Pet people go bonkers for Bo
I thought the hubbub about presidential pups would be over now that the Obama girls finally have their dog. I was wrong. Today every animal advocacy group from here to the North Pole has issued statements about Bo. Here are a few:
PetFinder.com: “The White House puppy has finally arrived! As Malia and Sasha Obama get acquainted with Bo, their new four-legged friend, everyone at Petfinder.com wishes the Obama family the best. As the No. 1 pet-related Web site in the country and the largest online database of adoptable pets, Petfinder.com has extensive tips and resources for families like the Obamas that are bringing a new pet into their home. Those who want their own White House pup should check out Petfinder.com’s breed directory to learn more about Portuguese water dogs’ traits and characteristics. They can also browse through the 14 adorable Portuguese water dogs and mixes available for adoption on Petfinder.com.”
American Kennel Club: “The American Kennel Club congratulates the Obama family on the anticipated arrival of their 6-month-old Portuguese Water Dog, Amigo’s New Hope, affectionately known as ‘Bo.’ Bo was bred by Art and Martha Stern, long-time breeders who reside near Dallas, TX, and is a littermate of Senator Ted Kennedy’s pup Cappy. The first dog ever owned by the Obama family, as well the nation’s official ‘First Dog,’ this new presidential pup will not only leave a mark on the Obamas’ lives but shine a spotlight on dogs and the importance of responsible dog ownership around the world.”
The Humane Society of the United States: “The Humane Society of the United States congratulates the Obamas on bringing a new dog, Bo, into their family, and thanks them for taking in a second-chance dog. Bo is a Portuguese water dog who was apparently returned by the family that originally purchased him.”
Stu Freeman, president of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America: “While the PWD is a wonderful family pet, we want to use the increased interest in the breed as an opportunity to educate people about it. We encourage those who may consider adding a Portuguese Water Dog to their lives to do the proper research to ensure that this breed fits their lifestyle.”
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
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