Obamas Mourn Death Of True Friend, Beloved First Dog Bo
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In a string of heartfelt tweets on Saturday, former President Barack Obama announced the death of his family s beloved first dog Bo. Today our family lost a true friend and loyal companion. For more than a decade, Bo was a constant, gentle presence in our livesâhappy to see us on our good days, our bad days, and every day in between, Obama wrote.
Thousands responded immediately with condolences and pictures of their own dogs.
Former first lady Michelle Obama took to Instagram to make her own announcement.
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Bo, a Portuguese water dog, was a gift to the Obamas from the late Senator Edward M Kennedy, a key supporter of Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign who became close to the family.
Bo helped Obama keep a promise to daughters Malia and Sasha that they could get a dog after the election.
A companion dog, Sunny, joined the family in August 2013.
Both were constant presences around the White House and popular among visitors there, often joining the Obamas for public events. Source: PA
The dogs entertained crowds at the annual Easter Egg Roll and Bo occasionally joined Michelle Obama to welcome tourists.