12 Movies That Prove Disney Animals Have a Heart of Gold 

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12 Movies That Prove Disney Animals Have a Heart of Gold

Throughout the history of Disney movies, animals have always been emotional catalysts that move the plot forward while making us say “awwww” loudly and often. Whether it be a trusty talking dog, a sidekick, or a best friend forever, these animals show that they have a heart of gold, while melting ours.

He just met you, and he already loves you. Dug only wants the best for his friends and to have fun. His perpetual smile helps brighten the mood at any given moment.

-And we’ll be best friends forever. Wont we?

has one mission: get back to their family. The ending moments when they’re all reunited … sniff … is someone cutting onions in here?

Heimlich wants everyone to live life to their fullest and achieve their dreams. He is open to embarrassment for the sake of putting on a good show, and when he finally becomes a beautiful butterfly, his unbridled joy just makes us smile.

Dory employs us all to just keep swimming, while the Tank Gang show us how to truly care for someone’s wellbeing.

Sgt. Tibbs doesn’t know Pongo and Perdita’s puppies personally. But he jumps into action to help save them because he knows they are in need of help.

The Darling’s dog, Nana, has been entrusted to protect the children. Her passion for the job and love for them is palpable.

Baloo immediately wants to help the young man-cub, Mowgli, and teach him the bare necessities of life through song and dance. Also, bear hugs.

Jiminy Cricket is our conscious. Our guidance. Need we say more?

Pascal is playful, but also has Rapunzel’s back. He’s everything we want in a friend/pet.

Timon and Pumbaa help provide levity in hard situations and guidance where help is needed. They’re also willing to make/be a sacrifice when a distraction is needed.

Sven is the ever-loving companion we all cherish. Playful, loving, passionate, and loyal.

Which Disney animal is your favorite? Tell us in the comments!

Tagged as: 101 Dalmatians (1961), A Bug\'s Life (1998), Dug, Finding Nemo (2003), Fox and the Hound, Frozen (2013), Heimlich, Homeward Bound, Peter Pan (1953), Pinocchio (1940), Tangled (2010), The Jungle Book (1967), The Lion King (1994), UP (2009)

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