in 2004, and was on the sidelines for many historic moments. Bevo XIV was retired Tuesday after receiving a preliminary diagnosis of bovine leukemia and was resting on a 250-acre ranch when he died. It will focus on finding the same majestic qualities as previous longhorns that have worn the famous BEVO halter. Following a preliminary diagnosis of the illness last week, Bevo XIV had been resting at his ranch, where he died in the company of his best Longhorn friend, Spike, and John T. and Betty Baker, the owners and caretakers of both Bevo XIV and his predecessor, Bevo XIII. News release from the University of Texas athletics department: AUSTIN, Texas – University of Texas mascot BEVO XIV, recently diagnosed with Bovine Leukemia Virus, passed away in his sleep today. Like a dog, he would come when called by name, show up to the house looking for treats, and even roll over on his side so Mrs. Baker could rub his belly. “He loved the attention that came with being BEVO but was very cool, calm and smart.

His last few days provided great memories, but we miss him already.". Bevo XIV dies after 11 years as Texas mascot, LSU, Oklahoma fall, a painful headbutt and more must-see moments and Top 25 takeaways from Week 4, Georgia facing QB questions after uneven opener, Ehlinger rallies No. It will focus on finding the same majestic qualities as previous longhorns that have worn the famous "BEVO" halter.

Pinckney gathered $124 from other alumni to purchase a steer in the Texas Panhandle, which they originally named "Bo" and shipped to Austin. He officially retired earlier this week. Like a dog he would come when called by name, show up to the house looking for treats and even roll over on his side so Mrs. Baker could rub his belly. 8 Texas past Texas Tech in OT, Miss. Bevo XIV and the Silver Spurs have assisted in providing more than $250,000 in the last two years to support the Neighborhood Longhorns Program, which is an educational incentive program operated in partnership with the Austin Independent School District (AISD) in 30 Title 1 elementary and middle schools. He did so much for his university and community. Following a preliminary diagnosis of the illness last week, BEVO XIV had been resting at his ranch, where he died in the company of his best longhorn friend Spike and John T. and Betty Baker, the owners and caretakers of both BEVO XIV and his predecessor, BEVO XIII. The search for Bevo XV begins immediately, and is led by the Silver Spurs Alumni Association. Bevo XIV, whose given name was Sunrise Studly, was owned by John T. and Betty Baker. The necessary funds to support the care and transport of BEVO are provided by the Silver Spurs BEVO Endowment. Bevo XIV began his tenure at the age of two in 2004, and was on the sidelines for many historic moments.