Thursday, February 5, 2009

Presidential Pets

By Camila Bilson

Now that President Barack Obama has taken the oath and will now the call the White House his home, 10's of Americans are wondering; will Barack fight off the presidential freshman 15 with some very health-friendly Dog Yoga exercises? President Obama has yet to indicate whether or not he will make Doga a regular part of his daily routine in the same way the last Democrat to hold office made morning jogs a regular part of his day. But knowing that President Obama is a dog lover, maybe it is not too unlikely to see him with his dog in the "downward dog" pose.

It certainly is not too farfetched to believe President Obama may enjoy some Doga exercises, he can be seen with a dog in a picture or two and he stated he and his family would be bringing a puppy with them to their new home in the White House. With a dog right there as a pet, maybe in between presidential duties, President Obama may grab his pet and relax with some Doga!

Many news-making pets have been able to call the White House their home over the past few administrations. President Clinton introduced his family's cat to the world; "Socks". President George Bush showed the world his dog loving side when he made his dog "Millie" famous. President George W. Bush also showed his fondness for dogs when he put his dog "Barney" on the map. Who will President Obama bring to the White House? Will Doga be appropriate?

After wining the Presidential election, Barack Obama took a moment to address his daughters while also addressing the nation, he said; "You have earned that puppy that is coming with us" His 10 year old daughter Malia has expressed interest in making a "Goldendoodle" their family pet, a hybrid of a golden retriever and traditional poodle.

"Socks," "Millie" and "Barney" are not the only pets to call the White House their home. In fact, most of the White House President residents have enjoyed the company of a pet or two. And believe it or not, not all of the pets are limited to the traditional cat or dog! William Henry made a cow his pet while serving as President, as did Rutherford B. Hayes. Theodore Roosevelt had many pets, including 5 bearsDoga is not recommend for use with bears!

Perhaps one of the most notable pets to call the White House their home is James Buchanan's elephant! Perhaps it is a good thing that President Barack Obama's daughters did not hear of this! After hearing about a White House elephant, the promise of a puppy may not be as grand! Doga is also not intended for elephants!

While it is true that past Presidents of the US have not been known to take a full Lotus yoga pose, yoga has shown that it can aid considerably in the reduction of stress. Moreover, interacting with dogs has shown to also reduce stress. Dog Yoga can be the perfect solution to anyone looking to reduce stress, presidential or otherwise!

Amy Stevens' Yoga4Dogs DVD is the perfect way to welcome your canine friend into a fun, exciting and stress relieving workout routine. Doga is great for big dogs, small dogs and every kind of person. Presidents, bakers, lawyers, carpenters.anyone!

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