The Cutest Live College MascotsAnimals have long been a part of college sports. And it's no surprise that the most enduring – and adorable – of these fan-friendly, fun-loving furballs are dogs

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Reveille VIII, Texas A&M's collie

The first Reveille arrived at Texas A&M in 1931, after some cadets hit a small black and white dog on their way back to campus. They picked up the pup and brought her back to school to care for her. The next morning, when "Reveille" sounded, the revived pooch began barking – and was thus named after the morning wakeup call. Reveille, who is always female and often attends classes with her handlers, is the highest-ranking member of the Corps of Cadets and is addressed as "Miss Rev, ma'am." Upon death, each mascot is buried in a special cemetery located outside the north end of Texas A&M's stadium, from where the dogs can "watch" the Aggies play.