It’s been said that if you want a friend in Washington, get a dog. But even in getting a new German shepherd, President Joe Biden drew fire.
After the president announced online that he and first lady Jill Biden welcomed a shep puppy from his brother, PETA condemned the move as a “killer” to those left behind in local shelters.
“This seems deeply disappointing @POTUS. You know it’s important to adopt homeless animals like Major. Paying a breeder to add to overpopulation is irresponsible & killer,” said the group in a tweet.
Meet the newest Biden. pic.twitter.com/JHAbH53iRk
— President Biden (@POTUS) December 20, 2021
“We wish Commander a great life, but the nearly 200 adoptable shepherds within 100mi of D.C. deserve one too,” PETA added.
The Bidens had adopted Major, but he turned out to be a biter, and they shipped him off. The first family told CNN that Major is living in a “quieter environment” with family friends.
This seems deeply disappointing @POTUS. You know it’s important to adopt homeless animals like Major. Paying a breeder to add to overpopulation is irresponsible & killer.
We wish Commander a great life, but the nearly 200 adoptable Shepherds within 100mi of D.C. deserve one too. https://t.co/siPTuyQsqL
— PETA (@peta) December 21, 2021
