race, age, name of the 4-legged world champion!

Il Argentine footballer Lionel Messi he became world champion after that Argentina beat France on penalties during the final of mondiali in Qatar. After more than 30 years, therefore, Argentina brings back the cup that had been theirs at the time of Maradona.

Now, however, all eyes of animal lovers are on Messi’s dog! Here’s everything you need to know about the world champion dog!

What breed is Messi’s dog?

Messi’s dog is a Bordeaux Dogo dog, one of the oldest French breedsand it was a gift from Antonela Roccuzzohis wife.

For the Messi family, especially his children, the Hulk is a very special member. So much so that there are several publications on social networks where they appear together.

What is the name of Messi’s dog and how big is it?

Lionel Messi’s dog name is Hulk and was given to him because of his enormous size—as these dogs measure between 59 and 70 cm — and in honor of the Marvel character.

How much does Messi’s dog weigh?

The weight of a male Dogo can be understood between 50 and 55 kg; it goes without saying that he needs a large space to live. This breed is not suited for small apartments (and we doubt Messi’s home is small!).

What does Messi’s dog eat?

A dog like Messi’s requires between 750 and 900 grams of food. It is a dog whose development is very delicate, so it is advisable to give it quality food. Furthermore, it is necessary to adapt food rations according to age, state of health and level of physical activity.

How old is Messi’s dog?

It is not known what the current age of Messi’s dog is. However, these dogs usually have an average life span of 11 years.

How much does Messi’s dog cost?

The price of a Dogo de Bordeaux varies according to origin, age and sex, but on average it is around around 1,000 euros.

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