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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 28 MIN

Chris’ Ramble 23 ~ Animal Companions in Early Irish Law and Folklore

from Articles – Story Archaeology · host Chris Thompson

Animal companions have played a variety of important roles in human societies over the millenia. Join Chris as she explores how dogs, cats and even the occasional crane, have been regarded and regulated both in the comprehensive early Irish law texts and Irish stories, mythology and folklore. Links for this Episode

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Chris’ Ramble 23 ~ Animal Companions in Early Irish Law and Folklore

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