P031509PS-0140

President Barack Obama runs down the East Colonnade with family dog, Bo, on the dog's initial visit to the White House on March 15, 2009. Bo came back to live at the White House in April.
(Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

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pkingDesign says:

I *love* this one! Totally behind the scenes life of a President with his dog. This could be anyone.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

DogTipper.com says:

A great photo capturing a happy dog moment!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

photine says:

I have loved this photo every time I saw it on the news. Glad it is on Flickr so I can make it a fave.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

donsnyc says:

Instant fave!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

NURY2000 I'm so Blessed. says:

a happy and fun momments with BO.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

zyrcster says:

This is a most awesome photo. Love the playfulness here.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

nolehace says:

...wonderful...simply wonderful...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

N i k o n D o n says:

Thats Awesome!!! "A Man and his dog"
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

© ♥)ღ(♥ suηata `•ღ(♥)ღ•´ says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called CREATIVE PORTRAITS, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

brondanino says:

I like the President Obama! He's not my president, but iw ould like to have him...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

luvi says:

Lovely shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

downBridge_photos says:

thats a great shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Incredicorp says:

Looks slippery though..Or could be when Bo has an accident...
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

behere_now says:

I want Bo as my dog.
I could fave every one of these shots
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

milliestarz says:

haha too cute!! :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Anna In NY says:

I love this photo, it's so full of life!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

K-Thai says:

I know he wants to keep his children out of the spot light, but I would love to see a candid family portrait with Bo.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Sheila in Millstone says:

this is great
l love it
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Time Stand Still says:

Love the picture . . . though I'm rooting for the Prez to slip on that slick floor and land on his tush!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

surf_silvietta says:

He's so cool!!
the best ever :D
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

brad_holt says:

This is where we started our White House tour. It's great to see this pic!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

rhuntington3 says:

Great shot!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

carryonicarus says:

To the batcave!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

JATStudios.com - Wedding Photography says:

our Pres is actually young enough to run with his dog!!!! you're the man!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

bluefootedbooby (heavy line's problem) says:

A man and a dog happy!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

C F Lucy says:

Love this pic! Perfect syncronization!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Yukkabelle says:

I love it ! Amazing photography of a very nice happy moment of true life...Bravo !
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

speckled_beckle says:

I saw this yesterday on my first visit to this stream, and I had to come back to favorite it. I just love that it shows that President Obama is not just the President; he's also a family man.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tom.w.bn says:

I really love this picture but the press department should be more careful with chosing the right framing. The black spot on the left (probably a person standing in the way) is a little disturbing.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

MicheKerr says:

I love this! Nice to see some life in the White House!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

1blessedmom Photography says:

What a great bond between these two. Very cute!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Anna Abbate says:

Bella!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

desert11sailor says:

Great shot! Mr O is probably fast on his feet, but my guess Bo wins in a serious footrace.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Pepper 09 says:

verry funy thx Mr's president !!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

melissathegoofy says:

I love this picture.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

pompomflipflop says:

This might be my favorite picture ever.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

dqtaz says:

Great image. I was trying to figure out why this image seemed so striking and I think it's partly because President Obama's feet are both in mid-air; he's not touching the ground. This really emphasizes the sense of motion.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

crownrose gems says:

Super, super picture
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

KRSPO says:

I'm the Chief Usher for a group called The White House, and we'd love to have this added to the photo pool.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Agent Meister says:

The first time I saw this picture I thought this was an excellent photo. I really hope that one day I can be able to get excellent shots like this one.
I'm glad this one was posted!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

apdragonmama says:

Hey uploader, check your tagged date - IIRC, the dog didn't arrive at the White House until around Easter - this picture was likely taken 4/15 not 3/15.

Great shot tho, very cute and humanizing moment.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

JidenLynne says:

You can see that the dog and the man bonded right away! Iconic photo!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

fuzzylogic55 says:

:)))
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

bbaxter1952 says:

This photo lives on my desktop at work and every time I feel stressed, I think of the great pressures on Barack Obama. I love this unguarded, joyful moment knowing how much pure pleasure a dog can bring.
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

Michele Watson says:

Classic!
Posted 2 months ago. ( permalink )

Jazzarina says:

Of course everyone's seen this great shot!
Posted 3 weeks ago. ( permalink )

Timon th Meercat says:

wonderful !!
President .
Posted 2 weeks ago. ( permalink )

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