Michael LaRosa, spokesperson for First Lady Jill Biden, shared with CNN that Major, a three-year-old German Shepherd rescue, is still acclimating to his new environment. This incident follows a similar occurrence earlier in the month, when Major bit a U.S. Secret Service employee on March 8, prompting him and his older brother, Champ, to temporarily return to Delaware for training. They just rejoined the Biden family at the White House last week.
Biden previously explained that Major, when startled by unfamiliar faces, reacts like a typical guard dog, trying to protect his territory. “You turn a corner, and there’s two people you don’t know at all. And (Major) moves to protect,” he noted. Despite these incidents, Biden reassured that the majority of people around Major enjoy his company.
German Shepherds are known for their intelligence and require ongoing training and stimulation. The American Kennel Club emphasizes the need for consistent training from an early age to prevent behavioral issues. While it’s clear that Biden cares for Major and Champ, the demands of being president may limit his ability to provide them with the training they require. Perhaps it would be beneficial for him to enlist the help of a professional dog trainer, like Cesar Millan, to host a livestream obedience session on the White House lawn—now that would be entertaining!
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In summary, Major, President Biden’s German Shepherd, has had two biting incidents this month while adjusting to his new surroundings at the White House. Although the situations were minor, they highlight the challenges of managing a highly intelligent breed like German Shepherds, which require considerable training and socialization.