MO HB1863

Designates "Jim the Wonder Dog" as the official historical dog of the state of Missouri

Jim the Wonder Dog was a Llewellyn setter and champion hunting dog from Marshall, Missouri

The dog reportedly responded to commands in foreign languages, shorthand, and Morse Code, and could identify cars by make, color, and license number, as well as people by occupation

Jim allegedly predicted winners of seven Kentucky Derbies, World Series outcomes, and the gender of unborn babies, gaining national fame through Ripley's Believe It or Not

Jim is the only animal buried in Ridge Park Cemetery in Marshall, where his grave remains a popular attraction frequently decorated with flowers and coins