The veterinarian treating Zorro says Lance Mackey's sled dog will make a full recovery from injuries suffered when he was hit by a snowmobile.

But Zorro's racing days are probably over said the vet, Kobi Johnson. Johnson said Monday's MRI and an examination by a neurological specialist at The Animal Emergency Clinic in Tacoma found no need for emergency surgery, according to the Associated Press.

Zorro was flown to Washington Sunday Friday after he was hit on the trail during the All Alaska Sweepstakes race. The 9-year-old faces weeks of recovery for four broken ribs and severe bruising,

To read the AP report, click here.

Meanwhile, the snowmobile operator has taken responsibility for the accident. Mackey issued a plea Saturday for the driver to come forward. That happened Sunday, he said.

Mackey declined to name the individual but said the person was "absolutely devastated by what happened." Mackey said he expects the person to make reparations. He also said alcohol was involved.