Former President Barack Obama announces death of family dog Sunny
Former President Barack Obama and his family announced the death of their Portuguese water dog Sunny on Wednesday morning.
Family mourns loss of pet
Obama wrote a post on social media platform X to share the news. He described the animal as a cherished member of the household who passed away yesterday. The former president noted that the family is currently mourning this significant loss.
Dog joined White House in 2013
Sunny arrived at the residence during the start of Obama's second term in office. She was born in June 2012 before moving to Washington later that year. This pet served as the family's second dog after Bo died in 2021.
Reports describe energetic personality traits
Sources indicate Sunny was known for her cheerful disposition and active nature around the team. The family chose her name to fit her happy personality rather than a serious one. Obama stated she loved the girls even when they were pestering her while napping.
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- The Hill
- The Guardian
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