Miss Rev loses an eye

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

In a piece of heartbreaking news, it was announced on Wednesday that Reveille, Texas A&M’s beloved collie mascot, has lost an eye to glaucoma.

According to a statement from President Welsh:

“I need to update the Aggie Family on our beloved mascot and First Lady of Aggieland, Reveille X. Under the watchful eye of her Mascot Corporals, it came to our attention that Miss Rev has been experiencing some discomfort and cloudiness in her right eye. Sadly, the issue has progressed and during a recent check-up, she was diagnosed with glaucoma. At the recommendation of our world-class veterinarians at the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, Miss Rev underwent surgery earlier today to relieve any discomfort. During surgery, the veterinary team discovered signs of abnormal tissue, and out of an abundance of caution, removed her eye. The tissue was sent to an ocular pathologist for evaluation, which is standard practice.

I’m grateful to report that Miss Rev has come through the surgery successfully, has been discharged and is resting comfortably. Our priority is her health and well-being, and we are blessed to have access to the remarkably talented and caring Texas A&M veterinary team who will continue to monitor Miss Rev on her road to recovery. She will take a brief hiatus from engagements as she fully recovers. According to her veterinary team, we can expect Miss Rev to be back to enjoying all her favorite activities — cruising on Rev Force One, attending classes, cheering on the Aggies and keeping our campus squirrels in line — this fall.”

So sad to hear that this happened, and immensely glad that Miss Rev seems to be OK. But on a more lighthearted note, Eyepatch Rev is gonna be the most feared dog mascot on college athletics.