Paws, Pets & Metal is Metal Insider’s newest column on bands with pets, discovering who watches them on the road, and more. Get to know more about these metal furbabies. We caught up with Italy’s Even Flow as they revealed details on their pet dog named Richard.

Tell us more about your pet(s) and their names?

Yes, in the house I have my dog called Richard who is about 8 years old and to whom I want a world of good! 

Have you ever taken your pet on tour?

Unfortunately No! I would love to, but you know it’s very difficult because when you are engaged in a very big tour, taking care of my dog is not easy.. 

Who looks after your pet while on the road?

In this case, my cousin who is very good at taking care of it, knows how to treat Richard well.

What’s your pet’s favorite song or album?

Well, you can’t go wrong! The new Even Flow EP called “Mediterraneo” is his favorite song is Ray Of Light!

How did you introduce your pet to metal?

Well the house is full of music CDs and vinyl, the first album he listened to is Powerslave by Iron Maiden and the second album by Queen, from these albums Richard became passionate about Rock / Metal 

What animal charity means most to you?

For me it is very important to have the affection of an animal or several animals, I think it is fundamental for inner balance and to understand the respect that must be nourished even in everyday life. From animals learn a lot and enrich your way of life. This one is Richard.