Forgan in Beaver County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)
Hank the Cowdog
Photographed By Craig Doda, December 29, 2018
1. Hank the Cowdog Marker
Tales of bravery, mischief and morals make up the popular children's book series
"Hank the Cowdog"
What you may not know is that the lively main character in these books was inspired by a real cowdog named Hank who lived and worked on the Y Ranch of rural Forgan. Among his co-workers, Hank worked for a time alongside a ranch hand, now a well known author, by the name of
John R. Erickson
whose talent and imagination continue to bring these stories to life. Like his namesake, the original Hank was in charge of ranch security, got into his share of trouble and was a loyal friend.
The original Hank the cowdog was a working ranch dog and beloved pet of longtime rural Forgan residents Mark and Billie Mayo.
This monument is dedicated in loving memory of Debbie Hodges
1956-1978
Buddy Sams of Alva Monument
"Don't take noth'n fer granite ....."
Hank the Cowdog
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Arts, Letters, Music.
Location. 36° 54.4′ N, 100° 32.25′ W. Marker is in Forgan, Oklahoma, in Beaver County. Marker is on Main Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. In This Vicinity Coronado Passed 1541 (approx. 1.4 miles away); Hodges Site (approx. 2.1 miles away).
Also see . . . Official Website of Hank the Cowdog. (Submitted on December 14, 2020.)
Photographed By Craig Doda, December 29, 2018
2. Hank the Cowdog Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 14, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 13, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 410 times since then and 46 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 13, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
