Well we can all finally sleep better; things are beginning to fall into place. No I am not talking about the economy, honest politicians, human rights, or those pesky environmental issues. No, the White House finally has a dog and it appears not only will his appointment survive the vetting process (no pun intended) he appears to be accepting the position. 

I can’t tell you the sleepless nights that went into worrying about what Obama picked and the political ramifications that go with it. I mean really, a German Shepard was certainly out. Toy Poodle? Are you kidding me? What about a Boxer? No, too close to the Democratic Party. What about a Dalmatian? Black AND white, now that would have been politically correct! 

In the end the Obama family chose a Portuguese water dog, a gift from Sen. Ted Kennedy. 

Of course the choice of dog was only the beginning. How do you back track over your initial comments saying you will be getting a “pound dog?” Oh, I got it, just say one of the kids has allergies – everyone knows you can’t get any pound dogs without allergens, you have to get a pure bred (right?); Then make a donation to the local Humane Society for the “misunderstanding.” 

Anyway, we can all rest easy at this point. “Bo” Obama is now on board patrolling the White House lawns. I only hope it does not come out later Bo did not report income from a chew toy endorsement.