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The Obamas' Family Dog Sunny Dies, the Former President Says
Obama said Sunny, the family’s Portuguese Water Dog, was loyal and full of energy throughout her 13 years.
On Tuesday, former United States President Barack Obama announced the death of Sunny, the family's Portuguese Water Dog, who remained loyal throughout her 13 years. Obama said, "We will miss her terribly."
The Obamas acquired Sunny at the start of their second term in the White House in 2013, where she immediately won their hearts and lived with the family in Washington throughout their years there.
Despite being a Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny disliked getting wet, Obama recalled. He remembered her as athletic, full of energy, and fiercely protective of their first dog, Bo.
Historically, other presidents maintained notable White House pets; George H.W. Bush's English springer spaniel, Millie, published a bestseller, while George W. Bush's Scottish terrier, Barney, starred in "Barneycam" videos.
While President Harry S. Truman famously advised, "If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog," President Donald Trump does not have any pets at the White House.