Phouka

Phoukas are shape-shifters. Most phoukas have more than one form.

They are considered to be bringers both of good and bad fortune, they could either help or hinder. The creatures were said to be shape changers which could take the appearance of a horse, cat, rabbit or hare, goat, goblin, or dog. It can take a human form, but will sometimes have animal features, such as ears or a tail. No matter what shape it takes, its fur is almost always dark.

Known phoukas:

 * Doyle's grandfather