Cynoscephalae
Cynoscephalae, also known as dog-headed creatures, are mythical beings that appear in various cultures and folklore around the world. The term "Cynoscephalae" is derived from the Greek words "cynos" meaning dog and "kephalai" meaning heads. These creatures are often depicted as having the head of a dog, but the body of a human or another animal. The most famous example of a cynoscephalae is the Cerberus, the three-headed hound that guards the entrance to the underworld in Greek mythology.
In other cultures, cynoscephalae appear in different forms. In Japanese folklore, the Kitsune, or fox spirits,
Cynoscephalae are often associated with protection, loyalty, and the underworld. They are also symbols of transformation