American presidents have been keeping pets ever since George Washington first took the oath of office in 1789. In fact, only three presidents have abstained from animal companionship while in office! But that doesn’t mean there hasn’t been variation among the species who have called the White House home. Here’s our list of America’s most interesting presidential pets:





















I'm Thinkin' Burgers Tonight
That's what you get for watching Downton Abbey without me
When the towels are fresh out of the dryer
#SquadGoals
Hey Bro, can I borrow your charger?
Double cat beard
Don't Worry PETA, it's faux fur
Saving Gotham one can of Fancy Feast at a time
And the MTV Award for best kiss goes to
What everyone in LA looks like when it rains in July