Obama says Bo's got spirit

In a CBS morning show interview with Harry Smith, President Obama couldn't help but defend the antics of first dog, Bo. When Smith suggested Bo isn't exactly the most well-behaved dog of all time, the pres said he wouldn't have it any other way:

"Bo -- Bo's -- you know, Bo, he's a teenager. He's a puppy still. And -- he -- he, every once in a while, does get a little frisky. But I would not want just a -- passive dog. I want a -- a dog with a little bit of spirit. And he definitely has some spirit. He's a smart dog, though. And -- and he has a good temperament. You know, he is -- he is very friendly and fun loving. But -- but when he gets out in the south lawn sometimes -- when he breaks loose, it's -- it's tough to catch up with him."

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