First dog is nothing new for the White House. But 'Bo' - the latest one to occupy the position - has gained instant stardom in the US, with even President Barack Obama terming it 'a star'.

"It is spectacular and well-deserved. He's a star. He's got star quality," Obama said, as the first family stepped out on the sprawling White House lawns with 'Bo' - the six-months-old Portuguese water dog.