
The 25 Best Dogs in Movies

25. Beethoven from Beethoven
Beethoven is 185 pounds of drool, chaos, and pure heart. He might knock over furniture and test everyone's patience, but when he’s in danger, the whole family remembers just how much they love him. | © Universal Studios

24. Bolt from Bolt
Bolt thinks he has superpowers, and honestly, his loyalty kind of is one. When Penny’s in trouble, this TV-star pup jumps into the real world, ready to be the hero she’s always believed he was. | © Walt Disney Pictures

23. Einstein from Back To The Future
Einstein might not drive the DeLorean, but he’s the first time traveller in Back to the Future, and unfazed by it. Calm, loyal, and always ready to ride shotgun, he’s a low-key legend in a time-travelling trio. | © Universal Studios

22. Fly from Babe
Fly isn’t just a working dog, she is a patient, protective mom with a heart of gold. She believes in Babe when no one else does, showing that love and support can come from the most unexpected places. | © Universal Studios

21. Old Yeller from Old Yeller
Old Yeller starts as just a stray, but he quickly becomes family in the truest sense. Brave, loyal, and heartbreakingly selfless, he’s the kind of dog you never forget, no matter how many times he makes you cry. | © Walt Disney Pictures

20. Pit Bull from John Wick
John Wick’s pit bull doesn’t need a name – he just shows up and stays. He’s quiet, loyal, and the one steady thing in a world full of chaos. | © Summit Entertainment

19. Samantha from I Am Legend
In a world gone silent, Samantha is more than just a dog; she is Robert Neville’s lifeline. Loyal, fierce, and heartbreakingly brave, she brings warmth to a story filled with darkness. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

18. Eddie Crane from Frasier
Eddie didn’t need to bark or beg – one long stare was all it took. Always one step ahead of Frasier, this little terrier quietly stole every scene with perfect timing and attitude. | © NBC

17. Comet from Full House
Comet showed up as a tiny thank-you gift and quickly became part of the Tanner family. From chasing balls to joining heart-to-hearts, he was the furry glue that held the Full House together. | © Warner Bros. Television

16. Max from How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Max might get stuck wearing antlers and hauling a sleigh, but he never complains. He’s loyal to a fault and somehow manages to be the heart of the story without saying a word. | © Universal Studios

15. Lady and the Tramp from Lady and the Tramp
Lady and Tramp made sharing spaghetti look like the height of romance, and somehow, it still is. Their sweet, scrappy love story turned two dogs into one of Disney’s most unforgettable couples. | © Walt Disney Pictures

14. Scooby-Doo from Scooby-Doo Where Are You?
Scooby-Doo might be scared of his own shadow, but he always comes through in a pinch, especially if snacks are involved. He’s more than just Shaggy’s partner-in-crime-solving; he’s the heart (and stomach) of the Mystery Machine. | © CBS

13. Bruiser from Legally Blonde
Bruiser may be tiny, but he’s got big main-character energy. Whether rocking a pink outfit or offering silent support, he’s the ultimate ride-or-die for Elle, Gemini vegetarian and all. | © MGM

12. Uggie from The Artist
Uggie didn’t need color or dialogue to steal the show, just charm, timing, and a wagging tail. In The Artist, he lit up the screen alongside silent film stars and somehow walked away as the one everyone remembered. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

11. Hooch from Turner & Hooch
Hooch starts as a slobbery nightmare, but it doesn’t take long for him to crash his way into Turner’s heart. Together, this unlikely duo tackles crime and chaos with a whole lot of drool. | © Walt Disney Pictures

10. Dug from Up
Dug is the ultimate good boy – loyal, goofy, and way too honest. Thanks to his talking collar and giant heart, he turns every moment into a mix of laughs and pure sweetness. | © Walt Disney Pictures

9. Lassie from Lassie Come Home
Lassie isn’t just a movie dog; she is an icon. With smarts, heart, and a knack for saving the day, this Collie set the gold standard for loyal companions on screen. | © MGM

8. The Beast from The Sandlot
The Beast was the stuff of childhood legend, all teeth, growls, and mystery. But once the kids finally face him, they find out he’s just a gentle giant named Hercules, with more drool than bite. | © 20th Century Studios

7. Balto from Balto
Balto was never anyone’s first pick – half dog, half wolf, and fully an outsider. But when everything was on the line, he led the charge through the storm and became a hero no one could ignore. | © Universal Studios

6. Marley from Marley & Me
Marley might be a total menace, but he’s also pure love in motion. He chews, digs, and bolts through life, and somehow teaches his family more than any well-trained dog ever could. | © 20th Century Studios

5. Shiloh from Saving Shiloh
Shiloh is the kind of dog that makes you want to hug your own a little tighter. His story of rescue and quiet resilience turns a small-town tale into something unforgettable. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

4. Skip from My Dog Skip
Skip is the kind of dog every kid dreams of – loyal, fearless, and always up for an adventure. He’s there through every big moment of Willie’s childhood, and when it’s time to grow up, he’s still waiting by the door. | © Warner Bros. Pictures

3. Hachiko from Hachi: A Dog's Tale
Hachiko wasn’t just a dog, he became a symbol of devotion that moved an entire nation. His quiet, daily wait at a train station turned into one of the most unforgettable true stories of loyalty ever put to film. | © 20th Century Studios

2. Milo from The Mask
Milo isn’t just a loyal sidekick, he steals scenes with pure Jack Russell chaos. From sniffing out trouble to pulling off a jailbreak, this pup proves he’s got main character energy of his own. | © New Line Cinema

1. Toto from The Wizard of Oz
Toto might be small, but he is pure movie magic. Always by Dorothy’s side, this brave little terrier helped anchor a fantasy world with something real: loyalty. | © Warner Bros. Pictures
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