Posted on 01/15/2009 4:07:25 PM PST by presidio9
Senator Ted Kennedy made an important political endorsement Tuesday. Massachusetts' Senior Senator endorsed the Portugese water dog as the perfect pet for the nation's new first family.
President-elect Barack Obama made a very public promise to daughters Sasha and Malia the night he was elected. "You have earned the puppy that is coming with us to the White House," he said during his speech.
Ever since, speculation has abounded on what type of dog the first family would choose. The Obama's have said they need a dog that is hypoallergenic, because daughter Malia has allergies.
"A Portuguese water dog is the perfect choice for first dog," Kennedy said in a written statement. "The Obama girls -- and their parents -- will love a Portuguese water dog. They're loyal, smart, loving and they became a real part of the family. And they definitely do not shed."
Senator Kennedy and wife Vicki have three Portugese water dogs of their own. Sunny and Splash often accompany Kennedy to the Senate. "They love being around people and being part of the action," he said.
The Kennedy's just added a third Portuguese water dog to the family, a puppy named Captains Courageous or Cappy for short.
"I am proud to endorse the Portuguese water dog as the next First Dog of the United States," Senator Kennedy said. "They have a can do and hopeful spirit. They are smart. They are resilient. They are determined. They are optimistic. And they are tireless. Sounds like a perfect fit for the Obama Family and the Obama Administration."
Why should any mother dog be punished with a puppy?
“Fortunately, I had one with me when I accidentally drove my car off a bridge and into the water. Unfortunately, I was so drunk and so fat the dog got too tired from saving me to help the passenger in my car.”
Your right! She does sound like the perfect dog. If they can hold her for just a few more days then Obama will be president and they could take Air Force One to MN. to pick her up! That’s not to much to ask of the American taxpayer is it? And think of the publicity, everyone loves a good heart warming dog story! Just the thought of it gives me a tingling feeling up my leg. ;-)
They don’t even have to fly to Minnesota...Franken can bring her down to Washington with him. /sarc
Ya just can't make this stuff up!!
They're bass bait, not pets!
Is Teddy that drunk?
Sorry to kill you joke, but the Obamas have indicated that they’re only interested in a puppy. It is my experience that people who know nothing about dogs tend to overstimate the joys of owning a puppy ad nauseum. Puppies are cute pains in the ass.
I hope the dog in question can pull drowning people from the water, perhaps people trapped in cars that are underwater.
Looks hypoallergenic. Should be OK for the girls. But, it looks better than his wife, and could cause jealousy issues.
Pug.
Uh...Jack Russell Terrier
and a species confused mutt, scratching at the door
ROTFL! ;-D
Ha! Ha! did not think of that! Unfortunately that might be possible. I wonder if she voted for Franken too? Look we found another ballot! A little dirty and smelly, but it is clear the vote was intended for Franken. Shoot, they may even find a whole fresh pile of Franken votes there!
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