Cryptid Legends: Black Dogs & Connections to Sasquatch and Trolls

In a recent episode of the D.A. Ex Machina Podcast, titled "Dogman, Bigfoot, and Cryptids Around the World," the hosts delve into the mysteries of Cryptids and monsters from various cultures. The episode features guests from two different continents, Tombstone and Leon Howard from England, who share their unique perspectives on these elusive creatures. One of the topics that caught my attention was the discussion on the "black dog" or "big black dog" Cryptid, which is prevalent in English folklore. Leon Howard shares an ancient story from his neck of the woods, where people have reported seeing a huge, dog-like creature resembling a cow or a bull, roaming near a Bronze Age burial ground. This creature has been seen for centuries and is described similarly to the black dog Cryptid. The black dog is often described as a large, black canine that can be seen on all fours or on two legs. In some cases, claw marks attributed to the creature are still visible on the doors of churches it is said to have attacked. The black dog's origins can be traced back to the Bronze Age, making it an ancient and intriguing mystery. This discussion led me to think about the similarities between the black dog and other Cryptids from various cultures. For example, Scandinavian lore describes trolls that share characteristics with Sasquatch descriptions. In Aboriginal Australian and Native American cultures, there are beliefs and stories about creatures that protect burial grounds and sacred sites, which also resonate with the black dog legend. Intriguingly, the episode also mentions a creature from Australian folklore called the kinegar, a half-man, half-whale-like being that is said to hunt and kill innocence. The kinegar's description shares some similarities with werewolf-like Cryptids, such as the dogman or wolfman. As Bigfoot believers, it's fascinating to explore these connections and learn about the various Cryptids that exist in different cultures. The D.A. Ex Machina Podcast provides a captivating glimpse into the world of Cryptids and the mysteries they present. I highly recommend watching the episode to learn more about these intriguing creatures and their connections to Bigfoot.