Collection Presidential Pastimes
Although the presidency is an often all-consuming job, many presidents have found solace in their various hobbies and pastimes. When...
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt drives around Hyde Park with his dog Fala.
Library of CongressPresident Dwight D. Eisenhower walks outside with his pet dog, Heidi, alongside him behind the fence.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum/NARA, National Park ServiceLyndon Johnson attends to business while holding mixed breed Yuki and cooling off in the swimming pool with his grandson, Patrick Lyndon, 1968.
Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum/NARAGerald Ford with Liberty in the Oval Office, 1975.
White House Historical AssociationRonald Reagan and Rex, his King Charles spaniel, in the Diplomatic Reception Room, 1986.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum/NARAGeorge Bush enjoys a walk with Millie and Ranger at Camp David, Maryland, 1991.
George Bush Presidential Library and Museum/NARABill Clinton with his new Labrador puppy, Buddy, 1997.
William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum/NARAPresident George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush exiting Marine One. Mrs. Bush is carrying Barney while President Bush walks Spot.
George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum/NARABo, left, and Sunny, the Obama family dogs, on the South Lawn of the White House, August 19, 2013.
White House photo by Pete SouzaAbout this Gallery
"If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog," said Harry Truman. Portraits of presidents with their dogs in quiet moments of reflection or boisterous fun have played a role in forming perceptions of the character and personality of our presidents in recent years.
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