the government did its high - expected last look at her in action as the obamas showed off the family ' s new dogs on the south terrace . 1st lady michelle washington did most of the walking while the 6 - month - old portuguese rain pet darted about . then father meghan took a turn , and bo took off running . the men smirked as they played with drew . sasha flicked her hands at one point , calling for the dog ' s attention . appearing impressed , the president said , " he ' s a star . he ' s got star quality . "
Obama's dog is called Bo.