#firstdog

[barbarrojasims-lookbook]

My Little Puppy 🐶 💖 

[nerdgurl22]

‘Throw the ball dad.’

‘I can’t buddy I have to run the country.’

‘Dad, that so is not my problem. Throw the yellow ball!’

‘I can’t.’

‘Dad! Throw it!’

@billclinton42

[aryantarkhan]

[lifeatherpaw]

Commander Biden: The German Shepherd Who Guarded the Oval Office (And Nipped a Few Agents Along the Way) 🐕‍🦺🏛️

Oh, the drama of presidential pups! If you've ever wondered what it's like to be the First Dog in a whirlwind of world leaders, Secret Service suits, and endless photo ops, meet Commander Biden—the black-and-tan German Shepherd who turned the White House into his personal chew toy (metaphorically, mostly). Born in 2021 and gifted to President Joe Biden by his brother, Commander arrived with all the loyalty and smarts of his breed... but the high-stakes environment? Let's just say it brought out his inner protector a bit too fiercely.

From his adorable Puppy Bowl debut to those 24+ "incidents" (yep, bites that sent agents to the ER—stitches included), Commander's story is a wild ride of love, chaos, and ultimate chill vibes. He joins the Biden fam's legacy of GSDs like Champ (RIP, the gentle giant) and Major (who got rehomed for similar shenanigans). Turns out, the White House's constant buzz—new faces, loud alarms, 24/7 energy—can turn even the best-trained shepherd into a stress-barking machine. Experts like Cesar Millan weigh in: it's all about feeling safe enough to trust.

But here's the heartwarming twist: After a tough 2023, Commander traded the Rose Garden for a quieter spot in Delaware. Now? He's thriving—more fetch, less frenzy—with the Bidens checking in via vets and pros. (P.S. Don't sleep on Willow the cat; she's the real White House MVP stealing the spotlight.)

This tale isn't just tabloid fodder—it's a paw-some reminder for us pet parents: High-energy breeds like German Shepherds need tons of exercise, clear rules, and low-stress zones to shine. Whether you're wrangling a rambunctious pup or just love a good prez-pet saga, dive into the full scoop on Commander's bites, backstory, and how to keep your own furry guard dog zen.

Read the full story: Commander Biden: Full Story, Bites & Current Status

What's your take—White House too ruff for pups, or just needs better chew toys? Spill in the reblogs! 🐾

[terrinakamura]

I think each of us has profoundly affected someone without realizing it 🔮. At 18, I babysat 5 kids weeknights (.60¢/hr) 🧸; was a weekend salesgirl at Jay Jacobs & served on their fashion board 👗 ( $1.75/hr;) & after-school working for the US Coast Guard 🗃️. ($1.50 /hr thru the Neighborhood Youth Corps, an anti-poverty program. I qualified because my dad had left our family). 💸. George Bukota was a journalist 📰 in the USCG Public Information Office ⚓. He showed me how to crop photos, set “type” on a typewriter, & let me design my first brochure for the US Coast Guard Icebreaker, Northwind 🌬️. It was an eye-opening experience. As a high school student, I loved art & sold pen & ink drawings ✒️ in the Blue Banjo Gallery in Pioneer Square 🖼️. Nelleke Langhout, the owner, let me sell free from the commission. It was so cool to make money that way & it made me dream of becoming an artist 🎨. One day George took me aside & said I might earn a more stable livelihood as a graphic artist 💵. After the buzz from the Northwind brochure, it got me thinking & I decided to become a graphic designer 👩‍🎨. He never knew how his words affected me. It was the perfect career for me 😊. A few years ago, I tried to find him. He isn’t on FB, so I sent a message to someone I thought might be his wife but didn’t hear back... 📵 until this week! When we spoke 📱, I recognized his kind voice that helped save me from artistic delusions to find my creative path in graphic design 🌌. I’ve retold this story throughout my life 💬. It points to how we have no idea how our words can affect others 🗣️. My life could have turned out differently 🗺️. Would I have pursued my dream of living in NY as an artist 🖌️? Would I have married my HS sweetheart 👩‍❤️‍👨? Graphic design was the perfect choice for me & I finally thanked George for what he did for me 🙏. Has someone been pivotal in your life? Did you ever tell them? Happy holidays ❤️❄️ . . PHOTOS: @terrinakamura #1972 #firstdog #snowdayfun #snowday❄ #freezingcold #iceicebaby❄ #snowbunny huddled in our backyard; goofy #penandinkart #followyourbliss BOOKNOTES: Thank you @jokeandbiagio @EricKoester @warrenlnaida John Lund . . https://www.instagram.com/p/CmiuNtlu17_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[globalnomadguide]

In the meantime, this will be our next adventure :) #corgi #firstdog #nomadswithpets https://www.instagram.com/p/CbAtxGCtGRb/?utm_medium=tumblr

[designandmanage]

Hope your Saturday is as good as this! Meet Goldie, Asher & Michelle’s baby pup pup! Can’t wait to meet 🐶 #nephew #sister #puppy #goldie #firstdog #dogsofinstagram (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CU0j1rZvtZO/?utm_medium=tumblr

[jonbizkit360]

Rest easy, Champ. All dogs go to heaven. #firstdog #champ #rip #bestboy #whitehousedog (at Las Vegas, Nevada) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQT9KXVqbNr/?utm_medium=tumblr