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Mountain City Today
By the People, for the People
Biden Family Adopts Dogs from East Tennessee Shelter
The former president and first lady welcomed two puppies into their home.
Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:33am
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The Biden family's newest four-legged additions bring joy and companionship to their Delaware home.Mountain City TodayFormer U.S. President Joe Biden and his wife, former First Lady Jill Biden, have adopted two dogs from the Rescue DOG & End of Life Sanctuary in Mountain City, Tennessee. The shelter confirmed the adoptions, stating that the Bidens adopted the puppies, named Boo and Scout, through the sanctuary's partner shelter in Delaware.
Why it matters
The Biden family's adoption of the dogs from a small Tennessee shelter highlights the importance of animal rescue and adoption, especially for high-profile figures who can use their platform to encourage others to consider adopting pets in need of homes.
The details
The two puppies, believed to be around five months old, were part of a litter of four that were found by a friend of the Rescue DOG & End of Life Sanctuary and fostered until the shelter had room to bring them in and transport them to Delaware. While the dogs did not have to be adopted together, the shelter staff was glad to see the Bidens take both puppies home.
- The dogs were adopted by the Biden family in March 2026.
The players
Joe Biden
The former President of the United States.
Jill Biden
The former First Lady of the United States.
Rescue DOG & End of Life Sanctuary
A animal rescue shelter located in Mountain City, Tennessee that facilitated the adoption of the two puppies to the Biden family.
What they’re saying
“We are very happy these two dogs have a great home where they will be provided for. Just like any adoption, we look for provision, family, love, and home. Regardless of which side anyone is on political, these two pups have a good home.”
— Melissa Gentry, Staff member at Rescue DOG & End of Life Sanctuary
The takeaway
The Biden family's adoption of these rescue dogs from Tennessee showcases how high-profile figures can use their platform to promote animal adoption and support local shelters, regardless of political affiliation.
