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Bo Obama Gets in the Holiday Spirit

by Jennipher Walters (Subscribe to Jennipher Walters's posts)
Dec 7th 2010 5:00PM Filed Under: Celebrity Pets

Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson

Ever since Bo joined the Obama family back in April 2009, he's captured the hearts of America with his furry face, rambunctious energy and overall cuteness. And this holiday season, the presidential Portuguese water dog is really getting into it. In fact, he's -- quite literally -- part of the White House's beautiful Christmas decorations. A sculpture of the First Family Dog, which was made of pipe cleaners, is prominently featured in larger-than-life decoration form in the Booksellers Hall of the White House.

Each year, White House staff members and volunteers from across the country turn the regal White House into a Christmas extravaganza, attracting an expected 100,000 visitors this month. This year the White House theme is "Simple Gifts," which focuses on family, nature, food and music -- the simple pleasures in our lives. And, of course, Bo is part of the decorations, as he's a very important member of the Obama family.

Want to learn more about how the White House gets into the Christmas spirit? Watch a behind-the-scenes video of the making of Simple Gifts, courtesy of the White House:



To see a slideshow of the White House Christmas decorations -- including Christmas cookies featuring Bo and a marzipan replica of the First Dog in front of the White Chocolate Gingerbread House -- go to Holidash.

Bo Obama Takes the President for a Walk

by Paul Ciampanelli (Subscribe to Paul Ciampanelli's posts)
Jun 11th 2010 11:00AM Filed Under: Dogs

Brack Obama with his pet dog Bo pictureYuri Gripas, AFP / Getty Images

"I just knew I'd end up doing this every day. The girls promised me that if I got them a dog that they would be responsible and take care of it, but just like every parent ever, here I am. Getting dragged by the dog. But that's OK; it's not like I don't have more important things to do. It's not like I'm the President of the United States."

Well, at least that's what we imagine he's thinking as Bo pulls him down the path. What we do know is that the President is not alone in having a dog take charge of the walk. Check out our video, Pet On The Street, where dog owners answer the question: Do you walk your dog or does your dog walk you?

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Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Party!

by Eliot Glazer (Subscribe to Eliot Glazer's posts)
Jun 9th 2010 3:00PM Filed Under: Funny Animal Videos

Portuguese water dog pictureAOL

With so many puppy videos and so little time, we've gone the extra mile and begun cataloging some of the finest YouTube offerings, separating each collection by breed in a feature called Puppy Party!

Today's round-up features the precocious Portuguese water dog! If these playful pups look familiar, there's a good reason -- presidential pooch Bo Obama is a Portuguese water dog.



















What we wouldn't give to take a swim in this sea of cuteness!


Bo Obama Valued at $1,600

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts)
May 18th 2010 1:45PM Filed Under: Pets News, Celebrity Pets

Bo Portuguese water dog pictureJewel Samad, AFP / Getty Images

They say that pets don't make good gifts, but in this case we think the Obama family came out on the winning end. According to the President's own financial disclosure forms, his "welcome to the White House" gift -- Bo the Portuguese water dog -- is valued at a whopping $1,600.

The world-famous "Portie" was a gift from the late Sen. Edward Kennedy and his wife Victoria last April, who also adopted one of Bo's litter mates. And even thought the President didn't actually have to shell out the cash himself, White House protocol dictates that he disclose all of his gifts and their financial value.

So is $1,600 a good price for a purebred Portie? While we don't know if the figure represents the actual price that the Kennedys paid for Bo, or rather an estimate by the President's accountant, that price tag isn't quite as high as it may seem. In fact, Bo was on the discount rack when the Kennedys scooped him up.

Although Bo's breeder was quoted as saying that she doesn't consider him a rescue dog, Bo had originally been placed with a family in Virginia and was later returned to the breeder.

After scouring the web for a Portuguese water dog puppy, it appears that $2,500 is the average going rate for a pup that comes from "champion lines." Of course, it's hard to determine if the Obama effect has driven prices up for these allergy-friendly dogs. Just like with the Labradoodle craze, Porties are a breed that skyrocketed from semi-obscurity to super fame in an extremely short period of time.

Bo Obama High-Fives Oprah

by Paul Ciampanelli (Subscribe to Paul Ciampanelli's posts)
Dec 15th 2009 3:00PM Filed Under: Dogs, Celebrity Pets, Funny Animal Videos
Did you imagine you'd ever see the First Lady of the United States and the Great High Empress of Planet Earth both simultaneously abandon all of their stately dignity in a fit of coos and giggles? What could reduce these two proud Chicagoans to inane baby talk? Why, the cutest canine in the capital, of course. Jackie Kennedy might've said "gauche," but Paw Nation approves.


Bo Obama Celebrates His First Birthday

by Rebecca Quimby (Subscribe to Rebecca Quimby's posts)
Nov 3rd 2009 5:00PM Filed Under: Dogs
Bo Obama dog picture

Alex Brandon, AP

Michelle Obama spoke to Jay Leno recently about important matters affecting the country. Namely, Bo's birthday.

When asked about Bo's first birthday party, she revealed that the family had a "sweet celebration" in the rose garden. Bo's brother Cappy came over, and they had party hats and even a dog-house cake made out of "veal stuff." There was one snafu, though, when Cappy stole the rest of the cake off the table! But, the first lady said, "Bo didn't seem to mind."

Sounds like a better birthday party than most kids get. It's good to be the First Dog!

Dog as Political Pundit?

by Sonia Zjawinski (Subscribe to Sonia Zjawinski's posts)
Aug 24th 2009 4:30PM Filed Under: Dogs


There's that old wives tale about owners looking like their dogs, but can you and your dog share more than just looks?

In the video above, one Kentucky woman tries to convince us that her dog Opie has an opinion on our current president. This got us wondering -- should pets become unsuspecting campaigners?

We have a feeling Bo Obama would have something to say about this.


Bo Obama's Breeder Passes Away

by Helena Sung (Subscribe to Helena Sung's posts)
Jul 28th 2009 5:00PM Filed Under: Dogs, Pets News
Bo the Portuguese Water Dog's picture

Photo: Alex Brandon, AP

Martha B. Stern, the breeder of First Dog Bo Obama, died July 21 at the age of 72.

Stern and her husband Arthur were thrust into the national spotlight earlier this year when Bo -- one of nine puppies born at their Texas kennel, Amigo Portuguese Water Dogs -- was selected to become the First Family's pet.

The Sterns first became intrigued by the Portuguese Water Dog while watching the Westminster Kennel Club dog show in the 1980s, reports the Houston Chronicle. "She was a longtime breeder and had a fine reputation," Stuart Freeman, President of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America, told Paw Nation.

Senator Ted Kennedy, who owns three pet Portuguese Water Dogs bred by the Sterns, formally gifted Bo to the Obamas. At the time, Mrs. Stern shared a light-hearted prediction of the rambunctious puppy: "He's going to be a little gentleman, believe me -- until he sees that fountain," she laughingly told Pet Connection in April. "He'll be splashing around and saying, 'Where's the fish? Where's the fish?' We're expecting great things of that little fellow."

The family requests that any memorial contributions be made to the Portuguese Water Dog Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 203, Parker Ford, Pa. 19457-0203 or AKC Canine Health Foundation, 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Raleigh, N.C. 27617-3901.

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The Bo Obama Stuffed Animal

by Michelle Toglia (Subscribe to Michelle Toglia's posts)
Jun 10th 2009 12:00PM Filed Under: Dogs, Pet Product Reviews, Celebrity Pets
Stuffed Bo obama animal dog picture

Photo: existentist/Flickr

You've got the Bo Obama Beanie Baby, water bowl and teddy bear. Now, there's a new toy in town.

Add the Bo Obama Stuffed Animal to your First Dog collection. The plush pup hit German shelves this week in Bad Koesen, eastern Germany.

The Kösen toy company's Portuguese Water dog looks like it's fit to meet the cuddling requirements for humans and pets alike.






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Bo - the Newest Presidential Pet

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts)
Apr 14th 2009 10:00AM Filed Under: Dogs, Pets News, Photo Galleries
After months of anticipation, the First Pup has finally arrived in the Obama White House -- and we sure hope he's getting some media training. This 6-month old Portuguese Water Dog, already named Bo by Malia, 10, and Sasha, 7, is set to become the most famous dog in America. The first daughters chose the name in homage to their maternal grandfather, whose nickname was Diddley, and also for their cousin's cat, who has the same name. Bo made his way to Washington with a little help from Senator Ted Kennedy and and his wife Victoria, who own three Portuguese Water Dogs. Finding the perfect pooch took some time -- the Obamas were looking for an allergy-friendly dog for Malia. All we can say is, the White House vegetable garden better watch out.


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