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21 Animals You Should Have Been Following In 2015

These are the real stars of Instagram.

Elaina Wahl
by Elaina Wahl

Junior Animals Writer

1. Chloe the Mini Frenchie.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/chloetheminifrenchie/?ref=badge

Reason: Chloe is a tiny baby angel and every time you see a picture of her, your heart warms up a little and you can't help but smile.

2. Prairie Dog Pack.

Instagram: @prairiedogpack

Reason: This is a ridiculously adorable family consisting of two prairie dogs, ducklings, and one very fluffy pup. It's kind of like...what more could you ask for?

3. Albert the Munchkin Cat.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/albertbabycat/?ref=badge

Reason: Albert is a BEAUTIFUL cat, with tiny lil legs and bright blue eyes. Plus, he wears lots of hats. Like, actual adorable hats.

4. Pumpkin The Raccoon.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/pumpkintheraccoon/?ref=badge

Reason: This is a RACCOON. Livin' her BEST LIFE. She is EVERYTHING.

5. The Blue Boys.

Instagram: @the_blueboys

Reason: THEY ARE PIT BULLS AND THEIR WHOLE THING IS THAT THEY CUDDLE IN PAJAMAS, NEED WE SAY MORE???

6. Marnie.

Instagram: @marniethedog

Reason: Marnie is a very special rescue pup, and this year was a big one for her! Her first book came out and she is very proud! More info on the book, here.

7. Shadow & Scuba.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/shadow_scuba/?ref=badge
Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/shadow_scuba/?ref=badge

Reason: These two kitties are royalty. Not only are the incredibly cute, but this year they came out with their own line of socks! (Sadly, they were limited edition and no longer available for purchase.)

8. Rincon.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/rincon_da_bully/?ref=badge

Reason: Rincon is a rescue pup turned model! Here his is with his Dad, whom he accompanied on some fancy photoshoots. Bonus, Rincon has his very own non-profit to support pet adoption! More info here.

9. Winston The Sir.

Instagram: @winstonthesir

Reason: He is a fluffy gentleman and every single picture is worth your while. Those ears. That nose. Ridiculous.

10. Manny the Frenchie.

Instagram: @manny_the_frenchie

Reason: Manny is a gem. With his astonishing smile and easygoing attitude, he reminds you to enjoy the ride that is life.

11. Jiff the Pom.

Instagram: @jiffpom

Reason: Jif can skateboard. And do some pretty cool tricks. And has an assortment of way too adorable skater dude shirts.

12. Lil BUB.

Instagram: @iamlilbub

Reason: A lot happened for Lil BUB this year! She got a baby brother, AND she has an album coming out very soon! Pre-order it here.

13. Sid the Beagle.

Instagram: @myregalbeagle

Reason: This picture says it all.

14. Wafflenugget!

Instagram: @wafflenugget

Reason: This beautiful baby angel is all grown up now! But don't worry, she is just as cute and fluffy. PLUS, her humans still post adorable throwback photos from when she was this tiny.

15. Wally the Bun.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/wally_and_molly/?ref=badge

Reason: Wally the bunny has the best hair-do in all the land. Seriously. You've missed a lot of great hair days by not following this one.

16. Doug the Pug.

Instagram: @itsdougthepug

Reason: He is a pug. And he does parodies of pop culture. He is perfect.

17. Atchoum.

Instagram: @atchoumfan

Reason: This fellow is such a unique gentleman, living his life in sophistication. His motto is "I'm hairy, not scary!"

18. Smiling Brinks.

Instagram: @smilingbrinks

Reason: This is entirely just pictures of Brinks the pittie smiling, and it never gets old. Not once.

19. Tonkey.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/bearcoat_tonkey/?ref=badge

Reason: THAT FACE. LOOK AT THAT GLORIOUS FACE.

20. Coffee Cat.

Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/white_coffee_cat/?ref=badge

Reason: His real name is Mr. White, but everyone calls him Coffee. And as you can see, he is wonderful.

21. And finally, Fuzzberta the Guinea Pig!

Instagram: @fuzzberta

Reason: Fuzzberta is the most adventurous guinea pig you will meet. Her year has been filled with fun and silliness, and it'll brighten your day to catch up on all of her goings-ons.