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:





















When the towels are fresh out of the dryer
This better be gluten free pasta
That's what you get for watching Downton Abbey without me
Why are humans so afraid of wrinkles?
Your expensive hardwood floor is now my trampoline
Oh no! They put all their eggs in one basket
Double cat beard
Saving Gotham one can of Fancy Feast at a time
When your boss says you can go home early
And the MTV Award for best kiss goes to