Washington Post
Sunny, the Obamas’ second dog, dies at 13
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Sunny, a Portuguese water dog owned by former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, died at age 13. Former President Obama said in a statement that she was "always loyal, always sweet, always ready for adventure." The Obamas adopted Sunny in 2013 as a second dog to join their family at the White House.
