The coolest animated animals from ‘Garfield’ to ‘Scooby-Doo’

From comic strips to cartoon television shows and claymation films, animals have always played prominent roles in the world of animation. There are many memorable characters, but some stand out.

We’ve put together a list of our favorites. These animated animals have a strong sense of self and each bring their own unique and witty personalities to their imaginary worlds. Some gained our affection for showing loyalty to their human or animal companions and others intrigued us with their mischievous (and sometimes sassy) nature.

These 14 animated animals make the cut as our favorites not only because they’re adorable, but because they stand alone as prominent characters in the films, shows and comic strips within which they live.