Mark Consuelos is pawsitive about one aspect of his marriage he’s not willing to give up.
After the Live With Kelly and Mark host’s wife Kelly Ripa told him about a new Pennsylvania bill that would “recognize pets as family members, elevating their status in situations such as divorce," he shared that he would never be willing to give up time with their dog Lena.
“Let's just put it this way: I would stay in a loveless marriage just to make sure I could be with Lena every day," Consuelos said on the Aug. 11 episode of the morning talk show. "That's how much I love Lena."
Barking with laughter at the idea, Ripa—mom to kids Michael, 29, Lola, 25, and Joaquin, 23, with Consuelos—had her own take on their hypothetical divorce.
“Is that all you're asking for, is a loveless marriage?” she quipped. “Because that can be arranged. Done!"
Theorizing how he would spend time away from Lena—a Maltese and Shih Tzu mix that the couple adopted after a pet adoption segment on the show in 2021—Consuelos emphasized, “I would stay up at night wondering what she was doing.”
And Ripa continued to rib her husband, noting his sleepless nights without Lena would be caused by him “wondering if there was some other man petting her."
While Consuelos and Ripa were ulti-mutt-ly lighthearted about the idea of breaking up, the pair are fur real about their love for their pets. Indeed, they shared a vulnerable moment with their audience last year when announcing their beloved 17-year-old dog Chewie had died.
“We had a rough day yesterday. Gosh, we had to say goodbye to Chewie,” Consuelos said on the February 2025 episode. “It's probably one of the toughest things that we've had to do as a married couple.”
For her part, Ripa shared her heartbreak through tears.
“She gave us so much,” she noted. “As each one of our kids left for college, and then moved out on their own, Chewie remained right there like our steadfast companion.”
The 55-year-old added, “You have to understand that this dog was so special, and she was such a great girl.”
And Consuelos made sure to remind his wife, “You were a great dog mom. She adored you.”
Read on for more celebrities who share a special bond with their pets.
Megan Thee Stallion
The "Lover Girl" rapper introduced the world to her rescue puppy Tyger in March 2026, whom she adopted before he was set to be euthanized at a shelter.
Kim Kardashian
The Kardashians star revealed in December 2025 that she gifted her and Kanye West's kids North, Saint, Psalm and Chicago their own puppy. Alongside a picture of the four Pomeranians, Kim wrote, "Each kid got a puppy."
Sydney Sweeney
The Euphoria actress introduced her pup Sully in April 2025, writing on Instagram, "He’s become my set best friend, my bowling partner, my nap buddy, mutual water enthusiast, and travel companion."
Brie Larson
Brie, who was already a dog mom to pooch Six-Thirty, welcomed her newest addition on Instagram in October 2024, writing, "Proud to announce there’s a new *star* in my life."
Kevin Costner
The Yellowstone star introduced his new dog to the world in February 2024, writing on Instagram, "I'm already in love with this special guy."
Sarah Jessica Parker
The Sex and the City alum adopted the same kitten Carrie Bradshaw takes in during the second season of And Just Like That.
Taylor Swift
T.Swift is arguably our favorite cat lady, especially when she posts pics with her cat Meredith. She took her love for cats to another level by starring in the movie Cats.
Kaley Cuoco
The Big Bang Theory actress has many four-legged friends keeping her busy at home.
Ariana Grande
"Guess what everyone it's time for me to post THIS photo again. happy birthday to the light of my life. my gooooszeeessskeh. i love u i love u i love u," the "Dangerous Woman" singer wrote in honor of her dog.
Jennifer Aniston
Dogs will always be there for you! The Friends star loves cuddling up to her dog Clyde.
Jeffree Star
The makeup mogul is a proud parent to multiple Pomeranians.
Emma Chamberlain
The YouTuber's cat Frankie sure knows how to photo bomb! Frankie and sibling Declan also have their own Instagram account with nearly 200K followers.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
"Our pre-workout ritual. We throw on 'Rocky Mountain Way' from Joe Walsh and get to rough housin'. He's definitely 'on one' and feelin' himself today cause he killed a lizard," the actor wrote on Instagram. "He also knows when I lay down its a trap! Smart boy. Let's get to work."
Zendaya
The Euphoria star gushed about her four-legged friend, "Missing my son...I get to see him in like 3 days #NoonyinNY."
Liam Hemsworth
"Nothing beats riding your horse on the beach," the Hunger Games alum joked.
Ice T & Coco
This family loves their bulldogs! King Maximus and Princess Alexus have their own Instagram page, too!
Russell Wilson
The Seatttle Seahawks quarterback brought this adorable pooch home to Ciara. "New Pup Alert!!! Welcome to the Wilson Family!" he captioned the precious pic.