VIDEO: Up Close and Personal With Bo Obama

First published at WashingtonTimes.com

I was at the White House to witness the arrival of the First Dog of the United States.

It was, predictably, a mad scramble as reporters got in position to get the best view.

It's a silly story, yes. But it's also one that translates into all languages and that every person I know has expressed interest in since Obama made his promise on Election Night that his daughters Malia and Sasha would get their dog.

With Bo at his feet, wagging his tail furiously, the president declared, "He's got star quality."

Bo already has his own “Big News” page on HuffingtonPost.com, and several people are “tweeting” in Bo's name on Twitter. (Though this is the most active.)

For the record, it wasn't all fluff. I did shout a question at the dog, who declined to comment.

Here's my story:

Bo Obama was ready for his close-up, and after strutting around the White House South Lawn Tuesday the world knows a lot more about the most famous dog in America.

The Portuguese water dog rivaled models on the red carpet with all the camera clicks and press attention he received during his rollout as the first family's pet.

Read the full story here.

And here's the video I put together after Bo's debut:

— Christina Bellantoni, White House correspondent,
The Washington Times

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Comments

[lawrencemuh]

your right this is a silly story.. but i guess it shows he holds his campaign promises...

[Crissy Patters]

Bo just adds another smile to my face when I see the first family. He's a cutie, Sasha is a little skittish but that'll pass soon enough.

[DeloresT]

I also noticed that Malia seems to be the most taken with the dog.

[nana4g]

Malia, usually so reserved, seems to be totally and unabashedly happy and excitedly thrilled with her doggie. It gives me great pleasure to see her delight with this pet.

[GoldenGirl19]

Christina, an excellent story and adorable video!! Your perspective was truly "the best" compared to others on the web! Thanks!!

[FiveFortyOne]

Wow. I do believe you had the best angle of anybody. Congratulations.

[IssuesInFocus]

Pleased that Bo has arrived and for now -- all, or some of the excitement is over.
Hopefully, President Obama will be given a chance to conduct interviews without being constantly asked when is the dog coming. Brian Williams did you hear me?
A great gift to the Obama's from a great family. Bo Diddley welcome!
See my take at: manchestersquare dot blogspot dot com

[MikeLicht]

Do Portuguese Water Dogs eat linguiça?

See

http://notionscapital.wordpress.com/2009/04/12/bo-obama-first-dog/