P042109PS-0351

A White House Deputy Director of Oval Office Operations Brian Mosteller attempts to protect his shoes as he plays with the Obama family dog "Bo" in the Cabinet Room at the WHite House April 21, 2009. Official White House Photo by Pete Souza

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Orvokki* says:

I love the dog's white feet! They look like little slippers :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Ms. Aarika says:

Is Bo licking Brian Mosteller's shoes? lol
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Ana Santos says:

Ahhh, it's BO!!!
He's so cute!
:):):)

Bo's #1 fan and future dog-walker.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

donsnyc says:

Bo is wearing white gloves.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

wdunleavy says:

is that guy afraid of dogs?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

stephanie siomara says:

haha Bo has cute paws! Great capture =]
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tp says:

I dont think he meant to pee on his shoes, :D he is a cute doggie.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

mathamgri-pulling doubles says:

Oh, protect his shoes! What a weenie! Awesome puppy!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

seabird1 says:

Puppy trumps shoes every time! This is one great First Puppy!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

cglovesdogs(Way behind) says:

I heard Bo likes shoes!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

GrooveSurfer says:

now this is a totally different level of transparency
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

ronsho © says:

hey, can you tell who's protoma is there ?
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Michael Epstein says:

Great shot, Brian :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

juanRubiano says:

.... hahahaha
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

willows_v says:

This dog is really cute:-))) Lovely picture!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Anterograde Shutter Hammer says:

I look at this as a really cool capture... a simple cute looking dog can make one of the powerhouses in today's world put his feet up....hehehehehe
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

CC3010 says:

Awesome shot!!! Cute doggy! I love this photostream!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Matilde B. says:

BO *Belongs to Obama*
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

diabbolo says:

nice one
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Phlora says:

i'd love to have Bo teeth marks in my shoes :)

(why is Bo in " " ?)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

mrs pensive says:

great capture- welcome BO!!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Images By Tracey - On Commenting Hiatus says:

Fabulous, candid moment...... Bo is such a fine looking dog.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

beerzie boy says:

What a pansy.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

lainesworld says:

Seriously! Now why is this the first actual photo I've seen of this much hyped little dog? Great capture - cute feet (on the dog, that is!)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

affetto*m says:

awww! wonderful to see Bo in the house..keep em' coming
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

erik.swenson says:

do you think the Obama's kept Dubya's rug in the Oval Office until Bo is potty trained?!?! LoL!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

~irene~ says:

He's eating his laces! ;-)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

theSarge00 says:

Likely also an attempt to avoid the loving "tribute" our pets provide: a fine coating of hair on any portion of clothing they can reach.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

LONELY MONKEY ( never give up ) says:

so beautiful dog , i am happy they chose a cute kind dog
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Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

CButtrill... says:

Too cute!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

iampeas says:

I love that the dog's name is Bo...I just can't get over why we're calling him "Bo" (in quotations.) I mean - we're not calling him "President Barack Obama" we're calling him President Barack Obama. If it's his name...it's his name.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

dutchtl says:

This picture seriously makes me laugh!!! I jut love it!!! Bo is absolutely gorgeous!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

vitor.aguiar says:

what a DOG !
This kind, Water Dog (from the Algarve/Portugal) is the most clever and beatiful dog.
Believe me
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Adriana D. PhotoAdicta [deleted] says:

Aww adorable Bo, love its white paws
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

NikonLady says:

So super cute. Bo is such a beautiful dog. Why would Brian worry abou his shoes??? Seriously, has he not had a dog? My dogs don't get on my feet.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

beccasung says:

i want more pictures of bo!! and his white slippers! haha
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

gvil1 says:

He's probably afraid of dogs my friend does that too all the time when she see's my dog lol. Anyways Bo is so cute nothing to be afraid of.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

staceyrebecca says:

adorable.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

ZDistrict says:

Looks like this guy is afraid of dogs! lol
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

celestialsteps says:

How cool we got ourselves a black n' white President named Barack Obama and we got ourselves a black n' white dog with his initials!!! Bo has great markings.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

chicoblue says:

I'm afraid Bo is a guy's kind of dog, shoe-destroying is just the beginning of his career of mischief ... he's huge for a six month old puppy, thankfully the white house has both a new vegetable garden and a big old fountain to play with (*giggles*). Poor Obama Girls!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

♥ Bathing In Luxury ♥ aka Soap says:

Mosteller should relax a bit. Bo is a cutie!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

♥ Bathing In Luxury ♥ aka Soap says:

Darn, we can't add notes.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

jauschooewaa says:

I thought he was a miniature poodle . . .
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

pixiesticks23♥ (real busy) says:

this is funny
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

terry_usa says:

Funny dog!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Nazra! says:

Bo's wearing boots!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

chris6sigma says:

Ha! Bo is smart (ornery) enough to untie shoelaces. This picture definitely brought a smile to my face.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Michael Kwan (Freelancer) says:

Bo's white front feet are adorable. They look like socks.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

mattstilley says:

"get the hell away from me you hell spawn inbred F&%^&!!!"
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

admit says:

what an honor to get the shoes licked by the most powerful dog in the world
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

chile319 says:

I'd read that Bo has an affinity for chewing shoes, so that's why dude's protecting his feet.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

K. [ The Panda / Deer Man ] says:

Bo 's too cool ! ;)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

auroraborealp says:

Pete Souza :) portuguese blood, like the dog :) and myself :)....
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Fayza says:

His reaction is totally adorable.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Mabella says:

this dog is soooo cute!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Chibi Halo says:

I guess they're still in that new puppy have to teach him shoes and furniture are not chew toys phase every family goes through. The look on Mosteller's face is priceless. This is definitely a great candid in the moment shot from Pete.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

IndyKayla says:

that is the CUTEST dog EVER
i MUST get a portugese water dog!!!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Karan R Kadam says:

lol i love the PAWS !!

i bet demand for this dog has sky rocketed hehe
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Chibi Halo says:

Pete Souza I strongly recommend you create a collection for nothing but moments of "Bo" around the White House. You'd have people who love linking to cute animal stuff following his life in Washington.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

StanD70 says:

Great moment caught here. Awesome timing.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

iustustripudio says:

great candid shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Nun Qui [deleted] says:

he's probably real scared haha
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

amsun says:

Bo is such a cute dog! That's funny that Mostellar has his feet up, though. Great shot.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

DaN__Eyes says:

Wow! Its The PORTUGUESE DOG! the race its Portuguese! The Doggy Obama!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

marciajfo says:

Esse dog é lindo!!!
amo!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

wenerdi says:

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

PhotoSenseDatum (On holiday for a few days) says:

Bo is so cute.
Is it a portuguese breed?
Funny photo
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Visual Sophey says:

The dog is very cute!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Peid says:

the American is so cute and funny :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

crownrose gems says:

Great picture. The guy looks sooo silly and the dogs reminds me of Socks the Clinton cat.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

photo D-80 says:

LOL This photo is excellent, my friend.

gingee
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Johannes Adriaansen says:

Great capture.... Cool shot !
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

KalvinKhoo says:

Nice moment really nice. :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

orbitaldiamonds says:

Cuuuteness! :D
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

halstatt1 says:

Bo - "Look into my eyes...you're getting sleepy...now give me your shoes...."

"I'm the puppy, gotta love me! Woof!"
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

sounding says:

"Mosteller teaches Bo to tie shoes" -April 2009

"Bo precocious, drives car at age 1" -Dec 2009

"White House dog, Bo, testifies at Senate Confirmation Hearing on cruelty to animals, puppy cut abolished" -April 2010
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

jbardasian says:

i know brian! :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

NMdude says:

Looks like Brian is trying to show the dog his size 13 shoes. Just by looking at this pic, the scene conjures up some zany Disney type movie with a talking dog and only Brian can understand..lol
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

deb90566 says:

Is Bo sitting in on a Cabinet meeting?
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Sonia Luisa says:

sweet dog...
Is he scared of dogs?
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

Aprendiendo a ser Feliz says:

A beautiful puppy with his white hands
Posted 4 months ago. ( permalink )

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