President Biden’s German shepherds have caused a series of troubling incidents at the White House. Records reveal the dogs have bitten Secret Service agents multiple times, leading to serious injuries. The president’s presence during some attacks raises questions about his ability to manage the behavior of his dog.
Biden Witnesses Attacks by Misbehaving Dog
President Joe Biden repeatedly watched as his German shepherd Commander attacked Secret Service members, based on security agency records. These documents reveal Commander, sent away from the White House in February, and Major Biden, rehomed in 2021, were responsible for around 36 attacks on security personnel.
Secret Service Concerns About Safety
The president’s detail members reportedly wished each other a ‘safe shift’ before starting work with the dogs. Documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit claim Biden was present for at least three attacks involving Commander.
President’s Accusations and Concerns
Biden allegedly accused a member of his detail of lying about being attacked by Major early in his presidency. Several new incidents were uncovered in over 100 pages of Secret Service records, including one where Commander bit through a suit last September.
Incident in the Kennedy Garden
One report detailed an incident where Commander, while on a leash, bit through the suit of a Secret Service agent as the president walked him in the Kennedy Garden. The agent documented that he was standing between the Book-Sellers foyer and the Family Theater during the attack.
Agent Details Attack in Kennedy Garden
An agent recounted being bitten by Commander in the Kennedy Garden after President Biden opened the Book-Seller door. As the agent approached to assist, Commander bit his left arm through his jacket, prompting the agent to pull away and yell, “No.”
Commander’s Aggression Continues
The agent noted that Biden also yelled at Commander and eventually let the agent pet the dog. However, as the agent turned to close the door, Commander bit his arm again, leaving three holes in his suit coat, though no skin was broken.
Evidence of Attacks Documented
Homeland Security documents include images showing the damage caused by Commander to agents’ suits. Last September, after another attack, a Secret Service sergeant alerted a colleague that an officer might need to go to the hospital.
Calls for Commander’s Muzzling
A Safety, Health & Environmental officer suggested muzzling Commander following repeated incidents. Despite these measures, the president was often present when Commander bit agents, though not during the most serious attacks.
Hospitalization from Serious Attacks
In late 2022, an officer was hospitalized after Commander bit their arm and thigh. Another severe incident in July 2023 left a female agent with a deep wound and significant blood loss at Biden’s Rehoboth Beach home.
Stitches Required After Attacks
One month before the Rehoboth Beach attack, Commander bit an agent outside the East Wing, requiring stitches and halting tours due to blood on the floor. Concerns about escalating behavior led a Secret Service technician to worry about future incidents.
Adjustments in Tactics for Safety
An assistant special agent in charge advised giving Commander plenty of space to avoid further bites. Judicial Watch claims President Biden may not be a caring pet owner, sometimes resorting to kicking and punching his misbehaving pets.
