Apr 26 2021: In a wide ranging interview with Griffin “The Griff” Burns, Balto Johnson of The Atlantic reported that a six part documentary is forthcoming on the life and untimely passing of Boomer Dow. Most people will recall Dow for his time with the Kanine Komets and the 12 championship he brought to the city. Burns will explore Dow’s on field exploits but will also delve into charitable works heretofore unknown by most fans. Dow was a long time contributor to Make a Dog Wish as well as, surprisingly, the Miracle Cat Foundation. Dow’s family worked closely with Burns and provided access to personal letters, diaries, blogs, and photographs – up until now all unpublished. When asked why come forward with this project now, Dow’s wife Lucy said the 10 year anniversary of his career ending injury seems like the right moment. Murph Murphy, a long-time friend and mentor, agreed with Lucy and said it was time for the fans to get the full picture of Dow’s legacy.
Boomer: A life, the six part mini-series will air on DBS starting September 15.
Apr 9 2017: Animal Sports Illustrated: Today MLDB Commissioner, Lassie McGruff announced that the Dog Hall of Fame has finally waived the five year waiting period for the former Kanine Komet Boomer Dow’s inclusion on this year’s DOF ballot. She stated the Hall has finally come to its sense of smell in allowing the most famous, most accomplished, and most beloved player in Dog Ball history to be immediately enshrined. All dog sports fans are aware of the tragic story of Boomer’s untimely passing in 2014. After contracting a fatal liver disease Boomer died just days later at world-renowned Taylor Veterinarian Hospital surrounded by family and friends. The Hall’s announcement is long overdue according to reigning league MVD, Baxter Grant: “It is about time…Boomer was the best in this league for so long, he set the standard for all of us to follow.” After an emergency meeting of all eligible voters, the tally was unanimous, a first in any Hall voting. A fitting tribute to the one they called “King Komet.”
Apr 6 2013: NEDSN: (New England Dog Sports Network) Today, Kanine Komet super dog-star Boomer Dow announced an end to his Hall of Fame career. After playing sparingly last year and not being to take the field this season, he stated that he has officially retired. Immediately following the press conference the Komets announced they have signed Boomer to a lifetime services contact. Team SVP for Dogball Operations, Old Dan “Doogie” Howser, said he expects Boomer to take the rest of the year off then start as a special assistant to the general manager. Boomer, best known for his uncanny prowess in the post season, holds more than a dozen single season and career records. Fans should expect to make reservation to go to Dogstown, NY in 2018 for Boomer’s induction into MLDB’s Hall of Fame. It is widely assumed that Boomer will be the first inductee with 100% of the vote. The previous high was Rin Tin Tin, Sr of the Chicago Springer’s with 96% way back in 1941.
Sept 15 2011: WDOG: Boston's premier all Dog Sports radio channel, had an exclusive interview on the Big Show today with Boomer Dow's super-agent Jeff "El Jefe" Moondog. Moondog said that Boomer's rehab will be more extensive than initially expected and there is a chance this is a career ending surgery. When pressed if he was admitting that Boomer was done with the Komets, the agent, known as the Chief, said nothing is impossible with an athlete of Boomer's ability.
Sept 14 2011, BREAKING SPORTS NEWS: Sam "Spot" McTavish of the Timberwolf Times is reporting that Boomer Dow's back right knee was more damaged than previous tests indicated. The staff at Taylor Veterinary Hospital stated the procedure was a success and Boomer is resting comfortably. He will be released early Wednesday morning. When asked for a reaction to Spot's assertion, Komet's general manager issued a terse "No Comment".
August 21 2011, Sunday Diamond Notes: MLDB (Major League Dogball) continues to react to Boomer Dow's first trip to the DL. Legendary New York Yorkies slugger Rover Korowski said this of intra-division rival: "We started out as fierce competitors, but over the last decade I would say we have developed a true mutual respect." The Yorks and Komets have met for the MLDB AL Pennant six times in the past 10 years with the Komets winning five times.
August 18 2011: The Kanine Komets announced today that future Hall of Famer Boomer Dow, will have season ending ACL surgery on Sept 13 at the famed Taylor Veterinary Clinic in Cedar Falls, IA. While disappointed that his season is over, Boomer told Boston Retriever columnist Mutt O'Leary that the 90-day post-op rehab should allow him to fully participate in the 2012 spring training in Dog Wood Beach, FL. Boomer holds many single season and career batting records.
July 13 2011: Boomer Dow (future Hall of Famer from the Kanine Komets) said his knee had not improved since last week's announcement but he will be back for next year. Boomer is the all-time leader in homeruns, RBIs, and tail wags. He is also noted for his 2006 campaign where he set the single season record for Sleeping During the Day (SDD) percentage of .856--a mark that will most likely never be topped.
July 9 2011: In a subsequent press release the Kanine Komets announced that future Hall of Famer Boomer Dow will undergo two weeks of physical therapy prior to any decision regarding surgery on his injured ACL. Renowned orthopedist Dr. Rin Tin Tin, III (grandson of MLDB Hall of Famer, Rin Tin Tin, Sr) will evaluate Boomer on Monday to try to determine the extent of the injury. At this point, it is assumed that surgery is the likely choice but the Komet’s want to evaluate all options. Dr. Tin has rescued the careers of both Bingo, Lassie, and Marmaduke.
July 8 2011: in a major setback to the Kanine Komet’s championship hopes it was reported today that star pooch Boomer Dow has a blown left, rear ACL and is on the 14 day DL. It is likely that he will need season ending surgery. When asked for comment Komet’s owner, Jeff Dow, teared up and simply uttered the single word: "Tragic".
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