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(#1) Krypto
When you think of a superpet, Krypto more than likely is the first to come to mind. He was Superman's pet on Krypton, and like any loyal pet, found his way back to his owner on earth. Krypto has the same abilities as Superman... Lucky dog. (Adventure Comics #293, 1962) -
(#2) Lockheed
Lockheed is an intelligent alien dragon who can fly and project fire, and has a unique connection with X-Men's Kitty Pryde. They first met when the X-Men were captured by the Brood. Kitty made sure to save him when they escaped and named him after a dragon that was in her fairy tale story, which she told to a young Illyana Rasputin to get her to go to sleep. It's hard to recognize Kitty without Lockheed nowadays. (Uncanny X-Men #153, 1981)
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(#3) Lockjaw
Lockjaw, who resembles a large bulldog, was infected by the Terrigen Mists, which gave him the abilities to teleport, have super strength, ingest matter, and even predict the future. He's a prominent member of the Inhumans, and acts as the escort to the Royal Family of the Inhumans... and is of course their best friend. (Fantastic Four #45, 1965) -
(#4) Redwing
Sam Wilson (Falcon) bought Redwing in Rio. Thanks to Red Skull's manipulation of the Cosmic Cube, the two aren't just pet and owner anymore, now they share a telepathic link. They're able see through each other's eyes and Redwing understands Falcon's English commands. (Captain America #117, 1969) -
(#5) Ace the Bat-Hound
Batman is just full of surprises. Not only did he take the time to return Ace to his original owner, but he took Ace back with open arms when his owner couldn't take care of him anymore. Ace quickly became a beloved member of the Bat Family. He's also an integral character in the animated TV show, Batman Beyond. (Batman #92, 1955) -
(#6) Zabu
Zabu, the only known living saber-tooth tiger in the Marvel universe, is the loyal companion and ally to Ka-Zar. Zabu saved Ka-Zar from a group of human Savage Land natives when he was a boy (then known as Kevin Plunder). Zabu was exposed to radioactive mists that gave him near-human intellect. (X-Men #10, 1965) -
(#7) Titus
When Bruce Wayne purchased Titus from the Crow Kennel he was seven months old. Bruce was told by the Kennel owner that Titus was a Le Grand Danois, known in the canine world as the Gentle Gaint. Named after the Shakespeare character, Titus is Damian Wayne's pet Great Dane, given to him by his father, Bruce. He is based off of the Batman Beyond Ace the Bat Hound. (Batman and Robin #2, 2011)
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(#8) Dawg
Someone call PETA right now! Okay, well... maybe not. Dawg is the pet bulldog of DC's Lobo. Though, if you ask Lobo, he'll probably deny it. Lobo was so tired of denying his ownership of Dawg to Superman, that he stomped Dawg to death. Or did he? Dawg was later seen traveling with Lobo as he went to earth to fight Green Lantern and Atrocitus. Can't keep a good pooch down. (Lobo Paramilitary Christmas Special #1, 1991) -
(#9) Old Lace
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(#10) Throg
Throg has a very tragic past. He use to be a normal man named Simon Walterson, with a bright future, but his football career disappeared after an injury, and his wife was tragically taken from him. Wanting to speak to his dead wife one more time, he sought out a gypsy who could connect him to the spirit world. When the gypsy learned Simon had no money, she turned him into a frog. He was given the power of Thor when he picked up a sliver of Thor's hammer. (Thor #364, 1986) -
(#11) Ch'p
Ch'p comes from the planet H'lven the home of many intelligent creatures resembling earthly "cartoon" animals. Technically a member of the Green Lantern corps he's never really identified as either a squirrel or a chipmunk. We just know he's adorable and worthy of a spot on this list. (Green Lantern #148, 1982) -
(#12) Storm the Seahorse
Storm and Aquaman share a close telepathic link, which allows Aquaman to easily communicate with Storm. Aquaman has employed Storm as his personal mount. (Aquaman #35, 1967) -
(#13) Detective Chimp
Detective Chimp (or D.C.) was captured by a man named Fred Thorpe in the equatorial region of Africa in 1953 and intended to be used as side show act known as “Bobo the Detective Chimp.” He was essentially trained by Fred to answer pre-determined questions using a system of signals. Despite his removal from Africa by Thorpe, he still forms a strong bond with the man that had given him a simpler and safer life. During a trip to Florida, Rex the Wonder Dog takes D.C. to the Fountain of Youth and after benefiting from its waters D.C. gains the ability to talk to all living creatures. Eventually Fred Thorpe dies and D.C. sets out on his own as a detective for hire. (Rex the Wonder Dog #4, 1953)
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(#14) Rex the Wonder Dog
Rex was born into the K-9 Army Dog Training Corps just before the United States entered World War Two. He served as a member of the US ARMY during numerous wars and had an illustrious career. He would later gain some ability to communicate more easily with humans which brought him more closely in line with the mainstream DC Universe. (The Adventures of Rex the Wonder Dog #1, 1952)
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(#15) Streaky the Supercat
After being infected by a piece of discarded Kryptonite Supergirl was experimenting on, Streaky, a normal house cat, gained superpowers similar to that of Superman and Supergirl. While the events of Crisis on Infinite Earths wiped out Streaky's powers, superpowered Streaky still appears in out-of-continuity stories. (Action Comics #261) -
(#16) Bat-Cow
Bat-Cow has no powers or abilities, it is a normal cow with the exception being its meat is contaminated with a mind-control drug of some sort, so that when the people of Gotham or whoever eats the meat will be susceptible. He was rescued by Damian Wayne. (Batman Incorporated Vol.2 #1, 2012)
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(#17) Aquadog
Aquaman and Mera's Pet dog that they rescued from the monster known as Trench. After they rescue the pup they are visited by the deputy who told them about Trench, he jokes they should name him Aquadog. Ironically the retriever can't swim. (Aquaman #2, 2011) -
(#18) B'dg
B'dg is a Green Lantern of Space Sector 1014, which is where his home world, H'lven, is located. He is a space squirrel and is of the same race of his predecessor, Ch’p. B'dg followed in the footsteps of Ch'p after he was killed in the Mosaic World. (Green Lantern Rebirth #3, 2005)
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(#19) Ampersand
Ampersand is a Capuchin monkey and is Yorik Brown's pet. They share a strong relationship with each other as they are the remaining male creatures on Earth in Y: The Last Man. It was hinted at that Ampersand was a genetic mutation, and his poop (that he frequently threw at Yorick) held the antibodies that allowed them both to survive. (Y: The Last Man #1, 2002) -
(#20) Gleek
Though mainly appearing on TV Gleek has made some Comic Book appearances. He's the iconic, lovable blue space monkey companion to The Wonder Twins! He was usually comic relief on Super Friends. Rarely doing much heroic, he was usually more of the dancing and getting into mischief type, but how can you not love a blue space money? ("All New Super Friends Hour", Sept 10 1977)
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Many funny and cute animal companions in comic books accompany us through an amazing childhood and brought the most precious memories. The comics show us some truly extraordinary animals, who are as heroic as superheroes and are the most loyal friends and reliable partners. These cute animals have also become a bond and the strongest support for comic characters.
Who doesn't want to have such a smart and adorable pet friend in real life who will never abandon you? Here the random tool lists 20 of the best animal companions in comic history, you must know some of them, such as Zabu in X-Men, Throg in Thor, etc.
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