Pets & Animals
The dogs, cats, and other animals that Formula 1 drivers share their lives — and sometimes their Instagram accounts — with.
Hunt owned a tame fox named Humbert, which he kept as a companion at his home. He was fond of animals generally and kept various pets throughout his life. The fox was well-documented and appeared in newspaper profiles of Hunt during his racing career. He treated Humbert with the same relaxed affection he brought to everything in his personal life.
Beyond Humbert the fox, Hunt kept a parrot and various other animals over the years. His homes were described by visitors as chaotic but characterful, populated with pets, friends, and the general disorder of a man who had no interest in maintaining appearances.
Hamilton's English Bulldog, Roscoe, has his own Instagram account that has accumulated hundreds of thousands of followers. Hamilton regularly posts about Roscoe's meals (also vegan), his moods, and his travels. When Roscoe had health problems in 2022, Hamilton kept fans updated with the concern most people reserve for close family members.
Verstappen's two cats, Jimmy and Sassy, are regulars on his and girlfriend Kelly Piquet's social media. Unlike Hamilton's Instagram-famous bulldog, the Verstappen cats maintain a lower profile but appear frequently in home videos. Verstappen has said he finds cats more self-sufficient than dogs, which suits his travel schedule.