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:





















Double cat beard
My dog smells a selfie
Don't Worry PETA, it's faux fur
EHRMAGERD CHERCLATE FRERSTING!
Your expensive hardwood floor is now my trampoline
That's what you get for watching Downton Abbey without me
Hey Bro, can I borrow your charger?
I'm Thinkin' Burgers Tonight
Oh Dude, get in this selfie right now
When your boss says you can go home early