Hulk, Lionel Messi’s dog, is an impressive Dogue de Bordeaux that arrived in the family in 2016 as a gift from Antonella Roccuzzo, his wife. The mascot was a part of Messi’s life in Barcelona for several years. However, after the native Rosario moved to the United States to play for Inter Miami, the dog no longer follows them.
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After an interview in the podcast of Miguel “Migua” Granados, a renowned Argentine comedian, as reported by La Nación, the topic of the family pet Messi-Roccuzzo, who has not appeared on social media since the footballer moved to Paris to join PSG, was mentioned.
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What happened to Hulk, Messi’s dog?
Granados reported on his streaming channel’s “I Dreamed of Flying” show that Hulk has stayed at Barcelona and will stay there forever, according to what Messi would have told him.
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“I asked him where that bull was, and he told me: ‘It’s in Barcelona, āāthat’s where the Hulk is. It’s a bit old. So we had to leave him in the house we have there in Barcelona,” Granados shared. Messi also told the host that Hulk is “on the edge” that he may need to be put to sleep.
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Hulk’s advanced age and health complications related to his race were the deciding factors for Messi and Antonella to decide to leave him in Spain.
The family decided to give Hulk the love and care he needed in his usual home, thus avoiding the stress and risks that such a long journey to another continent would entail.
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According to the Daily Mail, the Hulk breed is prone to health complications due to its large size. Furthermore, the Dogue de Bordeaux’s life expectancy is estimated to be around eight years, although some can live up to 11. In Hulk’s case, he is already seven years old.
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Over the years, the man from Rosario has shared moments of life with Hulk with his followers, from the first day he arrived in the family.
He even welcomed his puppy in a post on Instagram and expressed his gratitude to Antonela for the “beautiful gift” that became a new member of the family.
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The love and affection they have for their beloved pet has been shown on several occasions, which is why they have made the most appropriate decision for their well-being and quality of life at this stage of life. (AND)
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Source: Eluniverso

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