While superheroes often steal the show in superhero comics, they're not the only characters to deserve some love and affection. Most comic fans will happily list out all the beloved animal companions in any series, including heroes like Krypto and Jeff the Land Shark. However, there are a shocking number of cats living in the comic book world. Perhaps their nine lives make them a good addition?

Be warned, the rabbit hole of cats in comics goes deep. While not every superhero has a pet cat, it can certainly feel like every comic book character is a cat lover at times. Alternative universes open even more doors to introduce feline friends, meaning there are many faces to remember.

Marvel is famous for its multiverse, which has dozens of variations of beloved heroes. One such variation is . He's a hero who happens to be a cat and a proud member of the Sca-vengers. He has worked diligently to save the day, usually alongside Spider-Ham and the rest of that cast. Hailing from Earth-8311, Steven Mouser has battled many enemies.

The civilians of Steven Mouser's universe will never forget about the great battle of the Sca-vengers versus Moletron, or the time they saved everyone from the Masked Marauder.No matter where this hero goes or what form he takes, he's doing everything in his power to protect those around him. Having a few extra lives to work with probably doesn't hurt, in this case.

Alfred the Cat is one of the few non-superpowered characters in this particular roster. However, one could argue that Alfred does have a superpower: the ability to make readers cry. , who admittedly needed a loyal companion to love and treasure. However, Alfred the Cat is a bit standoffish to most. One could even say he has a personality similar to Damian.

Alfred the Cat and Damian are two of a kind, which explains their deep bond.Damian eventually won the cat over. Likewise, he's the one who got to name the cat and chose to name him after his father's trusty butler. Alfred the Cat is not alone, as he has many pet siblings under Damian's care, including Titus, Goliath, and Bat-Cow.

Niels, also known as Hairball, has an origin story not dissimilar to many superheroes. He used to be an ordinary housecat. Until one day, he was exposed to kinetic energy bubbles. If that origin story sounds familiar, it should. He shares the same fate as Speedball, his human owner. Together, they gained kinetic superpowers: . Yes, he really tried to come up with a name that matched with his owner's.

Years later, Hairball would join the Pet Avengers alongside Throg, Redwing, and Lockheed.They were tasked to find and protect the Infinity Gems at all costs. When Robbie changed his name to Penance, Niels likewise changed his name, this time to P-Cat, aka the Penitent Puss.

Over the years, Selina Kyle has graced many comics, shows, and movies. She almost always has a cat at her side, even if they're usually relaxing in her home. One common appearance is Isis, one of Selina's beloved cats. in the episode titled "The Cat and the Claw, Part I" in 1992.

Since then, Isis has made her way into comic book form.It makes sense that Selina would have at least one loyal feline willing to follow her across all formats. Likely, Isis is one of many such followers, and readers just haven't been given the opportunity to learn the rest. Like Alfred the Cat, Isis doesn't have any special powers or abilities unless one is willing to count cuteness.

, and Stark Unlimited wisely chose to overlook his feline status and hire him. While Dr. Shapiro is incredibly bright, he depends on his collar for communication. When his collar is removed, his ability to speak is limited.

He holds a doctorate in superhuman biology, which explains his role at Stark Unlimited. Dr. Shapiro also has his own powered armor and suit, though calling it "cute" might earn a call to HR. He played an essential role in handling the Nano Iron Man Armor and was instrumental in helping thwart Ultron Pym.

Streaky the Supercat has been around for decades, debuting in the early 1960s and making regular appearances in comics ever since (though it’s unlikely she’ll appear in the DCU anytime soon). It’s safe to say Streaky has earned the title of Supercat. Over the years, she’s gone through some changes and retcons. For instance, . Regardless of these shifts, Streaky is always portrayed as Power Girl’s best friend.

She’s a proud member of both the Legion of Super-Pets and the Superman Family. As a superpowered cat, Streaky is highly intelligent, with the ability to read and write. She possesses many classic Superman abilities, including flight, heat vision, and super speed and strength. Streaky recently attempted to retire, but was quickly pulled back into action when Krypto and Titus needed backup dealing with an alien pet thief.

Loki is the god of mischief and transformation. As such, he has spent a fair share of time in many forms, including cats! However, Loki disguised as a cat should not be mistaken for Cat Loki, or vice versa. Cat Loki is an adorably happy cat wearing the iconic headpiece known to Loki. He first appeared in Marvel Meow Infinity Comic (really), and he's been charming readers ever since.

.Despite this, Cat Loki is easily the cutest of the bunch, or at least the most memorable. Cat Loki adores many stereotypical cat things, like treats and pets. However, he particularly likes praise (he is a version of Loki, after all).

Dex-Starr arguably has one of the most heartbreaking backstories of DC Comics, full stop. Once a happy little house cat, Dexter loved his owner very much. All that love and happiness got washed away when Dexter's owner was brutally murdered before his eyes. The cat couldn't let go of the rage filling his heart, and so a Red Lantern Ring found him.

.He has lost so much over the years, but he'll never lose that rage - or the promise he made. He swore that someday he'd track down the person who killed his owner and get revenge. Until that day, he'll work alongside the other Lanterns and earn an even bigger reputation for himself.

Chewie, also known as Goose to MCU fans, is the famous companion of Carol Danvers. She’s been by Carol’s side since the days of the Ms. Marvel mantle, and her affection wasn’t easily earned. Chewie is sweet and loving to those she cares about, but those who don’t earn her trust definitely feel it. Even Rhodey was hesitant to cat-sit for this feisty feline.

Though she looks like an ordinary cat, Chewie is actually a Flerken, a rare alien species with interdimensional travel abilities. Rocket Raccoon immediately recognized her true nature, which helped prepare the crew for the arrival of a massive litter of Flerken babies. Both Chewie and her offspring can access pocket dimensions, making them nearly impossible to contain.

Lying Cat first appeared in Saga back in 2012, debuting in the very first issue. She originally accompanied The Will, a dangerous bounty hunter tasked with tracking down the series’ main characters. Lying Cat stands out with her striking appearance. She's a massive blue-green Sphinx-like cat, roughly hip height to most humanoids.

However, it’s Lying Cat's unique ability that truly sets her apart. As her name suggests, Lying Cat can instantly detect lies and calmly calls them out with a simple, deadpan “lying.” It’s an ability that makes her both a reliable ally and an unnerving presence to anyone with something to hide.