Stars who can't live without their four-legged friends

When Usher spotted a gorgeous goldendoodle up for auction at the Pencils of Promise Gala in New York last week, he decided he had to take the puppy home. The R&B singer paid an astonishing $12,000 for the dog, which is a cross-breed between a golden retriever and a poodle, and has been raving about his new four-legged friend ever since. Usher's pooch, which hasn't been named yet, is the newest addition to the ever-growing celebrity pets club.

Click through our gallery to check out some of the pampered animals who are becoming as well-known as their famous owners.