Major Makes History: From the Shelter to the White House

Emmy-winningNew York Times bestselling author JillTwiss delivers the tale of President Biden’s friendshipwith Major, the first shelter dog in the White House. Written in the dog’svoice, it tells of the German shepherd’s adjustment to the White House, andhis urgent calling in life—to support and care for the president. Hilarious and filled with heart, this story includesback matter highlighting past presidential pets and information on adoptingshelter animals.When President Joe Biden adopted his shelter dog Major from theDelaware Humane Association in 2018, their bond was immediate. President Bidenrescued Major and provided him with a loving home. What he didn’t know is thatMajor would also rescue him too.Major tells the captivating, funny story of how he and Joe firstmet, and their journey to his brand-new home, the White House.As a first dog, Major has a lot of work to do! It’s not easy beinga presidential dog. Major defends President Biden from vicious vacuum cleaners,helps in the garden by digging holes, and drinks afternoon tea from the toiletbowl, along with his buddy Champ. But his most important job of all is helpingJoe become a better version of himself.Educational, fun, and adorable, this is a heartwarming book aboutthe bond between a president and his very special shelter dog from the bestselling author of Everyone Gets a Say.