The 150 Greatest Fictional Pets You Wish You Could Actually Own

We're ranking the best pet characters ever from movies, literature, film, TV, comics, mythology, and other places. Dogs, cats, birds, and more, pets are some of the best parts of life, and that's surely reflected in the media we consume. Whether they're taking us on grand adventures, providing comedic relief, or offering unconditional love to their owners, these are the best fictional pets that have left their pawprint on popular culture and always make us smile.

The cool animals on this list include real, live action, cartoon, animated, literary, and even animatronic pets. Some are from movies about pets, featuring the animals as main characters and protagonists, while others play a secondary role in human-centric franchises, like the many films in the Disney catalog or the Harry Potter series along with plenty of other magical fantasy worlds. Some of these famous fictitious pets are unusual, imaginary species that only exist in mythological universes! You'll find all of your favorite dog and cat characters, though this list shows that we treasure a wide array of miscellaneous animal friends in the fictional world and beyond.

Vote on the cutest, smartest, coolest, sassiest, and overall best famous animals in films, books, TV and other media. Next to the plentiful iconic names on this list, you'll also find descriptions and images of our animal friends to help jog your memory. For more animal fun, check out this list of the best animal performances in film history. 

What is your top pick for favorite fictional pet? Vote up the furry companion (or any of the hairless ones, too) that you love most, and if you don't see the names you're after, feel free to add your picks too.