Behind every great man is a great dog

Perhaps you think that only cats, due to their natural mystery and elegance, can be pets of creative people. But for someone there is nothing sweeter than a wet nose and an infinitely kind heart of a dog.

Well, we certainly share the tender affection of famous artists, actors, musicians and writers for these incredibly devoted creatures.

1. Pablo Picasso and his Dalmatian Perro...

2. …and the dachshund Lump.

3. Paul McCartney and his bobtail Martha.

4. Billie Holiday and Mister.

5. Frank Sinatra and Ringo.

6. Marilyn Monroe and Maf.

7. Elizabeth Taylor and her black and white pets.

8. Audrey Hepburn and Mr. Celebrity.

9. Patrick Swayze with his pets.

10. Marlon Brando and his dachshund Kurtze Beiner (Short Paws).

11. Alfred Hitchcock and his Sarah.

12. Vladimir Mayakovsky and Skotik.

13. Stephen King and Marlowe.

14. Anton Chekhov and his dachshund Khina.