As President-elect Joe Biden prepares to take office in January, his two charming German shepherds will be stepping into their new roles as the nation’s first dogs. After the chaotic year of 2020, it’s time to shift our focus to what truly matters: our beloved dogs and their undeniable cuteness. Once the Associated Press declared Biden the winner of the presidential election, social media quickly turned its attention to the Biden family’s furry companions.
Dog enthusiasts can’t help but adore Champ and Major, who are captured in a lovely photo with Dr. Biden, their noses just begging to be booped. The well-behaved duo sits patiently on their dog beds, facing the camera—a feat many dog owners can only dream of achieving. Their names, Champ and Major, are perfectly fitting. The name Champ was chosen by the couple’s granddaughters, inspired by a saying from Biden’s father: “Whenever you get knocked down, champ, get back up!”
Champ’s arrival at the Biden household fulfilled a promise made back in 2008 when Biden pledged to his wife that if they won the election, they would adopt a new dog. To ensure he wouldn’t forget, Dr. Biden even taped pictures of dogs to the back of airplane seats during the campaign. In November 2018, Champ welcomed Major into the family after initially fostering him. With his adorable ears, Major quickly became a permanent family member, making history as the first rescue dog to live in the White House.
The two furry companions now boast their own social media accounts, attracting over 100,000 followers on Twitter and nearly 8,000 on Instagram.
The arrival of Champ and Major marks a return to a tradition of presidential pets, as Donald Trump was the first president in over 120 years not to have a pet in the White House, with James K. Polk being the last. Trump famously dismissed the idea of having a dog, questioning how he would look walking one on the White House lawn. In contrast, President-elect Biden has embraced his dogs, promising to “bring dogs back to the White House.”
Imagine a chilly January morning in 2021, with one of these adorable pups standing outside the West Wing, keeping a watchful eye on the grounds—perhaps even ensuring that the previous occupant stays off their lawn.
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In summary, Champ and Major are set to bring joy and warmth back to the White House as the new first dogs, embodying the spirit of companionship and loyalty. Their journey from adoption to the White House not only highlights the importance of pets in our lives but also sets a new tone for the administration.