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The Dogs of Star Trek

by Emma Kesler, CDBC, CPDT-KA
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I thought it would be fun to do a retrospective of the most memorable dogs to appear in the various Star Trek series. From beloved companions of captains and Klingon warriors, to wild alien creatures, and sly shape-shifters, there are some great moments featuring dogs (and sometimes very fictional “dogs”) in each series.

Star Trek: The Original Series
Episode 1.5 “The Enemy Within” 1966

Something goes horribly awry with the ship’s transporter, causing it to beam back two versions of each life form: one good and one evil. This is probably the most memorable use of a dog on a Star Trek episode. The dog actor in this episode portrays an “alien animal specimen,” and ultimately, embodies the epitome of Star Trek camp.

Star Trek: The Next Generation
Episode 6.13 “Aquiel“ 1993

This episode is burned into my memory as containing the one and only tv moment to deeply traumatize my little sister. In this episode, ship engineer Geordi grows close to the prime suspect in a murder investigation. Spoiler: it turns out, her dog is host to a body-snatching alien organism, who is the true killer. Geordi witnesses the dog morph into the alien’s natural blob-like state, which then proceeds to attack him. I guess the idea of a cute dog suddenly morphing into a murderous blob really hit a nerve with my then 6-year-old sister. The dog in this episode was played by Friday, a terrier mix.

Star Trek: The Next Generation
Movie “Generations” 1994

In the Star Trek movie “Generations,” Captain Kirk is transported into the “Nexus,” which is an energy ribbon that allows those who enter it to transcend time. Kirk is able to re-visit loved ones from his past, including his wife, his children, and his beloved great dane Butler. During the filming of the movie William Shatner apparently requested that Kirk’s dog be called Butler, because he had recently lost his own dog of that name. Spoiler: The scene with Kirk and Butler occurs shortly before his death.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Episode 4.08 “Little Green Men” 1995

In this episode, Odo, a changeling and the security chief of Deep Space Nine, spies on questionable Ferengi business meetings multiple times by taking the form of a German Shepard.

Star Trek: Voyager and Star Trek: Enterprise
Multiple Episodes 1995-2005

On Star Trek: Voyager (1995-2001), Captain Janeway frequently made references to her dog Mollie, who was an Irish Setter. On Star Trek: Enterprise (2001-2005), Captain Jonathan Archer’s Beagle Porthos makes many appearances. Many other canine companions are also mentioned throughout Enterprise.

Klingon Targs
Multiple Episodes, Multiple Series 1987-2001

And finally, although they are not technically dogs, I can’t omit the Klingon dog-like Targs. Although Targs are also hunted by Klingons for sport and food, many prominent Klingons have fond memories of these boar-like beasts as highly valued pets and companions. General Martok once said his Targ was “a filthy, mangy beast, but in his bony breast beat the heart of a warrior.” Worf (below) also mentioned having had a Targ as a child.

…Do you have memories of the dogs of Star Trek? Although these moments were few and far between, they stand out in my memory. And, as a side note, I definitely think of myself and Miles as being akin to Klingon and Targ.

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Emma Kesler, CDBC, CPDT-KA

Emma Kesler, CDBC, CPDT-KA is an award-winning Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and Dog Trainer who has worked exclusively virtually with private clients around the world over the last decade. Emma dedicates her coaching roster to her favorite often overlooked smart dogs: terrier types! Emma shares her life with her Welsh Terrier copilot and business partner Miles.

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Comments 6

  1. Darwyn Welsh Terriers says:
    9 years ago

    Cool!

    Reply
  2. Anth says:
    9 years ago

    I LOVE THIS POST SO MUCH!!! Thank you Captain Miles and Lieutenant Commander Emma!

    Reply
  3. Lou-Anne says:
    6 years ago

    AWESOME!

    Reply
  4. Amaroq says:
    5 years ago

    In one episode of Star Trek Voyager, an alien scientist actually owned a dog.

    An alien also owned a dog on Risa in Star Trek Enterprise.

    Why are dogs more widespread than humans?

    Reply
    • Werthead says:
      4 years ago

      Because they’re good dogs, Amoraq.

      Reply
  5. Purple Peppercorn says:
    4 years ago

    There are puppies…….Q tries to seduce Janeway with puppies in an STV episode; and in STTNG there is a scene with Troi’s son Alexander playing with puppies, Golden Retrievers.

    Reply

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