The White House has been home to a wide variety of pets over the years, from dogs and cats to horses and even a raccoon. Some presidents have had no pets at all, while others have had a veritable menagerie of furry friends. So, which president had the most pets at the White House?

Which President Had the Most Pets at the White House?

Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt was a big fan of animals and had a total of 17 pets during his time in office. These included dogs, cats, horses, ponies, rabbits, guinea pigs, a macaw, and even a badger named Josiah.

Roosevelt's most famous pet was a bull terrier named Pete, who was often seen accompanying the president on his walks and rides. Pete was also known for his mischievous nature and was once caught stealing food from the White House kitchen.

John F. Kennedy

John F. Kennedy also had a fondness for animals and had a total of seven pets while he was president. These included dogs, cats, ponies, and even a parakeet named Bluebell.

Kennedy's most famous pet was a Welsh terrier named Pushinka, who was given to him by Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev. Pushinka quickly became a beloved member of the Kennedy family and was often seen playing with the president's children, Caroline and John Jr.

Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson was another president who loved animals and had a total of 11 pets during his time in office. These included dogs, cats, horses, and even a pair of beagles named Him and Her.

Johnson's most famous pet was a beagle named Yuki, who was given to him by his daughter Luci. Yuki was a loyal companion to the president and was often seen accompanying him on his walks and rides.

So, who had the most pets at the White House?

Theodore Roosevelt, with his 17 pets, takes the title of the president with the most pets at the White House. His love of animals and his willingness to share his home with a variety of creatures made him a beloved figure among animal lovers.