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    TV would be nothing without its animal actors. We're still wondering why none of them have ever wagged away with an Emmy. These four-pawed performers are as iconic to their shows as any of their human co-stars. In celebration of the 2012 Emmy Awards, we've rounded up 15 of our favorite TV dog celebs whose award-worthy talents hold a very special place in our hearts. 

    STELLA

    Show: "Modern Family"

    Real Name: Brigette

    Breed: French Bulldog

    Famous Fact: She has been described by The New York Post as being the most famous dog on television since Eddie from "Frasier."

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    COMET 

    Show: "Full House"

    Real Name: Buddy

    Breed: Golden Retriever

    Famous Fact: After "Full House," Buddy went on to star in the popular Disney film "Air Bud."

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    BUCK

    Show: "Married... With Children"

    Real Name: Michael 

    Breed: Briard Mix

    Famous Fact: Michael was 12-and-a-half when he retired from "Married... With Children," after serving as the family dog for eight years on the show. 

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    BRANDON 

    Show: "Punky Brewster" 

    Real Name: Brandon 

    Breed: Golden Retriever 

    Famous Fact: Brandon was a puppy when the show first aired. Viewers were able to watch both Punky and Brandon grow up through the entire series, all 88 episodes from 1984 to 1988. He was named after the head of NBC, the network that aired "Punky Brewster."

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    EDDIE 

    Show: "Frasier"

    Real Name: Moose 

    Breed: Jack Russell Terrier

    Famous Fact: At the height of the show, not only did Moose receive tons of fan mail, he also landed the cover of Entertainment Weekly.

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    RIN TIN TIN 

    Show: "The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin"

    Real Name: Rin Tin Tin 

    Breed: German Shepherd 

    Famous Fact: Rin Tin Tin was paid almost eight times more than his human co-stars. He was nominated as best actor for the first Academy Awards (he was said to have gotten the most votes, although the Oscar went to a human) in 1929. 

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    FLASH 

    Show: "Dukes of Hazzard"

    Real Name: Sandy 

    Breed: Basset Hound 

    Famous Fact: Although Flash was a male dog on the show, he was actually a she. Sandy was a rescue from a a dog shelter. 

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    LASSIE 

    Show: "Lassie"

    Real Name: Pal 

    Breed: Collie

    Famous Fact: Pal was the first canine actor to play "Lassie." He appeared in seven MGM films between 1943 and 1951, and the two pilots filmed for the 1954 television series before he retired.

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    MIGNON 

    Show: "Green Acres"

    Real Name: Mignon

    Breed: Yorkshire Terrier 

    Famous Fact: Although Mignon made many appearances during the first season of "Green Acres" alongside Lisa Gronyitz Douglas, he was not seen very much throughout the rest of the season. 

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    MURRAY 

    Show: "Mad About You"

    Real Name: Maui

    Breed: Border Collie Mix 

    Famous Fact: Maui was found in an animal shelter and was taken in by a famous Hollywood animal trainer. In addition to "Mad About You,"  Maui also starred in commercials and was backup for the top dog in the feature film "Bingo."

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    NUNZIO 

    Show: "Dharma & Greg"

    Real Name: Bub

    Breed: Cardigan Welsh Corgi 

    Famous Fact: Bub the dog played Nunzio, but was later replaced by Twiggy during the 2000-2001 season. 

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    PETE 

    Show: "Little Rascals" 

    Real Name: Pal 

    Breed: American Bull Terrier 

    Famous Fact: Pal was the original dog actor in "Little Rascals," and had a natural ring around his eye. 

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    ZEUS AND APOLLO 

    Show: "Magnum P.I."

    Real Names: Whiskey, Brutus and Dominique 

    Breed: Doberman Pinscher 

    Famous Fact: The dogs were going to be written out of the script in order to save costs, but were saved by the show's stars Tom Selleck and John Hillerman, who didn't want the show to go on without them. 

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    TIGER 

    Show Name: "The Brady Bunch"

    Real Name: Tiger 

    Breed: Mutt 

    Famous Fact: Tiger was killed in a car accident during the first season. His successors were not as adept as actors as he was, so the dog was written out of the script. 

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    WISHBONE 

    Show: "Wishbone"

    Real Name: Soccer

    Breed: Jack Russell Terrier 

    Famous Fact: Soccer beat out over 100 dogs who auditioned for the role of Wishbone. He appeared in almost every episode of the show during its run from 1995-1998.