Today, we honor the impact political dogs (and other pets) have had on American history and society, particularly on a day named after Richard Nixon's dog, Checkers. The holiday was established to remember the significance of presidential pets like Nixon's loyal cocker spaniel, who became a media sensation. To celebrate National Dogs in Politics Day, can you match the President with their pet?
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Presidents
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Pets
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A. Barack Obama
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1. Macaroni (Pony)
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B. Franklin D. Roosevelt
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2. Commander (German Shepherd)
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C. John F. Kennedy
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3. Bo & Sunny (Portuguese Water Dogs
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D. Theodore Roosevelt
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4. Misty Malarky Ying Yang (Siamese Cat)
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E. Joe Biden
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5. Rollo (Saint Bernard)
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F. George H.W. Bush
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6. Fala (Scottish Terrier)
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G. Jimmy Carter
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7. Millie (English Springer Spaniel)
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Candice Hinkle
Assistant Director
Program for Pet Health Equity
Knoxville, TN
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