From CBS News · Gabriella Biello · · 1m 20s
Sunny Obama, beloved White House dog, dies at 13
Former President Barack Obama announced the death of the family's Portuguese water dog, a fixture of White House life for over a decade.
In brief
Former President Barack Obama announced the death of the family's Portuguese water dog, a fixture of White House life for over a decade. Sunny, adopted in 2013 during Obama's second term, was a cherished family member known for her loyalty, energy, and quirky personality. Originally reported by CBS News.
Sunny Obama has died
Former President Barack Obama announced Wednesday that Sunny, the family's 13-year-old Portuguese water dog, had passed away. He called her a cherished member of the family.
“As far as our family was concerned, she was pretty much perfect.”
Adopted during Obama's second term
The Obama family brought Sunny home as a puppy in 2013. The whole household, including their first dog Bo, immediately fell in love with her.
Loyal, sweet, and full of energy
Obama described Sunny as athletic and boundless in energy, always loyal and ready for adventure. She had an ironic hatred for water despite being a Portuguese water dog.
Close with the Obama daughters
Sasha and Malia, who were 12 and 14 when Sunny joined the family, grew close with her over the years. Sunny loved the girls even when they pestered her during naps.
Second Obama dog to pass
Sunny's death comes over five years after Bo died of cancer in 2021 at age 12. Bo was adopted in 2009, fulfilling a campaign promise to the Obama daughters.
In short
Sunny, adopted in 2013 during Obama's second term, was a cherished family member known for her loyalty, energy, and quirky personality.
