Joe Biden’s dog Commander made the headlines when his biting incidents came to light. Since then fans have been eager to know more about the pet of the former President of the United States. Here is everything we know about Joe Biden’s dog Commander’s age and breed.
How old is Joe Biden’s dog Commander?
The age of Joe Biden’s dog Commander is 3. He will be celebrating his fourth birthday on September 1, 2025.
Commander was a gift to the former president from his brother James Biden and sister-in-law Sara Biden. The First Family introduced their new pet amid great fanfare in December 2021. However, soon after, the reports of several biting incidents came to light, forcing Commander’s exit from the White House to an unknown location.
At the time, Elizabeth Alexander, the first lady’s communications director said in an emailed statement, “Commander is not presently on the White House campus while next steps are evaluated” while adding that the president and first lady “remain grateful for the patience and support of the US Secret Service and all involved, as they continue to work through solutions.”
What breed is Joe Biden’s dog Commander?
The breed of Joe Biden’s dog Commander is a German Shepherd. They are large, agile, muscular dogs of noble character and high intelligence. The dogs of this breed are usually loyal, confident, courageous, and steady. The male German Shepherd weighs about 65-90 pounds and their lifespan is 12-14 years.
This is not the first time Joe Biden’s dog was ousted from the White House. Their other German Shepherd, Major, was also sent away due to similar biting incidents. He was apparently dispatched to live with family friends in Delaware. The Bidens’ also had a beloved dog Champ who died in 2021 at the age of 13. The family also has a cat named Willow.
