Obamas' 'fiery and gorgeous' dog Sunny dies
The Portuguese Water Dog spent 13 years with the family, meeting many high-profile visitors in the White House, including Pope Francis.
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"Yesterday, we lost a cherished member of our family."
— Barack Obama , Politician
"For thirteen years, she would be by our side – always loyal, always sweet, always ready for adventure, still fiery and gorgeous till the very end of her days."
— Barack Obama , Politician
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The Portuguese Water Dog spent 13 years with the family, meeting many high-profile visitors in the White House, including Pope Francis.
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