While they never have and will never run, hold a press conference or issue an executive order, more presidential pets have lived in the White House than people in the first family.
Indeed, some of the more than 400 pets that lived at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. they were more popular than the presidents who held them. Bemorepanda collected interesting photos and facts for you.
George Washington begins the animal parade
The tradition of presidential pets dates back to the nation's first president, George Washington.
While he never lived in the White House, Washington personally cared for many farm animals at his home in Mount Vernon. Obviously, his favorite was Nelson, the giant bear, General Washington, who was traveling when he accepted British surrender at Yorktown, the battle that ended the Revolutionary War.
According to presidential historians, Washington never led Nelson after the war, choosing instead to allow the "splendid loader" to live his days as a pampered celebrity. It was reported that when Washington reached Nelson's paddle, "the old war horse would have run to the fence, proud to have been stroked by the great master's hand."
Abe Lincoln's Dog
A beloved animal lover and pet owner himself, President Abraham Lincoln let his sons, Tad and Willie, keep all the pets they wanted. And, the pets they kept. According to various historians, at one point Lincoln's White Housekeeper raised turkeys, horses, rabbits and two goats named Nanny and Nanko.
Nanny and Nanko sometimes traveled with Abe in the presidential transport. The turkey, Jack, went from the main course of Lincoln's dinner menu to the pet dog, when Tad's first son demanded the lives of birds.
Benjamin Harrison's goat
Along with a Collie dog named Dash and two opposites named Mr. Reciprocity and Mr. Protection, the third president, Benjamin Harrison also allowed his grandchildren to keep a goat named Whiskers, who often pulled the children around the White House lawn. cart.
One unforgettable day, his Whiskers, with their children, were running uncontrollably through the gates of the White House. Many residents of Washington, DC, were amused to see the commander-in-chief himself, standing on his top hat and waving his cane, following a goat's cart on Pennsylvania Avenue.
Theodore Roosevelt, pet champion
With six children who love the animals that live with him in the White House for eight years, the president of twenty-six, Theodore Roosevelt easily reigns as champion owner of the presidential pet, including some rather unconventional creatures.
According to the National Park Service, Roosevelt's list of non-traditional pet families includes: "a little bear named Jonathan Edwards; a lizard named Bill; guinea pigs named Admiral Dewey, Dr. Johnson, Bishop Doane, Bob Evans Fight and Father O 'Grady; Maude the pig; Josiah the badger; Eli Yale the blue macaw; Baron Sprinkle the hen; a one-legged rooster; a hyena; an owl; Peter the rabbit; and the Algonquin pony. "
The family loved Algonquin so much that when Roosevelt's son Archie became ill, Kermit and Quentin's brothers tried to take the pony to his bedroom in the White House elevator.
But when Algonquin saw himself in the elevator mirror, he refused to leave.
Quentin's sister Alice also had a jargon snake that she called Emily Spinach, "because it was green as spinach and as thin as my aunt Emily."
As for the traditional part, the Roosevelts were loved by dogs. Among their first dogs are Sailor Boy, Chesapeake retinel, Jack the terrier, Skip the Mongrel, Manchu Pekingese and Pete, a bull terrier who was exiled to Roosevelt's family on Long Island due to his tendency to bite staff members. White House. Alice said she saw Manchu, her penguin dancing on its hind legs on the White House lawn in the moonlight.
The role of the first pets
Presidents and their families usually have pets for the same reason that someone else does - they love them.
However, White House animals often play their own unique roles in the lives of their presidential parents.
Not only do presidential pets tend to improve the public image of their owners as "good people like us," they help reduce the stress involved by being "the leader of the free world."
Especially with the invention of radio, television and now the Internet, the role of pets in the first family, not only in the daily lives of owners, but also in history, has become better known.
When President Franklin Roosevelt and Winston Churchill signed the Atlantic History Charter in 1941 aboard the USS Augusta, radio and newspaper correspondents looked forward to the presence of Fala, Roosevelt's beloved terrier, Scottish.
In 1944, after Republican Congressmen publicly accused Roosevelt of accidentally leaving Fala after a presidential visit to the Aleutian Islands and sending him a shipwreck "for a cost to taxpayers of two or three or eight or twenty million. dollars, "FDR said memorably that the accusation affected Falla's" Scotch soul. "
"It's never been the same dog since," Roosevelt said in a campaign speech. "I'm used to hearing malicious lies about myself ... But I think I have the right to change my mind, to oppose slanderous statements about my dog."
First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt detailed Fala's life in the first presidential "Petrography." Over time, other first ladies continued the tradition. Barbra Bush wrote about Bush's Springer Spaniel, Millie and Hillary Clinton wrote about Socks the cat and the president of Clinton's Labrador Retriever, Buddy.
Although they did not actually declare their platforms, presidential pets also played a role in politics.
When he ran for president in 1928, Herbert Hoover was to be photographed with a Belgian shepherd named King Tut. Hoover's leaders believed the dog would improve the candidate's public image. Ploy worked. Hoover was elected and took King Tut to the White House with him. Including King Tut, the Hoover White House housed seven dogs - and two anonymous alligators.
Along with a white Collie named Blanco and a mixed dog named Yuki, President Lyndon B. Johnson, a four-Beagle Democrat named El, Ea, Edgar, and Freckles. During the 1964 re-election campaign, Johnson was photographed holding him in his ears. Republican congressional leaders described the incident as "animal cruelty" and predicted they would end LBJ's political career. However, Johnson produced several books that prove that lifting Beagles by the ears was common and not harmful to dogs. Eventually, the photo ended up selling Johnson to the dog owners, helping them defeat their Republican opponent, Barry Goldwater.
Presidents who had no pets
According to the Presidential Museum Pet, the only president known not to keep a pet throughout his term was James K. Polk, who served from 1845 to 1849.
Although they never had "official" pets, Andrew Johnson was said to have fed a group of white mice he found in his bedroom, and Martin Van Buren received two tiger cubs by the Sultan of Oman.
While most of the early families owned several pets, President Andrew Jackson was known to have only one, a parrot named "Polly," whom he taught to swear by heart.
In his first six months in office, President Donald Trump has not yet received a pet in the White House. Shortly after the 2016 election, Palm Beach philanthropist Lois Pope offered Trump the Goldendoodle as his first dog. However, the Palm Beach Daily News later reported that the Pope had withdrawn his offer.
Of course, now that First Lady Melania Trump and her 10-year-old son, Barron, have moved into the White House, the chances of a pet joining them have finally improved.
While the Trumps have no pets, Vice President Pence is more than taking over the health of the administration. The cats have an Australian Shepherd puppy named Harley, a gray kitten named Hazel, a cat named Pickle, a rabbit named Marlon Bundo and a nameless beehive.
The election of Joe Biden as president of the United States will also mark the return of quadrupeds to the White House, a tradition interrupted by Donald Trump, who has no pets. Joe Biden has two dogs, Champ and Major, one of whom was adopted from a shelter, writes Agerpres, quoting AFP.
Joe Biden moved to the White House with two German Shepherd dogs: Champ, who has lived with the Biden family since 2008, and Major, who was adopted in 2018 from an animal shelter. Unfortunately, there was an unpleasant incident and his dogs were taken away.
No matter what your day is like, good or bad, the pictures with puppies will surely bring a smile to you and will always arouse warm, touching shivers on your spine. For those who miss their pet and can't reach them at the moment, but also for all the people who love animals, Bemorepanda have prepared a special collection with some of the cutest and tiniest puppies in the world.
We guarantee that there is no more adorable pictorial than this! And if you don't believe us, all you have to do is take a look at the following pictures and convince yourself.
1.This puppy can be easily confused with one of the toys, how cute and beautiful it is.
2.Is it a teddy bear or a puppy? We consider it a super cute combo.
3.When you come home and are met by this look, how much you missed it.
4.Do you want to receive this flower as a gift?
5.This puppy is endowed with the symbol of love, a well-highlighted heart.
6.The bravest and smallest puppy on a mission!
7.Cute sleepy Husky.
8.Can I have some more treaties, please?
9.What a sunny day is today!
10.Winter is much more fun when you have a puppy.
11.Bubble bath in the yard.
12.Waiting to get home after a long walk.
13.That's y banana!
14.Enjoying weekends with tiny friends!
15.Do you prefer long walks in the park with your buddy?
16.So fluffy and funny being.
17.How hard is it to find him in a dark room?
18.Snowflakes and puppy, a perfect picture.
19.Brothers love is the strongest one in this world!
20.This moment when you ask your dog to go for a walk!
21.Enjoying long rides!
22.Such a sweety!
23.Cuttest bite ever captured on a camera!
24.Rainy weather is so much fun!
25.High-five is always a good idea.
26.Some more food, please!
27.Looks like an angel.
28.This puppy can be easily confused with a bunny!
29.A strong friendship and love is always between kids and animals!
30.Tiered of walking, but not of playing.
People love to compare. Compare yourself to others, or how a person or someone else looked before and how they look now, as well as draw parallels between what was and what has become. Of course, such photos are interesting to look at, and now you will be convinced of it!
“The first day of chemotherapy versus the last day. I am very happy about it! It was a long journey with many hospitalizations, but I made it through. Positron emission tomography showed that the tumors were shrinking. I couldn't be more grateful! "
From 2.5 months to almost 2 years
“I used to be afraid to wear short hair because of the weight that was reflected on my face. Today I said goodbye to my old self and went to a new life! By the way, I lost 27 kg "
A chicken raised in a cage battery on the first day of walking compared to it after 3 months
Canadian passport in daylight vs Canadian passport under ultraviolet light
“Yesterday my hubby and I renewed our driver's license and I feel like we look 20 years younger than before!”
"This is what 6 years of practice looks like - my art in 2015 and in 2021"
Anime vs reality
A man poses with a pile of boards, Ontario, Canada, 1872
Reverse progress also happens. "I lost 9 kg and I will continue until I get my body back."
"After 3 years, my teeth finally became even"
“On the left, my grandmother holds my father in her arms, and on the right, I hold my son. Genetics is such a cool thing! My parents always told me that I look like my father's mom, but I never got to know her during her lifetime. "
Finally, this beauty was able to fit into a tiny yellow polka dot bikini!
Back to the beach!
"3 months of sobriety, diet and light exercise paid off"
Difference in head size between a male and an adult Cane Corso dog
"All the weight gain went straight to those biceps."
Chimpanzee fingertip versus human fingertip
“My makeup at 16 and 24 years old. Yes, I'm making great progress! "
Christmas is one of the most important and long-awaited holidays of the year. The decoration of the Christmas tree, the goodies on the table, the arrival of Santa Claus and the carols that resounded in all parts of the city are the main ingredients of a successful Christmas.
Pets are part of the family, for this reason they also celebrate this winter holiday with us. Puppies are so sweet and energizing when decorating the house. For this reason Bemorepanda has collected this top with beautiful and bright pictures of Christmas Dogs.
1.Sleeping Santa
2.Merry Christmas
3.The cuttest buddy
4.Two brothers
5.Walking through Christmas
6.Presents for this buddy
7.Ready for Christmas
8.Warm and cozy atmosphere
9.Ready for Holidays
10.Gifts boss
11.Santa and his friends
12.Such a cute costume
13.Sleeping beauty
14.Cute Christmas clothes
15.Lovely dog
16.Cozy blankets
17.Santa parade
18.Hello, december
19.Christmas elf
20.Christmas treats
21.Winter stuff
22.Loving snow
23.Winter
24.Waiting for Santa
25.Christmas companions
26.A gift for the whole life
27.This eyes
28.Christmas lights
29.Christmas gifts
30.Merry Christmas
31.Reindeer
32.Santas for Christmas
33.So cute
34.Winter mood
35.Fuffy Christmas
36.Santa's love
37.Ready for amazing holidays
38.Gift lover
39.Stay warm
40.Christmas socks
41.What a gift
42.Playtime
43.A present between presents
44.It's Christmas?
45.Reindeer for Christmas
46.Santa and the cute pug
47.Christmas treats
48.Christmas photos
49.Waiting for Santa
50.Christmas spirit
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Many dog owners have probably observed more than once the desire of their pet to bury something away from prying eyes, not only food, but also other things. But what is causing this behavior? This could be understood if the dog were malnourished and in this case would hide something in reserve. But if the animal gets proper nutrition and has plenty of toys, then what's the deal?
Experts explained what caused the desire of dogs to hide things and whether something needs to be done about it.
Bemorepanda found the answer to this question. Specialists in veterinary medicine explained why this is connected and how you can correct the pet's behavior if it causes inconvenience to you and can harm your pet.
Previously pack animals, dogs have a natural tendency to bury important things like bones and food. Burying also provides stimulation, so dogs can hide toys and food when they are bored or stressed. To keep your belongings safe, you can give them a dedicated digging area and train them to only bury toys.
Do you feel like your dog's favorite bones and toys are slowly disappearing?
You may have searched long and hard - under furniture, inside cabinets, and on your dog's bed. In the end, you can come to terms with spending more money on new toys while still wondering where the rest went.
Your dog may be hiding his treasures in the mud outside, so don't be surprised if these toys turn up covered in dried mud later. If they don't have access to a backyard, their toys may end up in baskets, bedding, or under cushions.
This burrowing behavior is common among dogs. In the same way that you can hide your favorite snacks from family members or housemates so they don't nibble on your treats, your dog wants to protect his favorite things and save them for later.
This is what drives your dog's burrowing instinct.
Why do dogs like to hide things?
Your pet has inherited this very natural behavior from their canine ancestors - and wolves still do it today.
As pack animals, dogs sometimes ran out of food, so when they had a surplus, they stashed the food for later, says Dr. Abel Gonzalez, a veterinarian at Fuzzy Pet Health.
This instinctive behavior may also involve hiding things other than food or bones, such as favorite toys.
According to Gonzalez, dogs can hide whatever they see fit. This is because burying important items keeps them safe and prevents them from being lost or stolen by other pets in the home.
BY THE WAY
A dog born into a large litter of puppies may also be more likely to hoard their own stuff, having had to compete for mother's milk, puppy food and toys from birth, Gonzalez says.
What breeds do this most often?
Most modern pet dogs don't have to worry about where their next meal will come from, but they may still have a natural urge to hide something away.
According to Dr. Preston Turano, veterinarian and spokesman for AKC Pet Insurance, dogs that were originally bred to hunt underground prey tend to be more confident diggers and may dig in toys and food more often than other breeds.
This is why some breeds are more likely to bury things than others, such as:
- basset hounds
- dachshunds
- terriers
A 2022 study of over 18,000 dog owners shows that no behavior is exclusive to one breed of dog. However, it also turned out that greyhounds are unlikely to be "diggers".
Non-sporting and herding breeds like Collies, Bulldogs and Chow Chows are also less likely to bury things underground, Turano says.
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), other reasons dogs may bury or hide things are:
- competition from other dogs or animals in the home;
- boredom;
- stress or anxiety;
- overfeeding – If you give them too much at one meal, they may try to save the leftovers for later.
Should you be worried about your dog's hiding place?
In most cases, burying things is harmless. “It can be a very mentally stimulating and enriching activity,” Gonzalez says.
Because burying things is a natural instinct—much like chewing or herding cattle—your dog's body is designed for it. According to Gonzalez, this behavior helps them release physical, mental and emotional energy.
However, he says that trying to dig somewhere with hard ground, such as a rock garden, can cause injury to your dog's paws and claws.
Dogs that love to hide and bury things can also damage indoor objects like pet beds and sofa cushions, Turano said. And of course, if your dog behaves in a destructive way that pisses you off, both you and your furry friend may end up stressed.
A LITTLE ADVICE
Buying more durable pillows or keeping a close eye on your dog while playing outdoors can help. Just be aware that this won't fix the problem at the source if your dog is hiding things due to stress or anxiety.
If your dog obsessively burrows objects to the point of hurting himself when hiding or retrieving his toys, contacting a veterinarian or a certified pet behaviorist is a good next step. They can provide more guidance on anxious and destructive behaviors.
Keep in mind, too, that many veterinarians generally recommend not giving your dog bones. Bones can break into sharp pieces and damage teeth, leading to costly dental procedures, or if swallowed, get stuck in the gastrointestinal tract, requiring emergency surgery, Turano says.
If your dog likes to chew on bones, the American Kennel Club recommends that you let him do it under supervision, but not for long - up to 15 minutes, and get rid of the bones after three to four days. Instead, you can also opt for synthetic dice.
What to do with it
You may not have objected when your dog burrowed in his bones and toys, but now he's switched over to your stuff, like your remote control, your shoes, or your household knick-knacks.
You can try the following strategies to deal with this behavior:
Remove anything you don't want them to bury: If your dog is very fond of hiding his valuables, you may find it difficult to break the habit. Instead, keep things you don't want her to hide out of reach.
Set up a sandbox or yard area for burying things: Set aside a place where your dog can bury and hide toys. “Participating in instinctive activities can positively impact a pet’s mental health,” Gonzalez notes. As long as it's safe and controlled.
Block them in dig-free areas: Use temporary fences or other barriers to keep your dog from digging in places you don't want them to damage, such as a garden.
Train your dog to only bury certain items: "Dogs are smart and trainable," Gonzalez says. Most dogs can pick up new habits quickly, like burying their toys instead of your car keys. Training helps improve the bond between you and your dog and enriches his daily life.
Consult an animal behaviorist who can help you identify possible causes of destructive or persistent digging and suggest possible solutions.
Give the dog something else to do: A bored dog may bury things because he has nothing else to do. If you notice other signs that your dog may need more activity and stimulation, such as restlessness and excessive barking, try adding more exercise to his daily routine or introducing him to interactive puzzle toys.
Conclusion
Your dog's desire to bury his favorite things is completely natural. This inherited behavior may even be a mentally rewarding activity for your dog.
Of course, if you're losing things around the house, you may want to consider strategies to control this behavior, such as training or blocking access to digging areas.
Excessive digging and burrowing can sometimes lead to injury or property damage, not to mention worries about your dog's health and wellbeing. If this behavior is causing problems or your dog appears tense, consider seeking help from a veterinarian or canine behavior specialist.