We all have/had a pet, so I think that we can agree that our four legged companions are more than just animals who roam around our homes. Personally, I don’t know what I’d do without my dog’s demanding eyes on me while I eat, or my cat’s ability to mess up an entire presentation by simply walking on my computer. But, did you know that there are some animals out there that are millionaires? I was oblivious to this fact until I heard it on the radio, but quickly became intrigued. Many pet owners love sharing their pets on social media, but did you know that these simple pictures of dogs and cats living lavishly could make big bucks? Some pets have their own sponsorships, their own personal ads, and even their own merchandise…these things are just some of the ways that these pets pull in their fortunes.

Here is a list of eight of the world’s richest pets and how they earned their piles of cash.

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