Of course you know this is the current event I am going to report on this week! I mean come on I am a huge dog lover! The Obamas got a new 6 month old puppy, and not just any puppy a Portuguese Water Dog! His name is Bo. Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy had given Bo to then as a gift. They named him Bo because of the musician Bo diddly and also of Michelle's fathers nick name was Diddly.The reason they got a Portuguese Water Dog is because one of the first kids has allergies to dogs. This dog breed is supposed to be wonderful for people with allergies. The Obamas are not the only ones in love with this happy -go -lucky dog breed. It is more than happy to take direction from its master. So it is pretty easy to train. Lots of people have them, in fact they are becoming very popular around the U.S.A. They appeared in Portugal in the middle ages as fishing aid. But are now used for water rescue, and companionship. These little guys need a lot of exercise,and do a lot better with families. So I guess both of Obamas daughters will get lots of playtime with this little guy. As for grooming, well they need a lot of it to keep the coat up to standards. But I am sure being the first dog means you are never have to worry about that kind of thing! Portuguese water dogs live to 10-14 years old, not bad for a little dog. This I am sure makes the first daughters very happy that he will be around for a long time to come. All around these dogs are one of the nicest dogs out there and I am sure the first family would agree! Congratulations on your new puppy Mr. President!
*this information was found in the Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds, second edition and Timeforkids.com "A Presidential Puppy".
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I heard some where that this certain breed of dog can be very mischievious and can be a little destructive with your stuff. Is this true?
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