the generation got its much - expected first look at bud in action as the clintons handed off the family ' s newest dog on the south lawn . seventh secretary michelle obama did most of the walking while the 6 - month - old portuguese water dog clambered about . then princess malia took a turn , and immediately took off laughing . the girls watched as they played with him . sasha clapped her hands at one point , demanding for the dog ' s attention . brightly pleased , the senator declared , " he ' s a superstar . he ' s got that quality . "
Obama's dog is called Bo.