Some said he had multiple heads, others claimed he had wings. He failed in his task, and was imprisoned in Tartarus.ĭescriptions of him vary, but the ancient sources agreed that he was an enormous, monstrous giant associated with snakes and fire. Typhon was a child of Gaia and Tartarus, the earth and the most dreadful aspect of the underworld, who was sent by his mother to challenge Zeus for power when he angered her. His real job, though, was to keep any would-be escapees from finding a way out of the land of the dead.Ĭerberus didn’t guard flocks or riches, he guarded the souls of the dead.įrom his monstrous family to his only defeat, Cerberus was the most memorable dog in Greek mythology! The Family of CerberusĬerberus was generally considered to be one of the many terrifying children of Typhon and Echidna. His master was the ruler of the dead, and the door he guarded was the gateway to the underworld.Īn enormous, monstrous canine with three heads and a snake for a tail, Cerberus was enough to keep any would-be intruder at bay. The difference was that Cerberus was no ordinary guard dog. The only time the myths ever have him leave his post was when he was dragged away by force. He did his job as a guard dog more diligently than any other animal in history. Humans domesticated dogs not just for companionship but also to do important jobs, and the best dogs were the ones who served their owners with loyalty and obedience.īy that measure, Cerberus was a very good dog. In the ancient world, though, dogs were not just favorite pets and they certainly weren’t pampered. Most pet owners love and care for their pups as if they are a member of the family, or even a child. Dogs are some of mankind’s most beloved companions.

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