When Tennessee University was deciding on its live mascot in 1953 , it was clear a normal dog would n't do ; a true Tennessee native was needed .
Currently on its ninth dog , Tennessee University has been led by Smokey for more than 60 years .
When Tennessee University was deciding on Tennessee University 's live mascot in 1953 , it was clear a normal dog would n't do ; a true Tennessee native was needed .
Currently on its ninth dog , Tennessee University has been led by Smokey for more than 60 years .