WHAT DO YOU THINK? (The Wichita Eagle)

President-elect Barack Obama probably thought his biggest challenge would be dealing with the sagging economy. But he said during his first news conference after being elected that the most popular discussion on his Web site was what kind of dog he intends to bring to the White House. A de facto transition team -- made up of pet lovers, talk show hosts, political pundits and animal rescuers -- ...

Obamas' dog search gets advisers barking (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)

Will the goldendoodle be the next first dog? One of President-elect Barack Obama’s first appointments is going to be a White House staffer who may urinate on his Oval Office rug and chew his shoes.

Decide the dog breed Obama's family should have (USA Today)

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington D.C. -- known for creative promotions -- is at it again. This one: "Vote" for which breed of family dog the Obama family should have in the White House. Voting started Monday in the lobby (anybody can...

Commander in leash (Denver Post)

President-elect Barack Obama probably thought his biggest challenge would be dealing with the sagging economy.

Off-leash blog: Winning votes and the hearts of America (Santa Fe New Mexican)

Sure, Barack Obama made history Tuesday, becoming the first African American to win the presidency. That racial barrier is behind us, finally, and the next one to go will surely be the glass ceiling for women.