Main, one in all President Biden’s German shepherds, might be moved from the White Home advanced to obtain coaching after he was concerned in a col
Main, one in all President Biden’s German shepherds, might be moved from the White Home advanced to obtain coaching after he was concerned in a collection of biting episodes, the East Wing stated on Monday.
“Main, the Bidens’ youthful canine, will bear some further coaching to assist him alter to life within the White Home,” stated Michael LaRosa, the spokesman for Jill Biden, the primary woman. “The off-site, non-public coaching will happen within the Washington space, and it’s anticipated to final a number of weeks.”
Main is about three years outdated and adopted from the Delaware Humane Affiliation after Mr. Biden’s daughter despatched him a Fb put up a couple of litter of puppies out there for adoption. As soon as they moved to the White Home shortly after Inauguration Day, Main, alongside together with his older compatriot Champ, got walk-in privileges within the Oval Workplace and free rein of the South Garden.
That has modified since Main has bitten a minimum of two individuals who have gotten near him, together with an “unfamiliar individual” who took him unexpectedly, leading to a minor damage, Jen Psaki, the White Home press secretary, stated in March. In current weeks, Main, who as soon as roamed exterior with out a leash, has been saved on a brief restraint. After leaving the residence every morning, the canine has been surrounded by handlers, Secret Service officers, and a swirl of White Home officers.
Champ, who’s over a decade outdated, will keep behind on the White Home whereas Main receives coaching. The Bidens additionally intend to maneuver a cat into the White Home, however on Monday, Mr. LaRosa didn’t present a timeline for the feline’s arrival.