President Vladimir Putin introduced Bush to Konni, his Labrador Retriever, he reportedly said that she was “(b)igger, tougher, stronger, faster, meaner, than Barney.”
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George W. Bush: W.’s Scottish Terrier Barney may be the only pet to be insulted by a foreign leader. When Russian George H.W. Bush: Few pets on this list received as a much attention as the Bushes’ English Springer Spaniel, Millie, who had her own children’s book and was portrayed on four sitcoms. When running against Bill Clinton and Al Gore in 1992, Bush said “My dog Millie knows more about foreign affairs than these two bozos.”
Bill Clinton: The Clintons’ two pets, a domestic shorthaired cat named Socks and a Labrador Retriever named Buddy, famously did not get along. Clinton once joked, “I did better with the Palestinians and the Israelis than I’ve done with Socks and Buddy.”
Barack Obama: Because Malia Obama’s allergies required a hypoallergenic breed of dog, the Obamas
adopted two Portuguese Water Dogs named Bo and Sonny. Both are still alive. Only time will tell the stories Champ and Major will generate in the Biden White House, but people of all beliefs and backgrounds have a soft spot for pets. In a time of such political upheaval, that could be very refreshing.
Celebrate Valentine’s with a new love
By Adopting a Furry Friend!
Meet former King Street Cats Alumnus
Peppercorn She now resides in the office of The Old Town Crier and it has been rumored that she is quite helpful with the paperwork.
Bath & Primp • Nail Trim & file • Full Haircut Deshed • Theraclean Treatment • Teeth Brushing Hair Coloring • Exotic Grooming Gianna Schjang, Gabriella Brown • Paw Spa LLC 315 South Washington Street, Alexandria 22314 703-517-4428 • www.thepawspava.com
Love. Brush. Groom. Repeat.
PETS
OF THE MONTH
XANDRA
4101 Eisenhower Avenue Alexandria, VA 703-746-4774 alexandriaanimals.org Mon-Fri, 1-8 pm Closed Wed Sat & Sun, 12-5 pm
SAILOR
Adult, Female, Calico Domestic Shorthair
Adult, Male, Tricolor Treeing Walker Coonhound
Xandra is a shy girl who is hoping to meet her best friend who will help her feel comfortable and loved. She’s a sweet bunny at heart and just needs that certain someone who can help her show that. Xandra loves treats and playing with her toys and would love to enjoy both of those things with you! Schedule an appointment to meet Xandra at AlexandriaAnimals. org/Adopt-By-Appointment.
Sailor is one sweet girl! She greets her friends with purrs and loving head nudges and loves to be rubbed behind the ears. She also loves to play. Sailor could play all day! Until it’s time for a nap at least. Miss Sailor is looking for a family who knows when it’s play time and when she’s ready for a little space and quiet. Could it be you? Schedule an appointment to meet Sailor at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-ByAppointment.
Hi there! My name is Sammy and I am the cutest thing on three legs you have ever seen! That’s right - I said three legs. I recently had surgery to remove one of my front legs but am all healed up now and ready to go! And go I do! I am a very active guy who loves to run and play and can keep up with the best of them. Because I am so active, though, I would do best in a home with children over the age of 12. I am very social and love everyone I meet. I am also very loyal and affectionate. At the end of a long day of playing, I would like nothing better than to settle down with my favorite person. So if you think you have room in your heart and home for a guy like me, make an appointment today to come see me. I will be waiting! Schedule an appointment to meet me at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-By-Appointment.
Xandra’s Photo courtesy of Dirty Paw Photography
Sailor’s Photo Courtesy of AWLA
Adopt by appointment at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria! In-shelter and virtual appointments are available at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-By-Appointment. View all of our adoptable animals at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt. Old Town Crier
SAMMY
Adult, Female, Brown Cottontail Rabbit
Sammy’s Photo courtesy of DeSilva Studios, LLC
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