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Remembering Socks: Former First Cat Dies
You may recognize this feline as a former "first pet" — Socks joined the Clinton family for both terms in the White House. After they left in early 2001, the kitty took up residence in Hollywood, MD, with Bill Clinton's secretary, Betty Currie. The cat was nearly 18 and battling lung cancer when Currie confirmed Socks's death this evening, saying that she was "heartbroken."
The Scoop: First Cat Passes Away
I'm saddened to announce that one of the precious pets of the current first family has passed away – this cute cat died Sunday at the Executive Mansion at the age of 18. The lil girl had many names; she was originally called "India" after the former Texas Ranger baseball player, Ruben Sierra (nicknamed "El Indio"), before the then 9-year-old Barbara Bush renamed her "Willie" when she joined their family. When the twins went off to college in 2000, they left their cat at home in the White House with President and Mrs. Bush where she's lived ever since.
Biggest Headlines of 2008: The Tale (Tail?) of a First Puppy-to-Be
I can't think of any other dog that's been more anticipated by the general population than the yet-to-be chosen, announced, named, or introduced addition to the Obama family. If we're all so excited, wanting to share our opinions for their pet, can you imagine what lil Sasha and Malia are feeling?! I know this was my favorite Barack Obama moment of the year, so I've backtracked to round up some of my fave posts about one of the Biggest Headlines of 2008.
Do Tell: Make Predictions About the (New) Obama Puppy Here!
I'd have to say my favorite part of last night's events, was when the president-elect announced to his young daughters, "Sasha and Malia, I love you both so much, and you have earned the new puppy that's coming with us to the White House." Now, this wasn't news to me but many people haven't been following the Obamas' doggie decisions as carefully as I have. He originally made the promise that, no matter the outcome, a puppy would make them a party of five after the campaign was over .
Natalie Portman Wants You to Do the Right Thing on Tuesday
Election Day is nearly here and, not only does Natalie want you to go out and vote, but she even has another suggestion regarding the "most important decision of our generation." Now I'm already on board with her advice to help the global economic crisis so I'm not surprised I agree with this tip, too. Think you know what it is?Will Your Pet Rock the Vote at Your Local Polling Place?
North is six years old and it's high time for him to get a taste of our political system! Now I've already found a couple ways for him to rock (and eat) the vote, so I may just bring him along to the local fire station polling place next week. Have you ever done this with your furry friends or do you simply share the results with them later on?
New Product Peek: Bark Obama and John McCanine
There's yet another way to get pets in on the election – let them take a bite out of it! No matter who you're voting for, let your dog beat the competition or proudly show his support by cuddling up to one of these super durable squeaker toys (or buy a set for a bipartisan furry fam)! Check out both sides of Mr. "Bark Obama" and Mr. "John McCanine" ($6 each) up close below!
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