First Puppy Moving into White House
Posted In: Family by ChiefThe Obamas have chosen a 6-month-old black & white Portuguese water dog named Bo to be the first pet. The dog was a gift from Senator Ted Kennedy of Massachusetts who owns several of the breed.
Obama’s daughters, 10-year-old Malia and 7-year-old Sasha, chose the name Bo because first lady Michelle Obama’s father was nicknamed Diddley, hence “Bo” Diddley.
The president seemed to enjoy the intense interest surrounding the first dog. When asked for an update on the dog selection process Friday, Obama joked, “Oh, man, now, that’s top secret.” Obama had promised his daughters a puppy during the presidential campaign. “This is Washington. That was a campaign promise,” Obama told Jay Leno last month during his Tonight Show appearance. “No, I’m teasing. The dog will be there shortly,” he added.
They chose the Portuguese Water Dog because they are considered good pets for children who have allergies, as Malia does.
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