Dungeons And Dragons Online: A Moment with Berdajeraxx: Animal Companions

This week's discussion didn't start out this way, but it very well could have:

Berdajeraxx: Where?
Gatzby: There!
Berdajeraxx: What, behind the rabbit?
Gatzby: It is the rabbit!
Berdajeraxx: You silly sod!
Gatzby: What?
Berdajeraxx: You got us all worked up!
Gatzby: Well, that's no ordinary rabbit! That's the most foul, cruel, and bad-tempered rodent you've ever set eyes on!

Like I said, it didn't happen that way, but despite that, Berdajeraxx asks about animal companions this week. Are you planning on having one? How should it work? What types should be available in DDO? What kind of animal is your favorite for a pet? Tell us, already!