As president-elect Joe Biden prepares to take office in January, his beloved German shepherds will soon step into the spotlight as the nation’s first dogs. After a tumultuous year in 2020, the focus can finally shift to what truly matters: our furry friends and their undeniable charm. Following the announcement of Biden’s election victory, social media users quickly celebrated the Biden family’s pets.
Dog enthusiasts will surely appreciate the boop-able noses of future first pups Champ and Major, seen in a heartwarming photo alongside Dr. Biden. These well-behaved brothers sit patiently on their dog beds, looking directly at the camera, showcasing their good manners. Most dog owners know the struggle of getting their pets to sit still long enough for a photo opportunity! With names like Champ and Major, it’s hard not to love them; the name Champ was chosen by the couple’s granddaughters as a nod to a motivational phrase from Biden’s father: “Any time you get knocked down, champ, get back up!”
Champ’s adoption fulfilled a promise Biden made to his wife back in 2008 during the election campaign. He pledged to get a new dog if the Obama-Biden ticket won. To ensure he never forgot, Dr. Biden even taped pictures of dogs to airplane seats on the campaign trail. In November 2018, Champ welcomed Major into their home as his little brother. The Bidens initially fostered Major before deciding to officially adopt him, irresistibly drawn to his adorable ears. With this, Major becomes the first rescue dog to reside in the White House. Naturally, the good boys have their own Twitter and Instagram accounts, boasting over 100,000 and nearly 8,000 followers, respectively.
The new first dogs will continue the long-standing tradition of presidential pets. Notably, Donald Trump broke this trend by being the first president in over 120 years to not have a pet in the White House, with James K. Polk being the last to do so. Trump famously questioned the image of walking a dog on the White House lawn, emphasizing his unique position. In contrast, President-elect Biden has already incorporated Champ and Major into his social media narrative, promising to restore the joy of dogs in the White House.
Here’s a glimpse of one of our new first dogs, standing outside their Delaware home. Just picture a chilly January morning in 2020, with this little guy keeping a watchful eye outside the West Wing, ensuring that no one disturbs his domain.
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In summary, as we welcome Champ and Major into their new roles, we also celebrate the joy of pets in our lives and the positive impact they bring to our homes. With their charming personalities, these dogs will undoubtedly become beloved figures in the White House.