Dogman Apr 2026

Capable of running on all fours but often sighted standing or walking upright on plantigrade (flat) feet.

In Michigan lore, the creature is said to appear in years ending in "7" (1987, 1997, 2007, etc.), though sightings are now reported annually. Dogman

Listen for a "human-like scream" that transitions into a deep bark or howl. Capable of running on all fours but often

The legend gained mainstream fame in 1987 when DJ Steve Cook played "The Legend" on the radio. Key sightings date back to 1887 in Wexford County. The legend gained mainstream fame in 1987 when

Known as the "Beast of Bray Road," sightings peaked here in the late 1980s and early 1990s near Elkhorn.

Dogman Encounters Radio (comprehensive archive of witness testimonies).

If you are "squatching" or "dogmanning" in the deep woods, always carry a GPS, tell someone your location, and avoid investigating solo at night. 4. Key Media for Research