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All dogs count as all-stars in our book, but these famous canines have risen above the pack thanks to their achievements in movies, TV, science, service work, and even politics. Looking adorable just comes with the territory.
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King
The wire fox terrier, formally known as King Arthur Van Foliny Home, was crowned this year as the Best in Show at the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The 7-year-old is originally from Brazil and is greatly loved by his handler Gabriel Rangel. "I look at King, he's like a beautiful painting, a piece of art," he told NBC News. "The way he stands and performs, he's the whole package." If that isn't love, we don't know what is.
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Bo Obama
The lovable "First Dog" joined his owners in the White House in 2009 after much speculation on the selection of the family's new pet. The Obamas chose the hypoallergenic Portuguese Water Dog in part because of Malia's allergies. According to his "baseball card," the pup loves tomatoes and toys (and maybe also microphones).
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Tillman
"Tilly" the English bulldog rose to fame in 2007 when a video of the skateboarding canine went viral on YouTube. He also learned to surf and snowboard, so basically this dog was more talented than most humans.
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Toto
One of the most famous dogs in movie history, Toto's star turn in The Wizard of Oz showcased the peppy personality of Cairn terriers on the biggest stage. Originally called Terry, the dog's success in the film inspired owner and trainer Carl Spitz to change her name permanently.
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Spot Fetcher Bush
One of Millie's puppies, Spot returned to the White House with George W. Bush, living alongside the family's Scottish terrier Barney. Nicknamed "Spotty," the pup was named after a former player on the Texas Rangers.
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Sinbad
"Chief Dog" Sinbad spent 11 years in the Coast Guard aboard the USCGC Campbell all because of a grouchy landlord's rule against pets. A crewmember bought the mixed-breed dog as a gift for his girlfriend, but when she couldn't accept the pup, the sailor snuck him aboard. Sinbad went on to earn many service ribbons during World War II, which he wore on his collar.
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Rin Tin Tin
An American soldier found the original Rin Tin Tin on a World War I battlefield in 1918 and helped turn him into a famous silent film star. The pup appeared in 23 flicks during the '20s and '30s, greatly increasing the popularity of German Shepherds as pets.
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Lassie
Multiple dogs would play the fictional female collie, but the most famous among them was a sweet pup named Pal. The male dog initially lost the role because of his sex, but he later impressed directors with flawless performances.
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Fala Roosevelt
The only pet included in a presidential memorial, Fala and Franklin Delano Roosevelt were so close the president once defended the Scottish terrier against a political attack in a now-iconic speech. FDR loved the pup so much he had White House staff send up a bone for Fala with his own breakfast every morning.
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Sam the Painting Dog
Sam's owner adopted the rescue animal intending to train him as a service dog, but he took to another talent instead. The pup has a specially made paintbrush and regularly executes pieces of abstract art. Some of his paintings have sold for over a $1,000, according to owner Mary Stadelbacher.
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Sergeant Stubby
Besides boosting morale, the brindle mutt became a World War I hero thanks to his ability to alert soldiers to poisonous gas and find wounded men in the battlefield. After helping capture an enemy spy, Stubby became the first dog with a rank in the United Armed Forces.
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Chloe the Mini Frenchie
This sweet French bulldog made friends wherever she went, including over 180,000 of them on Instagram. Her passing last year came as a total shock, but her owners know she's got her own place in dog heaven.
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Higgins
The mixed-breed dog nailed not one but two roles as both the original Benji and the cute sidekick in the '60s sitcom Petticoat Junction. Trainer Frank Inn, who worked with around 1,000 different animals, called him "the smartest that ever was."
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Barclay
Golden retrievers can befriend anyone, but Barclay takes that principle to the next level based on his BFF, the feisty Pekin duck Rudy. The Orange County-based pair went viral last year for their unusual bond. "When they are apart, they're always calling for each other," said their owner, Pam Ishiguro.
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Laika
This brave cosmonaut went where no man or canine had ever gone before when she became the first animal to orbit Earth back in 1957. Russian scientists chose her for the job just nine days before the launch.
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Gidget
"Yo quiero Taco Bell!" Gidget's famous catchphrase made her a chihuahua celebrity after a long-running ad campaign for Taco Bell. According to her trainer Sue Chipperton, the pro actress "acted like a big dog and had a big dog attitude."
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Pete the Pup
Way before Target's Bullseye, Pete the Pup pioneered this signature look with his role in The Little Rascals. Pal, an American Pit Bull Terrier, first played the character until his son Pete took over.
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Tuna
Known by his Instagram name @tunameltsmyheart, this "chiweenie" (a.k.a. chihuahua-dachshund) went from shelter dog to superstar almost overnight. His overbite only adds to his charm.
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The Queen's Corgis
Queen Elizabeth II has loved this short-legged breed from an early age, owning more than 30 Welsh Corgis to date. Here she is in 1944 holding her puppy, Sue.
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Uga
A play on the University of Georgia's acronym, the famous mascot attends every home football game — with breaks in his air-conditioned dog house of course. So far there's been 10 Ugas to date, all descended from the same original dog.
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Petra
The long-running BBC children's show Blue Peter lastedfor 15 years, and her puppy Patch also joined the cast.
