Dogs the Obama’s Should NOT Choose
By Kevin Fisher
As we bask in the afterglow of our 700 day, $2.5 Billion dollar presidential campaign we find the blogosphere obsessed with a single issue. Foreign policy changes? Economic crisis? Wall Street Bailout? No, the burning issue of the day is of course “What kind of dog should the next president get? “After putting an African-American in the White House it seems that our next job is to put a Canine American in the family’s quarters.
If you don’t know the story, President-elect Obama promised his daughters that after the election they would get a dog. (Already he’s demonstrating leadership and initiative; we all know that there’s nothing better than a bribe dog to keep the kids happy.)
The first family-elect is being inundated with opinions about the best breed of dog for them but being in the industry myself I thought I’d add my two cents. And being a contrarian I’ll discuss not the best dogs for the first family but the worst.
Smart Dogs.
Not a good idea to get a really smart dog. We’ve already seen with the Bush Baked Bean fiasco (the brand not the president) how one smart dog can subvert an empire. And I think most of us already know that Barney wins most of the tugs of war with the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Foreign Breeds .
Also an iffy call. Surely we’d all feel more comfortable with a good Canine American in the White House. Think about it, Chinese Crested, Swiss Mountain Dogs, Australian cattle dogs all so closely affiliated with foreign powers! To have such foreign agents so close to the seat of power (probably even sniffing the seat of power!) may not be the best idea. How could we be sure of their loyalties, that they wouldn’t turn around and sell state secrets to their home countries at the drop of a hat? I know this sounds farfetched but mark my words- if you see the president walking through the Rose Garden with a West Highland Terrier don’t be surprised to discover that Scotland has the bomb and is not afraid to use it.
Politically Expedient.
On the other hand there are some foreign breeds that would help to strengthen ties with friends and allies. An Afghan Hound, Italian Greyhound or German Shephard would work wonders in restoring our image overseas and cost billions less than foreign aid. There is, as far as I can see, only one glaring exception to this rule; “Please Mr. President, I beg of you, Step away from the French Poodle”
Oh No He Didn’t.
Common sense says there are some breeds that would be a definite no no. Imagine the scene at the first White house press conference when the reporter stands up and asks in a strong clear voice “Mr President, is it true that you have a Giant Schnauzer” (And it would be even more embarrassing if they had chosen the Miniature Schnauzer)
Whichever Dog the Obama’s Choose
I’m sure they’ll be wise enough to adopt a rescue dog and take care of it with only the best products. Like other celebrities and world leaders they’ll probably choose happytails Canine Spa Line to make sure that the presidential dog is never scratching or licking in inappropriate places and that he (or she) always looks, feels and smells his/her best.
I’m no lawyer, but I think the Constitution mandates that after the Vice President and Speaker of the House, the president’s dog is next in line for the job. So pick carefully Mr. President your dog will be only two heartbeats and a butt sniff away from the presidency.
November 13th, 2008 at 3:28 am
LOL - funny entry!
November 13th, 2008 at 3:34 am
And just why wouldn’t you want a giant schnauzer in the White House? Some of them, absolutely not, but there are other giants that would do just fine there. I just wouldn’t want them to get the publicity however. Enough of them in rescue as it is! And deter pesky reporters who stupidly stick their hands down where they shouldn’t. ;-))
November 13th, 2008 at 5:14 am
So I guess the following dog breeds would be P/C in the white house
Alaskan Malamute
American Eskimo Dog
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Water Spaniel American Water Spaniel
Boston Terrier
But above all else, definitely stay away from the
Black Russian Terrier!
January 6th, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Kevin:
I must tell you this is wonderful. Perhaps you should consider a position as a press secretary. What a wonderful view and no truer words could be spoken. I totally agree the pet, must above all else, be politically correct. However, since President elect Obama is mixed, maybe something with spots? Black and white of course. Please write more and keep up the good work.
January 6th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
Why not a Golden Retriever- that sounds magestic and “golden” plus they are ready to retrieve the data to put the country back together, but remember they need/want a hypoallegenic dog how about:
Labradoodle, Kerry Blue Terrier, Lowchen (Little Lion Dog), Maltese, Shepadoodle, Shichon, Shih-Tzu, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Wirehaired Fox Terrier, Xoloitzcuintle, Yorkshire Terrier, Peruvian Inca Orchid
January 6th, 2009 at 10:21 pm
I have a mini schnauzer, and I am quite fond of her. I’m not saying that the Obama’s should get one, but why not?
January 7th, 2009 at 1:05 am
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January 7th, 2009 at 10:44 am
I think the Obama Family should get a Standard Parti-Poodle. The Poodle is one of the smartest dogs around and they really love kids and the entire family.The Partis come in a lot of colors. I have a black and white Parti named Mydra Magic Wizard of Oz. He is the smartest and most interactive dog I have had the pleasure to have.
These dogs are easily trained and are relatively disease-free and love to romp with anyone who is willing to traipse thru the mud and rain to have a good time. They don’t have to be groomed to within an inch of their lives…a short coat all around and shaved feet and face is all we do to Ozzie!
January 14th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
THE BEST DOG BREED IS “STREET TERRIER” IN ANY HOME…THE ONE THAT YOU CAN CHOOSE IN THE SHULTTERS.
IS THE ONE THAT CAN A PRESIDENT WITH GOOD HEART WILL HAVE IT….
AND IF IS A CHIHUAHUEÑO, CHIHUAHUA AS YOU CALL IT WILL BE BETTER BECAUSE THEY ARE MEDICINE DOGS, THEY TOOK AWAY ALLERGIES…..
BUT ONE IN ADOPTION…..
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March 9th, 2009 at 6:48 am
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March 19th, 2009 at 8:43 am
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April 5th, 2009 at 7:54 am
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April 6th, 2009 at 8:57 am
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April 29th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
i am trying to reach donnelly who owns a parti poodle named mydra magic wizard of oz. who felt president obama should adopt a standard. the message was entered 1/7/09 10:44 am. I have a mydra magic poodle maybe. Who whelped parti poodles. And they are the best dogs for a family. would like to speak to donnelly
March 15th, 2010 at 6:22 pm
I work with these dogs and as far as animal behavior goes, I’m a solid believer in nurture and instruction. I have met Jack Russell Terriers that I would not go close to once again, but have by no means had a negative practical knowledge with an American Staffordshire Terrier. If you’re speaking about their owners- well, that’s a distinct story. Humans are animals as nicely, and we often each have our individual strategies about “moral concepts”.
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