The White House announced that the first family adopted Sunny, a ‘little sister’ for First Dog Bo Obama, who will now have company when he visits Walter Reed and Children’s National Medical Center, inspects holiday decorations at the White House, and greeting guests during tours and the annual Easter Egg Roll.
Bo has a new best friend in the White House.
President Obama and his family took in a second Portuguese Water Dog named Sunny, an adorable addition who will serve as playmate and “little sister” to First Dog Bo, according to the White House’s official website. Sunny, named by Michelle Obama for her cheerful disposition, officially joined the family on Monday. The puppy was born in Michigan just last June.
“We suspect Sunny will follow in Bo’s footsteps and keep the President company in the Oval Office, go for walks with the First Family after their 6:30 family dinner and even jump up on the First Lady’s lap from time to time!” reads a statement on the website introducing the pup.
Pictures and video on the site show the furry pooch lounging on the South Lawn, romping side by side with Bo and happily wagging her giant tongue. The cute canine has a lot to live up to. Bo’s official responsibilities include visiting Walter Reed and Children’s National Medical Center, inspecting holiday decorations at the White House and greeting guests during tours and the Easter Egg Roll. But it can get lonely in the presidential dwelling. In October, the First Lady told reporters that she hosted a “doggie play date” because Bo “doesn’t have enough dog interaction.”
In honor of the new doggie kin, the Obamas are making a donation to the Washington Humane Society, the website says.
