He's here! He's finally here! The First Puppy is a 6-month-old Portuguese Water Dog named Bo. And he has a lei. Coolest dog ever.
All of America has earned the new puppy. Update: Obama makes good on this promise.
Culture Buzz The Shih Tzu/Yorkie mix is a leading contender for First Puppy: It's hypoallergenic and cute. Kerry Washington, friend of the Obama family, tells People she's pulling for a shorkie in the Whitehouse: “My dog is hypoallergenic, and I've told them all about her. They are loving dogs and great for the girls. So we'll see what they will choose.”
One of Barack Obama's biggest tests upon taking office will be selecting an appropriate puppy for the First Daughters. The nation is already holding its breath while he ponders this essential decision. Let's create a collection of appropriately presidential puppies for Malia and Sasha. Upload a picture of a puppy and explain why you think he or she would be a good fit in the White House.
Politics Buzz Technically, Obama only promised a new puppy to his two kids, but it felt like a promise to a nation. The whole country has gone crazy debating appropriate breeds. As America weighs in, I'd just like to offer some sage advice from a friend: “Real Dogs have snouts.”