In this first part of the Hell Hound series, let's look at the Cerberus-like hounds that are found in cultures all over the world. These hell-dwelling dogs that protect the entryways to the Underworld and Otherworlds have a longer history and wider influence than you think. Other figures like Hecate and Anubis belong on this list as well to super-charge this motif. Let's look at where all this myth comes from and what's really behind the stories and depictions we come across in our favourite movies and shows today...especially if you're into My Little Pony (kidding, not kidding).