Pets have played notable roles in the lives of famous individuals throughout history. Joe Biden, the 46th president of the United States, brought his two German Shepherds, Champ and Major, to the White House, with Major being the first shelter dog to live there. Major was adopted from the Delaware Humane Association in 2018 but later moved to a quieter home due to health issues. The tradition of U.S. presidents owning dogs dates back to George Washington, who had various breeds at his Mount Vernon estate. Queen Victoria's beloved Pekingese, Looty, was a gift from Captain Hart Dunne after being rescued during the Second Opium War, and her affection for animals contributed to the establishment of the RSPCA. Lord Byron famously adored his Newfoundland, Boatswain, to the extent of memorializing him in marble, while his eccentricity was highlighted by his ownership of a bear at Cambridge. Audrey Hepburn's Yorkshire Terrier, Mr Famous, gained fame through his appearances in her films, influencing the popularity of the breed. Lastly, Anne Boleyn's lapdog Purkoy met a tragic end that required King Henry VIII to deliver the news to the queen, adding a layer of drama to the royal court.