Last week, a press conference was held featuring Messi, the breakout star of the year known for his role as Snoop in the Oscar-nominated movie 'Anatomy of a Fall.' Messi, a lovable border collie, made quite an impression at the event, attended by fans and journalists alike. Despite the attention, Messi displayed no diva behavior and even received a stuffed Snoopy doll as a gift, which he seemed to enjoy carrying around.
During the press conference, Messi showcased his talents by performing tricks like barking on command and sitting up on his hind legs. One of the highlights was when he recreated a scene from the movie where he had to play dead, impressively staying still until given the cue to get up.
It was revealed that Messi had auditioned for various projects before landing his film debut in 'Anatomy of a Fall.' He has a sister named Fox, who is much smaller in size compared to him. Interestingly, Messi is named after the famous Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi, following a tradition in France where pets are named based on a specific letter of the alphabet each year.
Despite his success in the film industry, Messi faced challenges during a scene that didn't make the final cut, where he was supposed to be hugged by a co-star. The scene proved difficult due to the excitement of the actor and the dog, leading to a creative solution involving dog food.
Looking ahead, Messi has already filmed a French television series and potentially has another series in the works. His owner-trainer emphasized the importance of using treats for dog training, highlighting the effectiveness of positive reinforcement in shaping a dog's behavior.
