10 Horror Movies Where The Animal Survives

A disturbing, yet common trend in the horror genre is that the presence of a furry companion often foreshadows impending doom. From the relentless terror of Cujo to the supernatural chills of the Stephen King book adaptation Pet Sematary, it is well-known that canines have suffered disproportionately high casualties in horror films. However, seeing the wagging tale of a dog, or hearing the purr of a relaxed cat after evil is defeated is something that more horror films should incorporate moving forward. Despite the many scary tales that put animals in harm’s way, just as many films exist that deviate from the grim norm.