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The Obamas Breed of Choice
The whole world seems to want to know what kind of breed the Obamas are getting. Michelle Obama told People Magazine that they will be getting the dog when the Obama daughters Sasha and Malia come back from Spring break in April. But the question everyone’s dying to know is, what kind?
The choice has finally been narrowed down to one breed! Mrs. Obama says the family is looking for a rescue Portuguese water dog who is “old enough” and a “match” for the family dynamic. “Frank” and “Moose” are two name choices the girls have come up with.
“Temperamentally they’re supposed to be pretty good,” Michelle Obama said. “From the size perspective, they’re sort of middle of the road – it’s not small, but it’s not a huge dog. And the folks that we know who own them have raved about them. So that’s where we’re leaning.”
So what does the first lady think of all the attention from the public regarding the family dog search? Michelle says “One of the things I didn’t anticipate is the level of the excitement about the dog. I knew my kids were excited. They’ve been excited for years. They’ve even calmed down, because they feel like, ‘They said we’re going to get one, so let’s just shut up about it.’ “
She adds, “It’s all great and gracious attention. People are just being as helpful as you can imagine. So I know that we will find the perfect breed. And we’ll find people who are caring folks who will help us find the dog of our dreams.”
Good luck on the search!
Do not miss the first of many fun GoodDogz events to come in 2009! Invite your friends and join us on February 24, 2009, 6:00 P.M. for HAPPY HOUR in honor of SPAY DAY USA!
This spectacular event will be celebrated with some information on the importance of spay & neuter and will also have information for new volunteers.
It will be held at Ice House Cafe & Oyster Bar, which is located at 760 Elden Street, Herndon, Virginia 20170. We have reserved some tables in the back bar and will be offering Happy Hour specials! Hope to see you there!
MUTTS © 2008 Patrick McDonnell
Last month, Obama has announced that the First Family has decided to adopt a dog that would live with them at the White House. The family wants a dog from a shelter, but they need one that will not trigger 10-year-old Malia’s allergies. But here are some updates on their search of the future First Family Pet.
During an interview with CNN’s Anderson Cooper, President Barack Obama said that the family is still undecided on what kind of dog they want to get, and that the decision would not be made until spring of this year. That means the girls are almost getting that puppy their dad promised them.
Last month, Obama revealed that his daughters, Malia and Sasha, had narrowed down their list of dog choices into two breeds: a Portuguese Water Hound or a Labradoodle. Labradoodles were originally a cross between the Labrador Retriever and the Standard Poodle, now they are a breed of their own! Labradoodle-Dogs.Net is currently the largest breeder directory in the Internet dedicated to the Labradoodle breed! They are committed to helping breeders and owners connect in a safe and secure environment.