They say there is no loyalty left in the modern game. But that hasn’t taken into account the relationships shared between some of the world’s greatest players and their dogs. They have some big dogs they would die for due to their true friendship. Here are the top 4 South American footballers who own big dog pets.

1: Dani Alves
Many people like pets. Cats and rabbits are favorites for some while dogs come first for others. Well, Dani Alves has got some love for bulldogs. He lives with four Bulldogs in his mansion.

2: Neymar Jr
Brazil superstar Neymar is a big poker player, so that’s what he called his dog. Poker has always been seen playing with his master at home near his kennel in one of many images in which the ex Barca star shows his affection for his pet.

3: Marcelo
The Brazilian left-back is another pet-mad star in Brazil. He has five dogs: a massive Newfoundland named Lola, a labrador called Nala, a French bulldog Uly and two English bulldogs, Kiara and Thaig. He was once asked: “What are your hobbies? What is a normal day like for you?” “Playing with dogs, playing with my son (in that order? Come on Marcelino! Said the interviewer).

4: Lionel Messi
A gift from long-term partner Antonella Roccuzzo, Lionel’s Mastiff is massive. The giant, slobbering, brown Dogue de Bordeaux (French Mastiff) is named Senor Hulk guarding his mansion in the suburbs Barcelona.

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