Kennedy's devotion to Splash was enough to spur him to author a book for children, making the dog its "narrator."
The book, "My Senator and Me: A Dog's Eye View of Washington, D.C.," is an introduction to the political process aimed at elementary-aged kids. "This canine bundle of friendly, panting fun takes readers on a tour of monuments and then describes a typical day: staff discussion of an education bill, a ride in the underground tram between the Senate and the Capitol, a press conference, a committee meeting, and a floor vote," reads the School Library Journal's review. "Children will appreciate Splash's joy at the snacks and time for outdoor catch along the way, as well as the strategic Woof when the committee reaches an impasse on the bill."
More recently, Kennedy even helped to provide the Obamas with their own Portuguese water dog, Bo -- and we all have the now-departed lion of the Senate to thank for the tuxedo-clad, foot-biting bundle of friendly, panting fun now occupying the White House.
Say what you will about Sen. Ted Kennedy -- he certainly had his share of faults -- but the man sure did love animals. We're thinking today not just of the human family he left behind, but also of Sunny and Splash, who we're sure are among those who will grieve the most for their master.
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