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Former President Barack Obama shared that the family’s beloved Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny, died on Tuesday.

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“Yesterday, we lost a cherished member of our family,” the Obamas wrote in a joint statement shared on social media, later adding, "We will miss her terribly."

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Washington Examiner16 Sep

Former President Barack Obama announced on X that his family's Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny, died at age 13 on Tuesday. Obama shared memories of Sunny from when the dog joined their family during his second term in the White House, describing her as energetic and protective. He highlighted her playful antics on the South Lawn and noted she often assisted the staff around the residence. Sunny and Bo, who passed away…

Obama family’s beloved Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny, dies at 13 →
CBS News16 Sep

Former President Barack Obama announced on Wednesday that his family’s dog, Sunny, had died at age 13, calling her “a cherished member of our family” in a social media post. The post shared by Michelle Obama garnered over two million views within three hours. Obama highlighted Sunny's loyalty and energetic personality, contrasting it with Bo’s more treat-oriented nature. He also mentioned how Sunny formed close…

Obamas' dog Sunny dies: "A cherished member of our family" →
BBC16 Sep

Barack Obama announced that his family’s dog Sunny, a Portuguese Water Dog who had been with them for 13 years, died recently. Obama described Sunny as loyal and energetic, often joining high-profile visitors during his presidency, including Pope Francis. He noted her playful nature and remarked on how she would follow the White House staff around and help them in their work. The article focuses on Sunny’s impact…

Obamas' 'fiery and gorgeous' dog Sunny dies →
The Guardian16 Sep

Barack Obama announced on Wednesday that his family's dog Sunny, a Portuguese Water Dog, died at the age of 14 on Tuesday. Sunny joined the Obamas in the White House in 2013 during Obama's second term and was known for her energetic nature and occasional mischievous behavior. The former president shared memories of Sunny’s playful interactions with his daughters and staff, noting that she passed away peacefully and…

Obama family dog Sunny dies: ‘a force of nature’ →
ABC News (US)16 Sep

Barack and Michelle Obama announced on Wednesday that their dog Sunny, a Portuguese water dog, passed away at age 13. In a joint statement, they described Sunny as an energetic presence during Barack Obama’s second term in office, from August 2013 to January 2017. The Obamas highlighted her playful nature and close relationship with their daughters, Malia and Sasha, noting that she was fiercely protective of the…

Barack, Michelle Obama announce death of 'cherished' dog Sunny →

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  1. 16 Sep

    Former President Barack Obama shared that the family’s beloved Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny, died on Tuesday.

    5 outlets · Washington Examiner

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Where to start Obamas' dog Sunny dies: "A cherished member of our family" CBS News

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  • 16 Sep Barack, Michelle Obama announce death of 'cherished' dog SunnyBarack and Michelle Obama announced on Wednesday that their dog Sunny, a Portuguese water dog, passed away at age 13. In a joint statement, they described Sunny as an energetic presence during Barack Obama’s second term in office, from August 2013 to January 2017. The Obamas highlighted her playful nature and close relationship with their daughters, Malia and Sasha, noting that she was fiercely protective of the…ABC News (US)
  • 16 Sep Obama family dog Sunny dies: ‘a force of nature’Barack Obama announced on Wednesday that his family's dog Sunny, a Portuguese Water Dog, died at the age of 14 on Tuesday. Sunny joined the Obamas in the White House in 2013 during Obama's second term and was known for her energetic nature and occasional mischievous behavior. The former president shared memories of Sunny’s playful interactions with his daughters and staff, noting that she passed away peacefully and…The Guardian
  • 16 Sep Obamas' 'fiery and gorgeous' dog Sunny diesBarack Obama announced that his family’s dog Sunny, a Portuguese Water Dog who had been with them for 13 years, died recently. Obama described Sunny as loyal and energetic, often joining high-profile visitors during his presidency, including Pope Francis. He noted her playful nature and remarked on how she would follow the White House staff around and help them in their work. The article focuses on Sunny’s impact…BBC
  • 16 Sep Obamas' dog Sunny dies: "A cherished member of our family"Former President Barack Obama announced on Wednesday that his family’s dog, Sunny, had died at age 13, calling her “a cherished member of our family” in a social media post. The post shared by Michelle Obama garnered over two million views within three hours. Obama highlighted Sunny's loyalty and energetic personality, contrasting it with Bo’s more treat-oriented nature. He also mentioned how Sunny formed close…CBS News
  • 16 Sep Obama family’s beloved Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny, dies at 13Former President Barack Obama announced on X that his family's Portuguese Water Dog, Sunny, died at age 13 on Tuesday. Obama shared memories of Sunny from when the dog joined their family during his second term in the White House, describing her as energetic and protective. He highlighted her playful antics on the South Lawn and noted she often assisted the staff around the residence. Sunny and Bo, who passed away…Washington Examiner

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