Which U.S. president kept the largest number of pets during his time in the White House?
Richard Nixon
Calvin Coolidge
Thomas Jefferson
John F. Kennedy
Fact: Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, practically ran a petting zoo out of the White House during his presidency. He and First Lady Grace Coolidge owned more than two dozen animals — including dogs, cats, birds, a donkey, a bobcat, raccoons, wallabies, and even a pygmy hippopotamus named Billy. Many of the animals were gifts from admirers, foreign leaders, and visiting dignitaries from around the world. While many presidents were known for their love of animals, none matched the sheer variety and number that roamed the Coolidge White House.
Correct Answer: Calvin Coolidge