You know what people need more of during an earth-shattering cataclysm? Pets. Lots and lots of pets.

At least that's what Blizzard believe as they've confirmed two new pet additions of the World of WarCraft pet store with the arrival of Lil' Ragnaros and the Moonkin Hatchling (who is a charity pet, so purchasing him is a good karma move). Both pets can be picked up for US$10, but make sure you want them and that they're going to a good home. And remember, they might be cute now, but they grow up - don't dump them post-Xmas like so many douche-bags do every year.

Check out each pets descriptions from Blizzard below.

Ragnaros, the dread master of all fire elementals, will return in Cataclysm to avenge his defeat in Molten Core. And what better way to head into battle than with a miniature version of the firelord himself following at your beck and call? Lil' Ragnaros, just like his full-scale namesake, burns with constant fury (not to mention flames that serve as a handy cooking fire) and comes equipped with the legendary hammer Sulfuras. And as a being of pure elemental fire, he has no need to walk from place to place -- he just submerges into the magma below the world's surface when you start walking and reemerges when you stop.

The googly-eyed Moonkin Hatchling, which comes in unique Horde and Alliance versions, will occasionally plant flowers at your feet, and happily /dances with any willing partners. Like last year's Pandaren Monk, the Moonkin Hatchling has a soft spot for helping children. For every Moonkin Hatchling adopted from November 29 through December 31, 2010, Blizzard Entertainment will donate 50% of the $10 USD purchase price to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

We're less than a week away from the official launch of Cataclysm, so stay tuned to AusGamers for more through the week. We have a few cool surprises in store.