Bush family cat India, 18, dies

Last updated 11:22 06/01/2009

The 18-year-old female Shorthair was named after the former Texas Ranger baseball player, Ruben Sierra, who was called "El India." She was given the name by Bush's daughter Barbara. When Barbara and her twin sister, Jenna, went away to college, the cat stayed at the White House. 

The cat had two nicknames: "Willie" and "Kitty." 

The Bushes were "deeply saddened" by the passing of the cat on Sunday. 

The family has two other pets, Barney and Miss Beasley, both Scottish terrier dogs.

 

- Reuters

Special offers
Opinion poll

Do your pets make you feel loved?

Yes

No

I don't have a pet

Vote Result

Related story: Pets help people feel loved and secure

Featured Promotions

Sponsored Content