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Athletes and Their Pets
Athletes, they're just like us, right?! While you might not be able to sling a football like Tom Brady, strike a tennis ball like Serena Williams or shred down a mountain like Lindsey Vonn, there is one similarity you likely share with the world's sports stars: we all love spending time with our pets. From cats and dogs to more exotic animals, athletes aren't shy about spoiling and sharing photos of their furry friends—so much so that some animals have developed nearly as many social media followers as their famous owners.
Here a look at some of the best pets that belong to superstar athletes.
JuJu Smith-Schuster and Boujee
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster's blue French bulldog might be one of the most insta-famous athlete pets—Boujee has more than 200K followers on Instagram and fans can't get enough of the Frenchie's fabulous lifestyle.
Elena Delle Donne and Wrigley and Rasta
Washington Mystics star Elena Delle Donne and her wife, Amanda, adopted their dogs Wrigley and Rasta, and the couple has made donations to the Faithful Friends Animal Society to help other pups, too.
Klay Thompson and Rocco
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson has so much love for his English bulldog Rocco that he's created a hashtag for him and a special Rocco-themed version of his signature shoe, the Anta KT5.
Serena Williams and Chip
As Serena Williams travels around the world for tennis tournaments and her various business ventures, you'll often see her Yorkshire Terrier, Chip—full name: Christopher Chip Rafael Nadal—globe-trotting along with her.
Rose Lavelle and Wilma Jean Wrinkles
USWNT midfielder Rose Lavelle has created social media accounts for her bulldog, Wilma Jean Wrinkles. According to Wilma Jean Wrinkles' Twitter bio, she's secretly in love with Abby Wambach's bulldog.
Ezekiel Elliot and Ace, Deuce and Jack Jack
Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliot has a trio of dogs—Ace, Deuce and Jack Jack—who have their own dedicated Instagram page.
Tom Brady and Lua, Scooby and Fluffy
While they aren't insta-famous like other athlete pets, Patriots QB Tom Brady's dogs Lua, Scooby and Fluffy are an important part of the Brady-Bündchen family clan.
Lindsey Vonn and Lucy, Leo and Bear
Former Olympic ski racer Lindsey Vonn has three adopted dogs: Lucy, Leo and Bear. The trio has a dedicated Instagram account where Vonn shares daily updates of their lives on the go.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Marosca
Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo is an advocate for animals and he absolutely adores his Labrador named Marosca.
Russell Wilson and Prince, Naomi and Hero
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson and his wife, Ciara, have three Great Danes, named Prince, Naomi and Hero, and the couple has partnered with the with the Banfield Foundation to help pets receive access to veterinary care.
Alexis Sánchez and Atom and Humber
Inter Milan forward Alexis Sánchez adores his two golden retrievers, Atom and Humber, who even have their own Instagram account.
Alex Morgan and Blue
USWNT star Alex Morgan and her dog, Blue, have shared special moments together, including a commercial spot for PETA and Blue's birthday celebration on the beach.
Meyers Leonard and Koko
Miami Heat forward Meyers Leonard has a Siberian husky named Koko, who he added to the Leonard family after the passing of his husky Bella in 2017.
Christen Press and Morena
USWNT forward Christen Press rescued her pup Morena from a recycling center in Oakland, Calif., and advocates for aspiring pet owners to adopt.
Simone Biles and Lilo
Olympic champion and record-breaking gymnast Simone Biles is known for her adoration for Lilo, her adopted French Bulldog, who also has her own Instagram page.
Patty Mills and Harvey
San Antonio Spurs point guard Patty Mills has a loveable labradoodle named Harvey.
Tyus Jones and Duke
Memphis Grizzlies point guard and former Duke star Tyus Jones has a Husky Pomeranian Mix that he appropriately named Duke, after his alma mater. The puppy also has his own Instagram account.
Check out more photos of athletes and their canine companions below:
Athletes and Their Dogs
Lindsey Vonn with her dog, Lucie
2016
Manny Pacquiao with his dog, Pacman
2015
Lindsey Jacobellis with her dog, Sochi
2015
Derek Stepan with his dog, Jake
2015
Gus Kenworthy with his dogs, Mishka and Jake
2014
George Kottaras with his dog, Leo
2014
David Price with his dog, Astro
2013
David Ortiz with his dog, Happy
2012
Vernon Davis with his dog
2012
Greg Louganis with his dogs, Dobby and Hedwig
2012
Paula Creamer with her dog, Studley
2012
Michelle Wie with her dog, Lola
2011
Kyle Busch and wife Samantha with their dogs
2011
Dario Franchitti with his dogs
2010
O.J. Mayo with his dog, Bum
2009
Pat Burrell with his dog, Elvis
2008
Maurice Jones-Drew with his dog, Phillip
2006
Ben Roethlisberger with his dog
2005
Carmelo Anthony with his dog
2005
Serena Williams with her dog, Jackie
2005
Todd Helton with his dog, Abby
2005
Tony Stewart with his dog
2005
Greg Biffle with his dog, Foster
2005
Martina Navratilova with her dogs
2004
Venus Williams with her dog, Barbie
2002
Frank Thomas with his own dogs, Bubba and Barbie
2002
Mark Calcavecchia, son Eric and daughter Britney with their dog, D.J.
2002
Drew Brees with his dog
2001
Matt Birk with his dog, Jake
2001
Ben Sheets and wife Julie with their dog, Bruiser
2001
Charles Woodson with his dog
1999
Sammy Baugh with his dog, Cow Patty
1998
Martina Hingis with her dog
1997
Mike Alstott with his dog
1997
Ted Williams with his dog
1996
Joe Torre and daughter Andrea with their dog
1996
Vijay Singh with his dog
1996
Kordell Stewart with his dog
1995
Nolan Ryan with his dog, Sheba
1995
Herschel Walker with his dog, Al Capone
1994
Curt Schilling and wife Shonda with their dogs
1994
Phil Jackson and wife June with their dog
1991
Jerry Rice with his dogs, Max and Casio
1987
Ivan Lendl with his dog, Viky
1986
John Elway with his dog, Elroy
1985
Doug Flynn with his dog, Woody, and Joel Youngblood with his dog, Sanger
1979
Terry Bradshaw with his dog
1978
Wilt Chamberlain with his dogs
1972
Sparky Lyle with his dog, Little Spark
1972
Pelé with his dog
1958
Willie Mays and wife Marguerite with their dog, Pope
1957
Ty Cobb with his dog
1936
