Alaska's popular reindeer, Star, dies in owner's arms [View all]

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This May 23, 2010, file photo shows Star the reindeer and her owner, Albert Whitehead, taking a break during a stroll through downtown Anchorage, Alaska. The 15-year-old reindeer, the sixth of a line of local pet reindeer died Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.


ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A popular reindeer that could be seen walking the streets of downtown Anchorage has died at age 15.

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A note posted on her pen by owner Albert Whitehead says Star died in his arms.

Whitehead took Star on a short walk, and she collapsed after returning home.

Whitehead says she spent her last days hanging out and eating her favorite treats, such as grapes and mini wheats.

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