Obama family dog Sunny dies: ‘a force of nature’
Sunny, who joined the Obama family at the White House in 2013, was the second Obama dog after Bo, who died in 2021 Sunny Obama, the Obama family’s second beloved Portuguese Water Dog, died on Tuesday, Barack Obama announced on Wednesday morning. “Yesterday, we lost a cherished member of our family,” the former president wrote on social media, attaching a photo of the 14-year-old dog whom he…
Former U.S. President Barack Obama mourned the loss of Sunny, his beloved Portuguese Water Dog who had been a cherished family member for 13 years. In a heartfelt post on X, Obama described Sunny as an energetic and affectionate addition to the Obama household, joining them at the start of his second term in the White House alongside their first dog, Bo.
Known for her high energy and playful nature, Sunny regularly ran across the White House grounds, chasing squirrels and birds, while preferring to spend time with the family, particularly the Obama daughters. She was particularly protective of Bo, sensing his need for greater alertness. Obama fondly recalled Sunny's distinctive habits, including her love for the family and her distinctive approach to enjoying life.
Reflecting on Sunny's impact on the family, Obama praised her loyalty, affection, and adventurous spirit, describing her as "pretty much perfect." He expressed his deep sadness at her passing, mentioning that she would be with her big brother Bo, caring for him.
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