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White House: Obama Dog Bo ‘Did Great’ Piloting Plane to First Family’s Vacation Spot

Posted on July 20, 2010 by CarbolicTim

WASHINGTON – The Obamas’ dog, Bo, was allowed to fly the plane that transported him to the Obama’s vacation spot in Maine last weekend, a source revealed. “Bo was anxious to take the controls, and he did a great job,” said…

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