It looks as if the Portuguese water dog is the favorite to find a new home at the White House.
First lady Michelle Obama told People magazine that's how the family is leaning. She said they plan to adopt a rescue, probably in April. President Obama has mentioned that the Labradoodle is another contender.
Someone who the Obamas know - Sen. Ted Kennedy of Massachusetts - has two Portuguese water dogs, Splash and Shannon (a gift from the president of Ireland).
Michelle Obama said she had rejected two dog names - "Frank" and "Moose" - that daugters Malia and Sasha had proposed and told the girls to do a little better.
Portuguese water dogs require a lot of attention, grooming and outdoor exercise - and like their name implies - they love to swim.
So, does anyone have a Portuguese water dog? And if you do, can you e-mail me a photo and a note about why you like the breed to pets@delawareonline.com
And for those who don't have a Portuguese water dog, suggest some names for the first-dog-to-be.
1 comment:
Porties are a wonderful breed. I would imagine they want a low-to-no mess dog around the White House...hence the reason most times they are small lap dogs. But Porties have the same great characteristics for low shedding and non-drooling. Great with family and kids of all ages and sizes and TONS of fun. Sent some addit'l info and pics to Jill.
Great names for this breed are water-related names like Skipper, Captain, Mako, Black Beard etc.
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