First Dog Makes an Early Appearance

Though it was only this past Saturday that it was announced the First Family’s new dog wouldn’t be heading to the White House until this Tuesday, the First Pooch made its arrival already!

It will be “formally” introduced to the family tomorrow by Senator Edward Kennedy, but it’s already in Washington and has already met the Obama girls, Malia and Sasha.

With a little lei around its neck, the Portuguese Water Dog (also known simply as PWDs) sat patiently as the President and daughter Sasha gave it a pet. The girls have already decided on a name as well: Currently named Charlie, the six-month-old pup will be renamed Bo. The Washington Post says the name was chosen because first lady Michelle Obama’s father was nicknamed Diddley.

Though the First Family said they would adopt a dog from a shelter, PWDs rarely end up in shelters, so instead they’ve said they’ll be making a donation to the D.C. Humane Society.

[image: newscom]