The Portuguese Water Hound (picture above) as First Dog! The Portuguese Water Hound could be Barack Obama’s First Dog. Here are adorable photos of the Portuguese Water Hound and the Labradoodle, both First Dog contenders.

So it’s time to vote for First Dog! Let’s hear your pick - Portuguese Water Hound or Labradoodle?

Obama Portuguese Water Hound Pictures
Obama Portuguese Water Hound Photo 1
Obama Portuguese Water Hound Photo 2
Obama Portuguese Water Hound Photo 3

vs.

Obama Labradoodle Pictures
Obama Labradoodle Photo 1
Obama Labradoodle Photo 2
Obama Labradoodle Photo 3

LALATE’s pick - the Water Hound!

And how does the Water Hound compare to, well, Bill Richardson? Obama reveals today:

Stephanopoulos: “So, you’re closing in on it?”

Obama: “We’re closing in on it. This has been tougher than finding a Commerce secretary.”