"Ears" for the Obamas?

[amborin]

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a hairless and often toothless dog, favorite of Inca kings, offered from Peru

<http://buzz.yahoo.com/buzzlog/92026/?fp=1>

"Ever since president-elect Obama mentioned that his kids are getting a puppy, dog lovers around the world have been panting with anticipation to learn what kind of dog will become first pup.

Obama, who described the decision as a "major issue," is on the hunt for an allergy-free dog, since daughter Malia is allergic. Seeing that Obama is the first "global president," it's not surprising that the Fido frenzy has gone international.

Peru has suggested its native Peruvian hairless dog, a bald, toothless breed, which actually looks cuter than it sounds. (You can get better acquainted with the breed here.) The country even has a specific dog in mind. Nicknamed "Ears," the four-month-old has been offered formally to the future first family in a letter sent to the U.S. Embassy."

[ayeshahaqqiqa]

1. Interesting looking animal

Is that an adult?

[amborin]

2. i think it's a four month old, but not sure

[anneboleyn]

3. I am not sure what to say about him. Maybe they can adopt more than one dog? He's a face that only a

mother dog could love, but Peru is offering him as a gesture of good will...

[MsTryska]

4. I vote NO on purebreeds.

cute dog tho. but dogs in sweaters make me laugh and that dog would have to wear a sweater.

[Dervill Crow]

5. He's adorable!

I was thrilled at the thought of the First Family adopting a shelter dog, but this guy Ears is a cutie.

[Bucky]

6. There ought to be an upward limit on the "so ugly he's cute" factor

Last time Democrats tried that, we nominated Joe Lieberman. That did not turn out well.

[csziggy]

7. At least he would not bite any WH reporters! n/t