Massimo Bottura's Dog Recovering from Surgery

Massimo Bottura’s adored labrador retriever "Spinee" has undergone a risky surgery on Monday and is luckily beginning the slow process of recovery, according to Italian media reports. The 63-year-old chef is said to have received waves and waves and support for Spinee, as he offered his Twitter followers an update on pooch’s status regularly.

UPDATE 01/07/2026 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Massimo Bottura is one busy daddy

The yellow labrador retriever underwent a risky procedure at the Rome Veterinary Hospital on Monday (June 29, 2026), prompting the chef to ask his followers to send well wishes her way.

“May I ask one favor? My dog Spinee needs your prayers,” he Tweeted on Monday. “She just came out of a difficult surgery 20 minutes ago … She is my beloved.”

Massimo Bottura’s Twitter feed has kept his fans and followers updated

Throughout the night the Italian chef posted updates to his numerous followers, about his dog’s delicate condition. “Spinee came out of the anesthetic well … her vital signs are good … your prayers are working,” he Tweeted.

Massimo Bottura continued tweeting about his pup’s prognosis throughout the night and it appears the pooch is on the mend. By Tuesday morning, things continued to look good. “The Spinee Report: Her vital signs are good… pink gums … sleeping peacefully… recovering as hoped,” he said. “Not out of the woods yet. Prayers working :)”

Prayers working

As Massimo Bottura’s Twitter followers sent messages of support, he showed his gratitude. “With prayers like this I feel confident Spinee will be fine,” he wrote. “Thank you more than you will ever know.”

Here’s to hoping Spinee has a successful and speedy recovery!

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