Breeders fear too many people will try to get dog like the Obamas ' Bo . The dogs are not bred for looks, they're bred because of their intelligence and ability to work with people. Portuguese water dogs are `` active athletes , '' not couch potatoes . Bo was a gift to the Obama girls from Sen. Ted Kennedy . They are more likely to rip up couch than to lounge on it . Dogs bond quickly with family and want to be with them all the time .
Breeders fear too many people will try to get dog like the Obamas ' Bo . The dogs are not bred for looks, they're bred because of their intelligence and ability to work with people. Portuguese water dogs are `` active athletes , '' not couch potatoes . They are more likely to rip up couch than to lounge on it . Dogs bond quickly with family and want to be with them all the time .